1) Basics of HTML
HTML stands for HyperText Markup Language, and it is the standard language used to
create web pages. It provides the basic structure of websites by using elements and tags.
Every webpage contains HTML code that tells the browser how text, images, links, tables,
and forms should appear. Common tags include <html>, <head>, <title>, and <body>. The
<body> section contains the visible content of the webpage.
HTML uses headings, paragraphs, links, lists, and images to organize content. For
example, <h1> is used for headings, <p> for paragraphs, and <a> for links. It also supports
multimedia elements like audio and video. Modern HTML, especially HTML5, includes
advanced features such as semantic tags like <header>, <footer>, <section>, and <article>,
which make webpages more meaningful and easier to manage.
HTML is not a programming language because it does not perform logical operations;
instead, it is a markup language used for structure. It is usually combined with CSS for
design and JavaScript for interactivity. Learning HTML is the first step in web
development because every website starts with it. Its simple syntax makes it beginner-
friendly and essential for anyone interested in creating websites.