Google Apps Scripts and Web Development Tutorials and Resources by Laurence Svekis
If you’ve been editing a document in Google Docs, you may end up with various text styles, such as bold and italic, scattered throughout. For consistency and readability, you might want to remove these styles and reset everything to plain text. Manually clearing formatting in a long document can be tedious, but with Google Apps … Read more
When working with structured documents in Google Docs, it’s common to start headings with a number and a period (e.g., “1. Introduction”). However, if you decide to remove these numbered prefixes from your H3 headings for a cleaner look, manually editing each heading can be time-consuming, especially in large documents. Thankfully, Google Apps Script offers … Read more
In Google Docs, using bold text is a common way to highlight key points or section titles. However, if you’re looking to standardize your document formatting by turning bolded lines into proper headings, this can be a tedious task to do manually. Fortunately, Google Apps Script can help! In this post, we’ll walk you through … Read more
When working with large Google Docs, you may need to remove specific phrases that occur as standalone lines. These could be placeholders, outdated notes, or boilerplate text that no longer applies. Manually deleting these lines can be a hassle, especially if they appear throughout the document. Luckily, Google Apps Script provides an easy way to … Read more
Introduction If you work with Google Docs frequently, you’ve probably encountered documents with list items that contain nothing but blank spaces. These empty list items can clutter your document, disrupt its flow, and detract from readability. Manually cleaning them up can be time-consuming, especially in large documents. Fortunately, Google Apps Script provides a quick solution … Read more
Introduction When dealing with text documents, especially in Google Docs, you might come across lines that follow a particular numbering format. For instance, in documents generated by automated tools or text imports, lines with just a number followed by a period (like “1.” or “2.”) can clutter up the content, making it harder to read … Read more
The AI Summit Vancouver was an extraordinary convergence of industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts eager to explore the frontiers of artificial intelligence. Held over two dynamic days, the summit featured 30 renowned AI experts who delivered insightful presentations and engaging workshops and facilitated invaluable networking opportunities. “Power Up with Apps Script & Gemini AI” by … Read more
jQuery is widely known for simplifying JavaScript tasks, particularly when it comes to DOM manipulation, event handling, and AJAX. One of its powerful features is the ability to use callback functions. If you’re learning jQuery or trying to build interactive websites, understanding callback functions is essential to making your code more efficient and responsive. In … Read more
Laurence Svekis, a recognized Google Developer Expert (GDE) for Google Workspace, is known for his live speaking events that focus on empowering developers with Google Apps Script and AI integrations. Over the years, Laurence has shared his expertise in automating workflows, enhancing productivity within Google Workspace, and utilizing APIs to streamline development processes. Laurence’s talks … Read more
Laurence Svekis, a renowned figure in the tech industry, has made waves as a Google Developer Expert (GDE), best-selling author, and sought-after speaker. With over a million students across the globe, he is celebrated for his ability to break down complex web development and automation concepts into practical knowledge that developers and tech enthusiasts can … Read more