What is CSS?

Spoiler: it’s the BEAUTY behind the Brains (of Websites)

With great CSS comes great style-ability. mage by Author, with Canva

I’m a web developer. Let me help you unlock the power of web design even if you’ve never written a single line of code. I just had a phone call with a client. I had to mention the word CSS to explain something else.

And he asked: What is CSS?

Big mistake! That question took us down a 30-minutes digression path. So, I decided to write a demystifying article about CSS, for him and the likes of him.

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Bridging the Gap Between You and Your Developer

Ever found yourself lost in a conversation with your developer about “design specs” and “frontend layouts”? Or perhaps you’ve wondered, What exactly is CSS, and why does it matter? Don’t worry — you’re not alone.

As an experienced web and software developer in Singapore (coding since the 90s!), I’ve worked with countless clients who felt like they were speaking a foreign language when discussing their project requirements. My goal? To bridge that gap and empower you with hands-on knowledge about CSS — the magic behind every beautiful, functional website.

Let’s get started on your journey to understanding and even writing your very first CSS…