Intro to HTML & CSS

Intro to HTML and CSS

In this introductory session, we explore the fundamental concepts of HTML and CSS. 

If you're new to web development, this lesson provides a crucial foundation for understanding how web pages are structured and styled. This session introduces the basics of HTML and CSS, focusing on the structure of an HTML document, the role of CSS, and the importance of using boilerplate templates. We covered how HTML documents are divided into the head, body, and footer sections and the significance of stylesheets in enhancing web pages. The session also touched on using CSS Flexbox for layout and various HTML elements like forms and links.

Summary

1. HTML Document Structure: We learned how an HTML document is structured into head, body, and footer sections, each serving a specific purpose.
2. Role of CSS: CSS is introduced as a powerful tool to style HTML elements, making web pages visually appealing and user-friendly.
3. Using Boilerplate Templates: Boilerplate templates are emphasized as a best practice for resetting default browser styles and ensuring consistency.
4. SEO Importance: The head section's role in SEO and metadata management is highlighted, showing how it helps search engines understand the page content.
5. HTML Forms: Forms are explored in detail, including different input types, labels, and how they collect and submit user data.
6. CSS Flexbox: The Flexbox model is presented as a superior alternative to CSS floats for layout design, offering more flexibility and control.
7. Practical Application: Real-world examples and code snippets are provided to illustrate the concepts discussed, reinforcing learning through practice.
8. Flexbox Demonstration: A practical demonstration of Flexbox layout is given, showing how it simplifies the process of aligning and distributing space among elements.
9. Form Fields and Labels: Detailed explanations of form fields and labels help in understanding how to create user-friendly forms.
10. Learning Resources: Additional resources like w3schools.com are recommended for further exploration of HTML and CSS.