The article details the journey of the author, Matt Dodson, as he learns JavaScript and load testing using Grafana k6, an application for load testing with scripts written in JavaScript. Despite having limited programming experience, Dodson was challenged by the k6 team with eight tasks to familiarize himself with both JavaScript and the k6 environment. These challenges, ranging from configuring test options to using custom metrics and modularizing scripts, served as a practical introduction to the k6 API and script writing. The author reflects on the learning process, acknowledging the intricacies and time consumption involved in acquiring new technical skills, the importance of practical experience, and the value of clear and detailed documentation. He emphasizes the necessity for iterative practice and how documentation can enhance learning by providing context and examples. Throughout the learning experience, Dodson also gained insights into the nuances of scripting, such as the importance of debugging, modularization, and understanding execution contexts.