Prepare The Basic Tools

These setup pages help you understand the simple files and tools used to make a basic website. Start with Base Files, then learn what belongs in the HTML and CSS files before choosing an editor, testing locally, and learning how hosting works.

Base Files

Learn the small set of files a simple website needs and how they work together.

Base HTML

Learn the starting HTML structure that gives a page its content, sections, and links to other files.

Base CSS

Learn the starting CSS structure used to style a page and keep design rules organized.

Text Editor

Learn why a plain text editor is needed for code and what makes tools like VS Code useful.

Local Development

Learn how to open, test, and edit website files on your own computer before publishing.

Hosting

Learn the basic role of hosting, domains, and file access when making a website available online.