Introduction To HTML

HTML stands for HyperText Markup Language. HTML is a language used to create and design webpages using simple tags like headings, paragraphs, links, and images.

What is HTML ?

  • HTML stands for Hyper Text Markup Language.
  • It is the main language used to create web pages.
  • HTML shows how a web page is made and organized.
  • It uses different parts called elements.
  • These elements help the browser show the content correctly.
  • HTML elements tell what each part is, like “this is a heading”, “this is a paragraph”, or “this is a link”.

Why Learn HTML ?

following the reason why we have to learn HTML.

  • Website / Web-pages : We will design simple websites using HTML, including homepage, contact page, and about us sections.
  • Career as a Webdesigner: Designing attractive and user-friendly websites by using HTML, CSS, and creativity to build online experiences.
  • Mobile Application Development: Used to create hybrid apps, combining web technologies with the performance of native apps.

Software Required

The following types of software are required to learn HTML.

  • HMTL Editor: A software to write HTML code.
  • Browser: Software to view webpage we have created.

HTML Editor

Following the editors we can use for HTML editor.

  • Notepad: A basic text editor that comes with Windows. It’s simple but lacks features for coding.
  • Notepad++: A free and powerful text editor with features like syntax highlighting and auto-completion for HTML.
  • VS Code: A popular, free, and open-source code editor with excellent features for HTML development, including debugging and version control.
  • Sublime Text: A powerful and customizable text editor with a sleek interface and features like split editing and multiple selections.

Browser

Following the browsers we can use to view our web pages we have created. 

  • Chrome: The most popular web browser, known for its speed and features.
  • Firefox: An open-source browser with a strong emphasis on privacy and customization.
  • Internet Explorer: A legacy browser developed by Microsoft, now replaced by Edge.
  • Safari: The default web browser on Apple devices, known for its integration with the Apple ecosystem.
  • Opera: A fast and lightweight browser with built-in ad-blocking and VPN features.