Okay, here’s my take on documenting my “*” practice, just like I’d share it on my blog.
Alright folks, gather ’round! Today I’m spilling the beans on my “*” experiment. It’s been a wild ride, and I figured I’d break down exactly what I did, why I did it, and what I learned along the way.
The Spark: Why “*”?
First off, why this particular name? Well, it was kinda random, to be honest. I was just looking for something that sounded decent, wasn’t already plastered all over the internet, and had a bit of a ring to it. Plus, it doesn’t really mean anything which is perfect for a test project, right?
Getting Started: Laying the Groundwork
So, I decided to use “*” as the basis for a small portfolio site. I figured it would be a good way to practice my HTML, CSS, and maybe even dabble in a little JavaScript. Here’s what I did:
- Bought the Domain: First things first, I snagged the * domain. Cost me like $10, not a big deal.
- Set up a Basic HTML Structure: I started with a super simple HTML file: `*`. Just the basic head, title, and an empty body. Nothing fancy.
- Added Some CSS: Next up, I created a `*` file and linked it to my HTML. I threw in some basic styling – a background color, some font choices, you know, the usual.
- Planned Out the Content: Before diving deep I took a pen and paper and made a plan for the content I wanted to add.
The Build: Diving into the Code
This is where things got a bit more interesting. I wanted the site to be clean and simple, but also showcase a few things. Here’s how I tackled it:
- Header Section: I created a header with the name “Will Collier” prominently displayed. Added a simple navigation menu with links like “About,” “Projects,” and “Contact.”
- About Section: This was basically just a short paragraph about… well, me pretending to be Will Collier. I talked about his “skills” and “experience” – all made up, of course.
- Projects Section: I added a few dummy projects. Each project had a title, a brief description, and a placeholder image. I used some free stock photos for this.
- Contact Section: A simple contact form with fields for name, email, and message. I didn’t actually hook it up to anything, though. It was just for show.
Adding a Little Sparkle: JavaScript Fun
I decided to spice things up with a tiny bit of JavaScript. I just wanted something simple to add a bit of interactivity.
- Basic Form Validation: I added some JavaScript to check if the form fields were filled out before “submitting.” It would just display an alert if something was missing.
- Simple Animation: I messed around with a bit of CSS and JavaScript to create a subtle animation on the header. Nothing major, just a little fade-in effect.
The Lessons Learned: What I Took Away
This “*” experiment was actually pretty useful. Here’s what I learned:
- Practice Makes Perfect: It’s easy to forget the basics. Working on a small project like this really helped me brush up on my HTML and CSS skills.
- Keep it Simple: I realized that you don’t need a ton of fancy features to create a decent-looking website. Sometimes, simplicity is key.
- Planning is Crucial: Taking the time to plan out the site’s structure and content beforehand saved me a lot of time and headaches.
The Wrap-Up: Was it Worth It?
Yeah, I’d say it was worth it. It was a fun little project that helped me sharpen my skills and reminded me of the importance of keeping things simple. Plus, now I have a “*” website floating around out there. Who knows, maybe it’ll come in handy someday! That’s all for today folks, hope you enjoyed this little walk through. Peace!