HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the standard markup language used to create web pages. It provides the structure and content of websites by using a system of tags and elements that tell web browsers how to display text, images, links, and other media.
HTML works alongside CSS for styling and JavaScript for interactivity to create complete web experiences.
Essential Skills:
To become a web developer, you should learn:
1. HTML - Structure and content
2. CSS - Styling and layout
3. JavaScript - Interactivity and functionality
4. Version Control - Git and GitHub
5. Backend Languages - Python, Node.js, Java, etc.
Write Clean Code: Use meaningful names, maintain consistent formatting, and add comments where necessary.
Keep It Simple: Avoid over-engineering solutions. Simplicity often leads to more maintainable code.
Test Regularly: Test your code frequently to catch bugs early and ensure functionality.
Document Your Work: Keep documentation up-to-date so others can understand your code easily.
Refactor: Continuously improve your code as you learn new techniques and best practices.
Code Editors: VS Code, Sublime Text, Atom
Version Control: Git, GitHub, GitLab
Package Managers: npm, yarn, pip
Build Tools: Webpack, Vite, Gulp
Browser DevTools: Chrome DevTools, Firefox Developer Edition
Testing: Jest, Mocha, Jasmine