First Impressions: Before this week, I had taken a course over HTML and CSS and developed a basic understanding of how to use both. I was taught a handful of things about creating tables, lists, and other basic coding structures. My perception on how important both HTML and CSS are to multimedia content has definitely shifted. It’s clear that a lot of website designers take into account what type of content is being posted and shift their coding around that. I had never really thought about that strategy before but I can see where companies might have implemented it.
The User Experience Factor: I think the ways that HTML and CSS can impact how a user experiences content mainly revolve around accessibility. Having a website that is easy to navigate and has a layout that isn’t difficult to navigate can go a long way. I also think that having CSS style different aspects of the website so that there is a pleasant color theme that people cater to can go a long way.
Creative Constraints: When thinking about a website that looked beautiful but was difficult to navigate, the first one that comes to mind is Canvas. I think the website itself has a good layout, and a color scheme that is neat and easy on the eyes. For me, the main problem with Canvas lies in its navigation. It can sometimes be difficult to find specific files or areas within the website, and some courses have more sections to navigate than others.
Your Designer’s Eye: If I had to propose an HTML or CSS tweak that might improve general website designing, I think I would suggest an HTML code that can randomize the layout. This would allow for different layout schemes to be experimented with and allow website designers to find unique layouts that may not have been designed before.
I’ve gained a new understanding of HTML and CSS that goes beyond just coding and styling. These programs can be used as a way for websites to truly be designed, instead of just built. I hope to learn how I can better my coding skills and eventually design a website to my liking.