Basic Webpage Template
I have a few friends that occasionally need a very basic web page, but don’t have the time to learn HTML. While I think that it’s a tragedy that more people don’t learn this language (it’s easy enough for kids – start here), I do generally want to help. Since I started freelancing full-time, I don’t have the time I used to so I’m going to give out the little template that I use when I get these requests.
It’s a great way to learn how HTML and CSS react with each other as well. If you have a full-featured HTML editor, you can see how everything works together to create almost any style you can imagine. I have been using Adobe Dreamweaver since college and that let’s me do pretty much anything, but there are thousands of free and cheap HTML editors like CoffeeCup or First Page to get you started.
Here’s a quick example of two pages that I created in less that 1 minute each using this template. It’s not amazing work, but it’s quick and it works.
So there you go. The next time you want a simple little page, dive in and make it yourself. In the end it will only make you smarter.
Category: CSS, Design, HTML, Web Design 3 comments »
November 10th, 2009 at 11:57 am
Since you mentioned it was easier enough for kids I clicked.
Nice!
Thanks,
Terrie
November 10th, 2009 at 1:06 pm
It really is easy once you learn the basics. Play around with the template and CSS and you’ll start to see how everything works together. If you need any help, just let me know!
May 1st, 2010 at 6:56 pm
Great Post. I add this Blog to my bookmarks.