This course starts with a coding Sandbox to explore colors, typography, spacing, flex classes, and more in Tailwind CSS, building a strong foundation before small projects.
Tailwind CSS From Scratch - Learn by Building Projects
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14 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Create and design rapid layouts and custom styles using Tailwind CSS.
Understand and describe the fundamentals and environment setup with Tailwind CLI.
Apply breakpoint classes and media queries effectively.
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September 2024
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There are 11 modules in this course
In this module, we will introduce you to the course by discussing the outcomes and project details, explaining what Tailwind CSS is, and guiding you through the initial setup of your development environment.
What's included
5 videos1 reading
In this module, we will delve into the foundational aspects of Tailwind CSS, focusing on utility-first design, color management, spacing, typography, layout, positioning, backgrounds, shadows, borders, and filters.
What's included
9 videos
In this module, we will expand on Tailwind CSS fundamentals by exploring interactivity, responsive design with media queries, and advanced layout techniques using columns, Flexbox, and Grid. We will also cover transitions, animations, and customization options.
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9 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will improve your development environment by teaching you how to set up Tailwind CLI, use directives and functions, and configure optional tools like Webpack and PostCSS for a more efficient workflow.
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3 videos
In this module, we will engage in hands-on learning through mini projects, focusing on creating useful components and layouts with Tailwind CSS to solidify your understanding and skills.
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6 videos
In this module, we will guide you through the creation of a Clipboard website, covering the setup and configuration, designing various sections, and deploying the project to Netlify for live hosting.
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8 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will build a Loopstudios website, focusing on setting up the project, designing the hero section, features, and creations, and ensuring responsiveness before deploying to Vercel.
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9 videos
In this module, we will develop the Shortly website, covering the setup, navbar, hero section, link shortening form, and JavaScript validation, ensuring a fully functional and responsive design.
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9 videos
In this module, we will create a testimonial grid project, focusing on the setup, designing individual testimonial boxes, applying grid classes, and utilizing the line clamp plugin for better text management.
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6 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will build the Fylo website, covering the setup, header design with dark mode, JavaScript for color modes, and creating the hero section, features, testimonials, and smooth scroll functionality.
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8 videos
In this module, we will develop the Bookmark Manager website, focusing on the setup, navbar, hero section, tabs layout, JavaScript for interactive elements, and ensuring a responsive design.
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10 videos2 assignments
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