Vanilla CSS

Vanilla CSS refers to using plain, native Cascading Style Sheets without any preprocessors, frameworks, or libraries. It is the standard styling language for web documents, used to control the presentation, layout, and design of HTML elements. Developers write CSS rules directly to define properties like colors, fonts, spacing, and responsiveness.

Also known as: Plain CSS, Native CSS, Raw CSS, CSS3, Cascading Style Sheets

Why learn Vanilla CSS?

Developers should learn Vanilla CSS as it is fundamental for all web development, providing complete control over styling and ensuring lightweight, fast-loading websites. It is essential for custom designs, debugging framework issues, and building projects where minimal dependencies are preferred, such as static sites or performance-critical applications.

Learning Resources

• docs: MDN Web Docs: CSS
• tutorial: W3Schools CSS Tutorial
• video: CSS Crash Course for Absolute Beginners
• course: freeCodeCamp: Responsive Web Design Certification