Define/Explain DOM Custom Events
DOM Custom Events are user-created events that work like regular browser events, such as clicks or form submits. They let you create your own events for when something specific happens on your site.
Define/Explain How to Create Custom Events
To create a custom event you first create the event using new CustomEvent(). Then add an event listener. After that you can trigger the even using document.dispatchEvent()
Why are DOM Custom Events used?
Custom Events can be useful for several reasons. They work with vanilla JavaScript and any frameworks, good in event driven applications or pages and let you send custom data with your events.
Summary
DOM custom Events are a way for you to create your own events in JavaScript. They can help in organizing your code and can be simple to create and listen for. Allowing for more maintainable and scalable web applications.