Modern HTML: Building Strong Foundations
Learn what HTML really is, why semantic structure matters, and how to write clean markup that works for both users and browsers.
HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the skeleton of every website. It defines the structure of your content — headings, paragraphs, images, links, forms, and more. If you write strong HTML, everything else (CSS, JavaScript, SEO, accessibility) becomes easier. Modern HTML is not just about making something show on the page. It is about semantic structure. That means choosing the right tag for the right job: <header> for page headers, <nav> for navigation, <main> for the main content, <section> for logical sections, and <footer> for page footers. Semantic tags help screen readers, search engines, and other tools understand your page. When should you use HTML? Always. HTML is the starting point of every web project — from simple landing pages to complex apps. Even when you work with React, Next.js, or any framework, you still end up writing HTML (or JSX, which compiles to HTML). Simple example structure: - <header> for logo and navigation - <main> with sections for hero, features, and testimonials - <footer> for links, contact info, and social icons If you’re improving as a developer, mastering HTML is non-negotiable. Don’t rush it — learn semantic tags, proper nesting, and accessible patterns like labelled form fields and alt text on images.
