How to Code Your First Website from Scratch
Best practices for website optimization and performance
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4 min readFeb 11, 2023
You’re now prepared to plunge and develop your first website! It is an exciting time because you are creating something unique. But how do you get started?
Do not be concerned; we are here to assist you at every turn. We’ll go through everything you need to know to create a useful and attractive website. So let’s get started!
What Tools Will You Need?
To code your first website, you’ll need a few essential tools:
- A code editor: Where you write all your code in a code editor. Atom, Visual Studio Code, and Sublime Text are a few well-liked code editors.
- A browser: When building your website, you’ll want to have a way to see how it looks. No worries, you’ve got some fantastic options to choose from! Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, and Safari are popular browsers many use daily.
- A web server: You can set up a local web server on your PC or host your website using a service like Bluehost or HostGator.
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