1. Web Development Fundamentals
Before diving into more complex topics, it’s important to understand the fundamental technologies that power web development:
- HTML (HyperText Markup Language): The backbone of any website. It defines the structure and content of a web page.
- CSS (Cascading Style Sheets): It is used to style and layout web pages, making them visually appealing.
- JavaScript: A programming language that allows you to add interactivity to your websites (e.g., handling clicks, form validation).
2. Front-End Development
Front-end development is the part of web development that involves creating the visible parts of a website or web application. Front-end developers use HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create interactive and visually appealing web pages.
Key Technologies & Tools for Front-End Development:
- HTML5: The latest version of HTML, offering new elements, APIs, and features for modern websites.
- CSS3: Newer features in CSS that allow for advanced animations, grid layouts, and flexbox.
- JavaScript: The scripting language used to make websites dynamic and interactive.
- Responsive Design: Techniques like media queries are used to make websites look great on all screen sizes (desktops, tablets, mobile phones).
- Frameworks: Tools like React, Angular, and Vue.js simplify building complex user interfaces.