Introduction to HTML and Web Technologies

The video introduces the HTML series, explaining HTML as a markup language distinct from programming languages. It covers the history of HTML, highlighting Tim Berners-Lee's contributions, and discusses the role of W3C in setting web standards. The evolution of web technologies and browsers is explored, with a focus on HTML, CSS, and JavaScript's roles in web development. The video concludes with a preview of the next steps in the series.

What is the primary function of HTML?

• To manage databases

• To structure and present content on the web

• To style web pages

• To perform complex calculations

Who is credited with creating HTML?

• Mark Zuckerberg

• Steve Jobs

• Tim Berners-Lee

• Bill Gates

What is the main role of the W3C?

• To set standards for web technologies

• To create web content

• To develop web browsers

• To provide internet services

Why is it important to update web browsers regularly?

• To improve battery life

• To increase internet speed

• To access new web standards and technologies

• To reduce data usage

Which website is used as an example to show the evolution of web technologies?

• techprogress.com

• webhistory.com

• evolutionoftheweb.com

• example.com

What is the primary purpose of CSS in web development?

• To style and layout web pages

• To structure web content

• To add interactivity to web pages

• To manage server-side operations

How does JavaScript enhance a website?

• By adding interactivity and dynamic content

• By structuring the HTML content

• By optimizing database queries

• By providing server-side functionality

What analogy is used to describe HTML in the video?

• A book

• A painting

• A manikin

• A computer program

Which of the following is NOT a role of JavaScript as mentioned in the video?

• Creating animations

• Structuring web content

• Adding interactivity

• Performing complex computations

What is the expected outcome for students by the end of the semester?

• To design a mobile application

• To master database management

• To develop a website using only HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

• To create a server-side application