Welcome to the fundamental guide for building websites! Whether you're a beginner or just need a refresher, this tutorial covers the essentials of web development.

What is Web Development? 🧩

Web development involves creating and maintaining websites. It includes both frontend (client-side) and backend (server-side) components, often working together to deliver dynamic content.

  • Frontend: Focuses on user interaction and design using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Backend: Manages server logic, databases, and application functionality (e.g., Python, Node.js, PHP).
  • Database: Stores and retrieves data (e.g., MySQL, MongoDB).

Tools and Technologies 🔧

Here are key tools you'll need:

  1. Text Editor: VS Code, Sublime Text, or Atom
  2. Version Control: Git for code management
  3. Browser Developer Tools: Inspect elements, debug code, and test responsiveness
  4. Build Tools: Webpack, npm, or Yarn

Best Practices 📌

  • Keep code organized and modular
  • Use semantic HTML for accessibility
  • Optimize images with Image_Optimization
  • Test across multiple browsers and devices

Further Reading 📚

Looking to dive deeper? Explore our HTML and CSS Introduction or JavaScript Basics tutorials next!

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