HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) HTML is the foundation of web development, used to structure and define the content of web pages. It uses elements, like headings, paragraphs, and images, to create the skeleton of a website. HTML tags and attributes give meaning and organization to content, ensuring it is readable and properly formatted for web browsers.
Key Features:
- Defines the structure of web pages.
- Uses elements such as
<div>
,<h1>
,<p>
, and<img>
for layout and content. - Supports multimedia with
<audio>
and<video>
tags.
CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) CSS is the language used to design and style web pages, allowing developers to control how HTML elements appear on the screen. CSS defines the layout, colors, fonts, and overall visual aesthetics of a website. By separating content (HTML) from design (CSS), websites become easier to maintain and scale. - Key Features:
- Controls the appearance of web pages.
- Styles HTML elements using properties like
color
,font-size
, andmargin
. - Enables responsive design through media queries for various devices.