Assignment: Of Class 1: Introduction to HTML and Web Development

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Assignment Of Class 1

Introduction to HTML and Web Development

Assignment 1: Research and Report

Objective: 

Understand the role of different technologies in web development.

Task:

  • Research and write a short report (300-500 words) on the differences between front-end and back-end development.
    • Include the following:
      • A brief explanation of what front-end and back-end development are.
      • The key technologies used in each.
      • Examples of tasks handled by front-end developers versus back-end developers.
      • How front-end and back-end developers work together to create a complete web application.

Submission: 

Submit your report as a PDF or Word document.

Answer:

Front-End and Back-End Development: 

A Comparative Overview

Web development is generally divided into two major areas: front-end and back-end development. Each plays a crucial role in creating a functional, user-friendly web application, but they focus on different aspects of the development process.

What is Front-End Development?

Front-end development, also known as client-side development, is concerned with everything the user experiences directly in their web browser. This includes the visual aspects of a website, such as layout, design, and interactivity. Front-end developers work to ensure that users can interact with a website seamlessly, regardless of the device or browser they use.

Key Technologies in Front-End Development:

HTML (HyperText Markup Language): The backbone of web content, defining the structure of web pages.

CSS (Cascading Style Sheets): Used for styling and designing the HTML structure, including colors, fonts, and layouts.

JavaScript: A scripting language that adds interactivity to web pages, enabling dynamic content like sliders, form validations, and animated graphics.

Frameworks/Libraries: Popular tools like React.js, Angular, and Vue.js are used to simplify and streamline the development process.

Examples of Front-End Tasks:

  1. Designing and implementing the website's layout.
  2. Ensuring responsiveness and cross-browser compatibility.
  3. Creating interactive elements like forms, buttons, and navigation menus.

What is Back-End Development?

Back-end development, also known as server-side development, deals with the server, database, and application logic that power the front end. While users don’t directly interact with the back end, it is critical for processing user requests, handling data, and ensuring that the front end functions as intended.

 Key Technologies in Back-End Development:

Server-Side Languages: Languages like PHP, Python, Ruby, Java, and Node.js are used to write the logic that handles requests, processes data, and sends responses.

Databases: Tools like MySQL, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL are used to store and manage data.

APIs (Application Programming Interfaces): These allow the front end to communicate with the back end, enabling functionalities like user authentication and data retrieval.

Frameworks: Frameworks such as Express.js (for Node.js), Django (for Python), and Laravel (for PHP) provide tools and libraries to simplify back-end development.

Examples of Back-End Tasks:

  1. Creating and managing databases.
  2. Implementing user authentication and authorization.
  3. Developing APIs that interact with the front end.

Collaboration Between Front-End and Back-End Developers:

To create a complete web application, front-end and back-end developers must work closely together. The front end interacts with the user, while the back end processes the data and ensures that everything functions correctly. For instance, when a user fills out a form on the front end, the back end validates the data, saves it to a database, and may return a response indicating success or failure.

 Effective communication between the two teams ensures that the final product is both functional and user-friendly. Often, they will collaborate on defining the structure of the data, the endpoints for APIs, and the way data is presented to the user.

  

Assignment 2:

Setting Up Your Development Environment

Objective: Set up the necessary tools for web development.

Task:

  • Install a text editor (e.g., Visual Studio Code, Sublime Text, or Notepad++) on your computer.
  • Install a web browser if not already installed (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox).
  • Take a screenshot of your text editor with the basic HTML code written in it (from the lecture) and another screenshot of the webpage displayed in your browser.

Submission: Submit the screenshots in a single PDF file or as individual image files.

Answer:

1. Install a Text Editor:

Install a Text Editor To begin web development, you need a text editor where you can write your code. 

Here are some popular options to choose from:

1. Visual Studio Code (VS Code): A widely used, free text editor that supports various programming languages and offers many extensions to enhance your coding experience.

2.Sublime Text: Known for its speed and simplicity, Sublime Text is a lightweight editor with powerful features like syntax highlighting and multiple selections.

3.Notepad++: A free and straightforward text editor with features like tabbed editing, making it a good option for writing code.

Download and install one of these text editors on your computer from their official websites. 

2. Install a Web Browser :

Install a Web Browser To view and test your web pages, you need a modern web browser. If you don’t have one installed, you can download one of the following:

1.   Google Chrome: A popular browser known for its speed and built-in developer tools, which are useful for debugging and inspecting web pages.

2.Mozilla Firefox: Another excellent choice for web development, offering strong support for web standards and development tools.

