INTRODUCTION TO WEB DEVELOPMENT

"Web developer" is the umbrella term that encompasses various skill sets involved in web development. Web developers are responsible for creating and maintaining websites.

TYPES OF WEB DEVELOPERS:

Front-end developer: Designs user interfaces and focuses on client-side technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Back-end developer: Ensures smooth server-side operations using languages like Python, PHP, Ruby, or Java.

Full-stack developer: Combines front-end and back-end development.

Other types of web developers include Web security developers, WordPress developers, and Mobile web developers.

SKILLS FOR SUCCESS IN WEB DEVELOPMENT

  1. Patience
  2. Creativity
  3. Communication
  4. Attention to detail
  5. Logical Thinking

NOTE: These are all skills that can be developed over time through practice and dedication

INTRODUCTION TO HTML

What is HTML?
HTML which stands for Hypertext Markup Language, is the standard markup language used to create web pages.It uses something called tags(markups),hence the name. HTML gives the structure and content of a webpage by using a series of elements and tags.

These tags act as labels that store information displayed in a web browser.

H/ow it works

All HTML elements are written in a text editor like Visual Studio Code, Notepad, or Sublime Text Editor. The codes written in the text editor are displayed in web browsers such as Chrome, Bing and Mozilla Firefox

History and Evolution of HTML

HTML has evolved significantly since its inception in the early 1990s. Various versions of HTML have been released, with HTML5 being the latest, introducing advanced multimedia support, improved accessibility features, and semantic elements for better document structure.

Basic Structure of an HTML Document

Every HTML document consists of essential elements like the doctype declaration, html, head, title, and body. These elements define the structure and content of the webpage.

Tags, Elements, and Attributes

HTML uses tags, elements, and attributes to define the structure and content of a webpage. Tags enclose elements, elements consist of opening and closing tags, and attributes provide additional information about elements.