What is HTML?
HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the standard language for creating web pages. It provides the structure and layout for content on the web, allowing developers to organize text, images, links, and other elements.
Why is HTML Essential?
HTML is the foundation of web development. Without it, the internet as we know it would not exist. Here’s why HTML is essential:
- Universal Language: HTML is supported by all web browsers, making it the universal language for creating web pages.
- Content Structuring: It helps organize and structure content, ensuring that web pages are readable and accessible.
- Foundation for Other Technologies: HTML works in conjunction with CSS (for styling) and JavaScript (for interactivity), forming the core trio of web development.
- Accessibility: Proper use of HTML ensures that web pages are accessible to users with disabilities, improving the overall user experience.
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Well-structured HTML improves a website’s visibility on search engines, making it easier for users to find.
Key Topics
In this tutorial, we will cover:
- What is HTML?
- Basic HTML structure
- Writing your first HTML file
Example Code
To get started, create a file named index.html and add the following code:
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>My First HTML Page</title>
</head>
<body>
<h1>Welcome to HTML</h1>
<p>This is a paragraph.</p>
</body>
</html>Next Steps
In the next tutorial, we will dive deeper into HTML Elements, where you will learn how to use tags to structure your content effectively.