HTML Tutorial: Installing VS Code & Live Server |

Title: Mastering HTML with Visual Studio Code: Ankit's Beginner's Guide

In this tutorial, we're diving into our first HTML lesson, leveraging the power of Visual Studio Code. Building upon our understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript from previous tutorials, we'll now explore how to craft HTML code within this versatile IDE.

Visual Studio Code, a free and open-source IDE from Microsoft, streamlines our workflow, making web development a breeze. Before we begin, I highly recommend downloading and installing this software. Create a folder named "Ankit's Web Development Bootcamp" and open VS Code within it by right-clicking > Open with Code.

Let's start by examining "Ankit.html," a simple HTML file. We'll enhance it to achieve a more professional appearance. While you can code in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript using Notepad, it lacks essential features like syntax highlighting and forces you to manage multiple files separately. Instead, I recommend utilizing the Chrome Browser for its robust functionality and exceptional dev tools.

While this tutorial won't cover every aspect of VS Code, let's familiarize ourselves with its basic functionalities. When you type an exclamation mark (!) in the editor, you'll be prompted with Emmet Abbreviation, offering a boilerplate HTML format to kickstart your project.

Although VS Code may seem daunting at first, consistent practice will make your workflow effortless. Plus, its versatility extends beyond HTML to support languages like Python. Navigate through VS Code's primary buttons on the left panel: Explorer, Search, Git, Debugger, and Extensions.

An essential extension I recommend installing is Live Server. After installation, clicking "Go Live" in the bottom right corner ensures real-time updates to your web page as you modify the HTML code.

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
    <meta charset="UTF-8">
    <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
    <meta http-equiv="X-UA-Compatible" content="ie=edge">
    <title>Updated Title</title>
</head>
<body>
    This is the updated content of my body.
</body>
</html>

VS Code offers two types of settings: user settings, which manage the entire VS Code environment, and workspace settings, specific to the current workspace (opened folder). Customize keyboard shortcuts to enhance your efficiency.

These insights provide a foundational understanding of Visual Studio Code. Whether you're on macOS or Linux, the software operates seamlessly. Stay tuned for more tutorials as we delve deeper into HTML and expand our web development skills.

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