Learning Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) is easy - mastering it is tough. With a good resource or two, you can have an easy-to-read list of HTML code terms, plus definitions and examples at your fingertips. This will improve your chances of creating a unique website that will impress human visitors as well as search engines. With practice, you can learn basic HTML and build a simple website in less than a day. You can then add to it later, if you wish.

== Why Learn? ==

HTML helps you create the basic building blocks of your website, kind of like designing your own house from the ground up.

You have full creative control, and are not limited by the sometimes-strict templates of web-building software. You can control the color, size, and position of fonts, images, backgrounds, borders, and tons of other details that will make your website unique. Creating just the right combination of these attributes is the fun part of website design, and working with HTML makes it easy.

TIP: Even if you prefer using web-building software, knowing HTML can be valuable if you want to tweak details of your site. Some software allows HTML editing and some doesn't, so if you're in the market, you might want to double-check before buying.

== Resources ==

When learning HTML, is it vital that you follow the various tutorials, explanations, and examples from a resource that you trust. Whether asking for a recommendation from a friend or researching books or websites on your own, be sure to look for clear explanations, plenty of examples, and text that you can understand. As with most hobbies or jobs that require specific terminology, avoid overly technical jargon, especially if you're a beginner.

If you're not sure where to start, try these helpful websites:

- W3Schools: The last word in website development administration, W3Schools is an all-inclusive site that provides tutorials and keeps abreast of the latest changes in the various website-related languages and their protocols. They include numerous interactive examples and plenty of explanations.

- Boogie Jack: Dennis, the site's down-to-earth creator and Webmaster, has written a small handful of easily understandable books about HTML website creation. His writing style is fun and perfectly suited to the average reader, whether you're new or experienced. Dennis also focuses on Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and image creation, with plenty of tips, tricks, advice, and surprises up his digital sleeve.

== Practice ==

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