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Basit Chingisi
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Frontend Basics: Mastering HTML and CSS

HTML, short for HyperText Markup Language, is the foundation of every website. It structures and organizes the layout of a webpage, acting as the building block for all web creations. On the other hand, CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) focuses on styling, making web pages look attractive and visually appealing. While they serve different purposes, HTML and CSS work closely together and are often used hand-in-hand.

Think of it like this: HTML builds the skeleton of a webpage, while CSS adds the flesh, giving it life and beauty. HTML handles the structure and content, while CSS takes care of the design and layout. However, HTML can be a bit rigid when it comes to making changes, whereas CSS allows for more flexibility, making it easier to tweak and adjust styles.

Because of their interdependence, mastering both HTML and CSS is essential for creating great websites. However, as web development evolves, many programmers are moving towards more dynamic tools like React JS. React is a modern frontend framework that allows for advanced structuring and interactive designs. While it still incorporates some HTML elements, it’s not as reliant on HTML as CSS is.

Having worked on projects using only HTML, CSS, and a bit of JavaScript, I’m excited about transitioning to React JS. I look forward to exploring its capabilities further during HNG’s internship 11!

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