Ensure that the browser is up to date for the best experience.

Write Basic HTML Code After installing the text editor, open it and write a basic HTML code snippet. 

Example :

 <!DOCTYPE html>

<html lang="en">

<head>

    <meta charset="UTF-8">

    <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">

    <title>My First Webpage</title>

</head>

<body>

    <h1>Welcome to My Webpage</h1>

    <p>This is my first HTML page.</p>

</body>

</html>

This code creates a basic webpage with a heading and a paragraph.

Preview the Webpage in Your Browser Save your HTML file with a .html extension (e.g., index.html). Then, open this file in your chosen web browser to view the webpage.

Take Screenshots

Screenshot 1: Capture a screenshot of the text editor showing the HTML code.

Screenshot 2: Capture a screenshot of the webpage as it appears in your browser.

Submission:

Submit your screenshots using one of the following methods:

Combine both screenshots into a single PDF file.

Submit the screenshots as individual image files (e.g., PNG, JPEG).

Ensure that both the code in the text editor and the webpage in the browser are clearly visible in your screenshots. This will demonstrate that you have successfully set up your development environment and can create and view basic web pages.

 

 

Assignment 3: 

Create a Simple HTML Document

Objective: Practice writing and saving an HTML file.

Task:

  • Create a new HTML file using the structure learned in class.
  • Requirements:
    • The document should include:
      • A title of your choice.
      • A heading (<h1>) that introduces yourself.
      • A paragraph (<p>) describing why you are interested in learning web development.
      • An image (<img>) of your favorite hobby or interest (use a URL for the image source).
      • A hyperlink (<a>) to a website that you visit frequently.
  • Save the file as my_first_webpage.html.
  • Open the file in your web browser to ensure it displays correctly.

Submission: Submit the HTML file (my_first_webpage.html).

Answer:

Create a new HTML file that follows the basic structure you’ve learned in class. The goal is to get hands-on experience with writing HTML and to create a simple webpage.

Requirements:

Your HTML document should include the following elements:

Title:

Add a title to your webpage that appears in the browser tab. You can choose any title that reflects the content of your page.

Heading (<h1>):

 Use an <h1> tag to create a main heading that introduces yourself. For example, “Hello, I’m [Your Name].”

Paragraph (<p>): 

Write a short paragraph using a <p> tag. In this paragraph, describe why you are interested in learning web development. For example, “I’m interested in web development because it allows me to create interactive and visually appealing websites.”

Image (<img>):

Include an image that represents your favorite hobby or interest. Use the <img> tag to insert the image and provide the image URL in the src attribute. You can also add an alt attribute to describe the image, which is good practice for accessibility.

For example:

<img src="https://example.com/my-hobby.jpg" alt="A picture of my favorite hobby">

Hyperlink (<a>):

 Add a hyperlink using the <a> tag that links to a website you frequently visit. Provide the URL in the href attribute and include the text that will be displayed as the link. For example:

<a href="https://www.example.com">Visit my favorite website</a>

Sample HTML Code:

Total Code: 

<!DOCTYPE html>

<html lang="en">

<head>

    <meta charset="UTF-8">

    <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">

    <title>My First Webpage</title>

</head>

<body>

    <h1>Hello, I’m [Your Name]</h1>

    <p>I’m interested in web development because it allows me to create interactive and visually appealing websites.</p>

    <img src="https://example.com/my-hobby.jpg" alt="A picture of my favorite hobby">

    <p>Check out this website I visit frequently: <a href="https://www.example.com">Visit my favorite website</a></p>

</body>

</html>

Saving and Viewing:

Save the File: 

Save the file with the name my_first_webpage.html.

Open in Web Browser: 

Open the saved HTML file in your web browser to ensure it displays correctly. Check that all elements (title, heading, paragraph, image, and link) appear as expected.

Submission:

Submit the my_first_webpage.html file as your assignment. Ensure the file is correctly formatted and all the required elements are included. This will demonstrate your ability to create a basic HTML document and structure content appropriately.

 

 

Assignment 4: 

Identify HTML Elements

Objective: 

Identify and understand basic HTML elements.

Task:

  • Visit a simple webpage (e.g., your favorite blog, news site, or personal website).
  • Identify the following HTML elements on the page:
    • Headings (<h1>, <h2>, etc.)
    • Paragraphs (<p>)
    • Images (<img>)
    • Hyperlinks (<a>)
  • Write down the HTML tags you would expect to find in the source code for these elements.

Submission: Submit a document listing the identified HTML elements with a brief description of their role on the page.

