Many people will have nothing to do in lockdown. Bored and surprisingly tech-savvy, I got into coding. As many people do, I started with HTML, and I suggest that you do too. It's a basic framework for coding and once you get the hang of it you can do amazing things. So, here are my five top tips for starting HTML:
1: Use a learning platform
I used a combination of two platforms: a nifty little iOS and Web app called SoloLearn and a free HTML course on Udemy. The Udemy course really helps because there's real-life advice. However, if you want to be a bit more by-the-book, SoloLearn is your best fit.
2: Don't be afraid to borrow snippets
Without using code snippets from various websites, I wouldn't have grasped CSS or JavaScript at all. I mostly used www.w3schools.com because they're reputable, have many tutorials, and have easily customisable snippets.
3: When ready, use a CSS Framework
I would say the thing that speeds up HTML development the most has to be things like Bootstrap, Bulma and TailwindCSS. They add so much customisation and take away the effort of writing a full-on stylesheet. Bootstrap works best for me, combining ease of use with more complex yet powerful features.
4: Experiment
Experimentation and trying new things is key to learning. Test out theories in CSS, JavaScript and HTML to help learn how the system works.
5: Don't be afraid to stop and check
Development isn't always about knowing exactly what to put and when, or being able to recite the syntax of something in a split-second. Even the best developers have to stop and Google it every so often.
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