Clean Code and Proper Indentation

Proper indentation makes code easier to read and maintain. It is important to follow a consistent indentation pattern in HTML. This not only improves readability but also allows other developers to quickly understand the structure of your code.

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Comments in HTML (<!-- -->)

Comments are useful for adding notes and clarifications in the code. Everything enclosed within <!-- --> will not be visible on the page. This is useful for explaining parts of the code or marking important sections.

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Organization of Files and Structure

A good file organization facilitates the development and maintenance of a website. It is recommended to organize the files into folders like css, js, and images, and name each file descriptively.

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Avoiding Deprecated Tags

It is important to avoid deprecated tags such as <font> or <center>, which have been replaced by CSS in modern HTML. Using updated tags and CSS-based techniques improves compatibility and accessibility.

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Writing Readable and Maintainable Code

To ensure that code is easy to read and maintain, follow these practices:

• Use descriptive names for classes and IDs.
• Keep the code dry or reusable (Don't repeat yourself).
• Document the purpose and functionality of complex sections of the code.

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End of Chapter

By following these best practices, your HTML code will be cleaner, easier to read, and maintain over the long term. In the next chapter, we will explore the fundamentals of HTML in relation to search engine optimization (SEO).