HTML5 Fundamentals

HTML gives structure to web pages. Think of it as the skeleton of your website.

Learning Goals

• Create valid HTML documents
• Use semantic tags (header, main, section, article, footer)
• Build forms with proper labels and validation
• Add links, images, audio, and video
• Understand accessibility basics (alt, heading order, labels)

Concepts in Order

1. HTML Document Structure
2. Headings, Paragraphs, Lists
3. Links and Navigation
4. Images and Media
5. Semantic HTML5 Layout
6. Forms and Inputs
7. Accessibility Basics

Mini Practice

Build a personal profile page with:

• Header + navigation
• About section
• Skills list
• Contact form

Next Module

👉 Continue to CSS3 Fundamentals

Common Mistakes

• Using non-semantic tags where semantic HTML elements are clearer
• Missing accessibility essentials like alt text and proper <label> usage
• Building structure with visual hacks instead of meaningful markup

Try It Yourself

• Build a tiny page using only semantic layout tags and valid headings.
• Run an accessibility check and fix at least 3 issues.

Key Takeaways

• Semantic HTML improves accessibility, maintainability, and SEO quality.
• Correct page structure makes styling and scripting much easier later.
• Valid, clean markup is the foundation for production-ready frontend work.