November 14, 2012 in Learn
How to Choose the Right CSS Preprocessor
You’ve probably heard about CSS preprocessors by now, but haven’t quite plucked up the courage to try one because of the learning curve, or maybe because “preprocessor” just plain sounds intimidating. So let’s put those uncertainties at ease and go over…
November 13, 2012 in Learn
CSS Positioning: A Comprehensive Look
If you’ve come to grips with CSS-based layouts, then it’s likely that you’re using floats as the primary means to layout your pages. Maybe you’ve even started to experiment with some of CSS’s far-future layout techniques, in hopes that browser…
November 9, 2012 in Learn
HSLa Color Values in CSS – Quick Tip
In this CSS Quick Tip, we’ll learn how to define color values with the HSLa color model. HSLa stands for Hue, Saturation, Lightness, and alpha. This HSLa Color Values method is much more intuitive than RGBA or Hex values, allows…
October 29, 2012 in Learn
Getting Started with CSS – Part 2
In part 1 we covered basic CSS concepts like the cascade and CSS rules. In this article, we’ll take things a step further with the CSS box model and basic selector types. The CSS Box Model Understanding how the box…
October 15, 2012 in Learn
Getting Started with CSS – Part 1
This is the first of a two-part article on CSS, the most powerful tool we have available to us as web designers and developers. In this article, we’ll cover basic CSS concepts to get us started. What is CSS? CSS…
September 25, 2025 in AI
8 Best No-Code App Builders Anyone Can Use
The best no-code app builders make it easier than ever for pretty much anyone to build mobile and web apps. The no-code ecosystem has exploded with tools designed to help you launch an MVP, automate workflows, and scale a real…
September 15, 2025 in Learn
Don’t Let AI Make You Lazy: Why Coding Fundamentals Still Matter
AI can now write full programs, generate websites, and even fix bugs. It feels like magic. But if you only depend on AI, you may never build the true skills that make a programmer valuable. Coding is not just about…
September 4, 2025 in Productivity
Don’t Have the Backslash or Pipe Symbol? Type \ and | on Any Keyboard
💬 TL;DR Can’t find the backslash (\) or pipe (|) symbol on your keyboard? Try this: Have you ever opened your code editor, only to realize you don’t have the \ (backslash) or | (pipe) symbol on your keyboard? You’re…
September 3, 2025 in Learn
Designing Responsive Websites
Key SummaryTo make a website look great on any device, use responsive web design: combine fluid grids that scale layouts proportionally, media queries to adjust styles at different screen widths, and flexible images and media that resize automatically. These techniques…
August 26, 2025 in AI
What the Latest Stack Overflow Developer Survey Tells Us About AI
Key Takeaways 👉 Get 50% off your first month of Treehouse with signup code LEARNAI Unpacking the Survey: Insights into AI, Trust, and Technical Growth In 2025, artificial intelligence is no longer a novelty for software developers—it’s the norm. According…
August 21, 2025 in Learn
Python vs. JavaScript Comparison for 2025
Choosing between Python and JavaScript isn’t just about preference—it’s about purpose. Python powers data science, machine learning, and backend automation, while JavaScript continues to dominate the browser and is increasingly used for full-stack and AI-assisted app development. As the tech…
August 20, 2025 in AI
Will AI Take My Job as a Developer? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re a software developer or learning to code, you’ve probably asked yourself this question recently: “Will AI take my job?” You’re not alone. With the rise of tools like GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Cursor, and autonomous code generators, headlines are…