Series: Building A Modern Website [9 parts]
Part 1: Before the Code
How senior engineers approach website projects before writing code: defining accessibility, performance, and SEO requirements early.Part 2: Semantic HTML as the Foundation
Why semantic HTML is the most important foundation for accessibility, SEO, and maintainable frontend architecture.Part 3: Structuring Layouts Without Fighting CSS
How to structure page layouts using semantic containers, predictable layout patterns, and responsive thinking before styling.Part 4: Designing a Typography System That Scales
How to build a typography system using fluid type, readable line lengths, and consistent spacing that scales across devices.Part 5: Navigation That Works for Everyone
How to design navigation that works for everyone through keyboard access, visible focus states, and accessible mobile menu patterns.Part 6: Static Site Approach
Why a static-first architecture often works well for modern websites, and when it doesn’t.Part 7: Static Site in Practice
How a static-first approach can be implemented in practice, without locking into a specific framework.Part 8: Animations
How to use animation as a tool for communication without harming performance or accessibility.Part 9: SEO That Starts in the Markup
How semantic structure, metadata, and structured data help search engines understand a website without relying on SEO tricks.