Foundations of Web Development: HTML and CSS

Do you want to learn how websites are built from the ground up? Mastering HTML and CSS is the essential first step toward becoming a front-end developer. This course provides a clear, written path to understanding the fundamental languages of the web. By the end, you will be able to write clean, semantic code, create flexible layouts using modern CSS techniques, and ensure your websites look great on any device. What you'll learn: * Understand the purpose and structure of semantic HTML5 elements. * Apply modern CSS techniques, including Flexbox and Grid, for complex page layouts. * Practice building responsive designs using media queries and viewport configurations. * Configure stylesheets efficiently using cascading rules and CSS variables. * Learn basic web accessibility principles (WCAG) to make sites usable for everyone. * Apply fundamental deployment workflows to publish your completed website live. The course begins with core terminology and the basic syntax of HTML, progressing quickly into styling and layout using CSS. We then cover advanced layout systems and crucial modern topics like responsiveness and accessibility before concluding with steps for deployment. This course is explicitly designed for absolute beginners with no prior coding experience. All concepts are explained clearly through written examples and guided practice exercises. Start building the web today by mastering its foundational languages.