This chapter provides an introduction to HTML and CSS, the building blocks for much content and information available online. Additionally, it introduces the concept of an integrated development environment (IDE). Finally, it provides an opportunity to apply prior work with file management and directory structures.
Acknowledgements¶
This chapter is inspired by the “Project 3: HTML/CSS” project materials developed by Lindsay K. Mattock from the SLIS 5020 Computing Foundations course.
Setup¶
This week’s application work will be a little different- you’ll be building a website! Having a dedicated folder or workspace for files as you work through this chapter is HIGHLY recommended.
You will need a program that lets you create and edit .html and .css files.
Default options: Notepad or Notepad++ (PC); TextEdit (Mac)
Mac users will need to configure some of their TextEdit settings: more info
Safe, free things you could download and install: Phoenix Code, Visual Studio Code (VS Code)
Safe, free(mium) options that run in your browser: Phoenix Code (online version), Replit
Application¶
This week’s application work will be a little different- you’ll be building a website! Having a dedicated folder or workspace for files as you work through this chapter is HIGHLY recommended.
All materials for your website should be added to a single Google Drive folder. Check sharing permissions, and submit the folder link on Canvas.