Behind the Screen: Discovering the Basics of Coding

This quarter, we stepped into the world of coding, and honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect. At first, seeing lines of HTML felt overwhelming—almost like trying to understand a new language. But as we started learning, everything began to make sense, one step at a time.

Working with HTML taught me how websites are built from the ground up. Simple tags like <h1> for headings and <p>for paragraphs showed me how to organize content, while adding links and images made the pages come alive. It felt amazing to see how a few lines of code could turn a blank page into something interactive and creative.

What really stood out for me, though, was how coding isn’t just about typing commands. It’s about thinking critically and solving problems. When something didn’t work, I had to figure out why—sometimes it was a tiny mistake, like a missing tag, but fixing it felt like solving a mystery. It taught me patience and the value of learning from my mistakes.

This experience also changed how I see the internet. It’s amazing to realize that every website I visit started with the same basic skills we’re learning now. It makes me feel proud and excited to know I’m taking my first steps in something so impactful.

Looking back, I’m grateful for what we’ve learned and how it’s challenged me. Coding isn’t as intimidating as it seemed—it’s actually fun and empowering. I’m excited to keep exploring and see how much more we can create in the future.