HTML Courses

HTML is not considered a programming language but rather a markup or formatting language. This is an important distinction. Formatting languages merely control how things are displayed on a visual level, whereas programming languages are more dynamic; they use logic gates to determine the behavior of a program. But there is some crossover. “DHTML,” for instance, refers to Dynamic HTML. It is a type of HTML augmented by Javascript to make it easier to adjust on the fly. Because HTML, Javascript, and CSS are so frequently used together, they can often be folded together, which can contribute to some confusion regarding whether HTML is a programming language.

HTML is known as one of the easiest languages to learn. It’s also one of the most ubiquitous. Many individuals interested in front-end, back-end, or full-stack development will learn HTML first. While HTML is largely intended for websites as a language, it is also used in many other programs. For example, when you create an email signature, you will usually be using HTML. Emails themselves use a combination of HTML and CSS. An advantage (and an occasional double-edged sword) to HTML is that it is very forgiving. You can get some HTML wrong, and your page will still be displayed, if not exactly how you want it to be.

Nearly any development or design job will require a cursory understanding of HTML. HTML has also evolved dramatically since it was originally developed; it is far more complex and standardized than before. Because of this, even those who have been experts in HTML during their career may need to undergo an HTML refresher periodically. Most jobs that require HTML will involve web design, web development, or layout and design. For example, someone who manages a content management system such as WordPress may not need to know any other programming languages but should still know HTML basics. Similarly, someone who formats online newsletters or an online magazine in an administrative capacity may not need to be a web designer or web developer but might need to understand the principles of HTML.

Responsive design is a new type of design intended to respond to the platform and environment that a user is on. When HTML was created, most people used PCs. Today, people can browse a website on a PC, phone, tablet, or even a game console. In the past, developers created separate sites for “desktop” and “mobile.” While it worked, it wasn't easy to maintain. Rather than creating separate sites, responsive design generates the site based on the environment it detects. This greatly reduces the amount of development and maintenance for the site. Responsive design is generally achieved with a combination of HTML, CSS, and Javascript.