Overview
In this lesson, students learn what the web is, how a browser requests pages from servers, and where HTML and CSS fit in.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the role of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Describe how a URL maps to files on a server.
- Identify the difference between client and server.
Prerequisites
None.
Core Content
- What is a website? Files, folders, and hosting.
- Browsers, HTTP requests, and responses.
- What developers mean by “front end” and “back end”.
Exercise
Draw a simple diagram showing a browser, a server, and the path of a request/response.
Homework
Install a code editor (VS Code) and create a folder for this course.