To complete this assignment, you will visit a simple webpage—such as a favorite blog, news site, or personal website—and identify the key HTML elements used in its structure. Specifically, you will look for headings, paragraphs, images, and hyperlinks. Then, you will describe the role of each element on the page and list the HTML tags you expect to find in the source code.

Identified HTML Elements: 

Headings (<h1>, <h2>, etc.)

Description: Headings are used to organize content and provide a clear structure to the webpage. They range from <h1> (the most important heading) to <h6> (the least important). On most webpages, the <h1> tag is used for the main title or headline, while <h2>, <h3>, etc., are used for subheadings and sections within the content.

Expected HTML Tags:

<h1>: This tag is typically used for the main title or the name of the website.

<h2>: Used for major section titles or article headings.

<h3>, <h4>, etc.: These are used for subheadings within sections.

Paragraphs (<p>):

 Description: Paragraphs are used to structure text content on a webpage. The <p> tag wraps blocks of text into a readable format, making it easier for users to consume the information presented.

Expected HTML Tags:

<p>: This tag is used to wrap and format individual paragraphs of text on the webpage.

Images (<img>):

 Description: Images add visual content to a webpage, enhancing the user experience and supporting the textual content. The <img> tag is used to embed images within the HTML document. It includes attributes like src for the image source URL and alt for alternative text (used for accessibility).

Expected HTML Tags:

<img>: This tag is used to display images on the webpage. For example:

<img src="https://example.com/image.jpg" alt="Description of the image">

Hyperlinks (<a>):

Description: Hyperlinks allow users to navigate between different pages or sections within a webpage. The <a> tag is used to create links, with the href attribute specifying the destination URL. Links can be used to navigate to other pages, external websites, or different parts of the same page.

Expected HTML Tags:

<a>: This tag is used to create hyperlinks. For example:

<a href="https://www.example.com">Visit Example</a>

Submission:

Submit a document that lists the identified HTML elements along with a brief description of their roles on the webpage. The document should include:

A description of each element (headings, paragraphs, images, and hyperlinks).

The HTML tags you expect to find in the source code for each element.

This assignment will help you gain a deeper understanding of how HTML elements are used to structure and present content on the web.

  

 Assignment 5: 

Quiz on Web Development Basics

Objective: Test your understanding of the concepts covered in the lecture.

Task:

  • Complete a short quiz on the following topics:
    • The role of HTML in web development.
    • The difference between front-end and back-end development.
    • The purpose of basic HTML tags (e.g., <html>, <head>, <title>, <body>).

Quiz Format: Multiple-choice questions or short answer questions.

Submission: Complete the quiz in class or online, as instructed by your teacher.

 Task:

You will complete a quiz that covers the foundational concepts of web development. The quiz is designed to assess your knowledge of HTML and the roles of front-end and back-end development. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect:

 Quiz Topics:

The Role of HTML in Web Development: 

What to Know: HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) is the standard language used to create and structure content on the web. It provides the basic framework for webpages, allowing developers to define headings, paragraphs, images, links, and other elements that make up the content of a website.

The Difference Between Front-End and Back-End Development:

What to Know:

Front-End Development: Involves everything that users see and interact with on a webpage. It includes HTML, CSS (for styling), and JavaScript (for interactivity). Front-end developers focus on the user experience and the visual aspects of a website.

Back-End Development: Deals with the server-side of a web application. It involves managing databases, server logic, and application functionality that users do not see. Back-end developers work with server-side languages like PHP, Python, Ruby, and frameworks like Node.js.

The Purpose of Basic HTML Tags:

 What to Know:

<html> Tag: The root element of an HTML document. It wraps all the content of the page.

<head> Tag: Contains meta-information about the document, such as its title and links to stylesheets.

<title> Tag: Sets the title of the webpage, which appears in the browser tab.

<body> Tag: Contains the actual content of the webpage, such as text, images, and links.

Quiz Format:

Multiple-Choice Questions: You may be asked to select the correct answer from a list of options. For example:

 What does HTML stand for?

Which of the following is a front-end technology?

Short Answer Questions: You may be required to write brief answers to questions. For example:

 

Explain the difference between the <head> and <body> tags.

Describe the role of a back-end developer.

Submission:

In-Class or Online: Depending on your teacher's instructions, you will either complete the quiz during class time or online through a specified platform.

Make sure to review the key concepts and tags discussed in the lecture before taking the quiz. This will help ensure that you are well-prepared to demonstrate your understanding of web development basics.

 


 

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