Learning LESS (Video 6)

This video tutorial explores graphical user interface (GUI) applications for converting LESS to CSS, focusing on CodeKit for Mac users and Prepros for Windows and other platforms. It provides a detailed walkthrough of setting up projects, configuring settings, and utilizing features in both applications. The video concludes with a discussion on the trade-offs of using GUI tools over command-line interfaces and hints at the next tutorial on using code editors for on-the-fly LESS conversion.

What is the primary function of CodeKit as discussed in the video?

• To design graphics

• To edit HTML files

• To convert LESS to CSS

• To create JavaScript animations

Which button do you press to start a new project in CodeKit?

• The red button

• The green button

• The blue button

• The yellow button

What does the 'compressed' output style in CodeKit do?

• Increases file size

• Converts CSS to LESS

• Removes unnecessary whitespace and line breaks

• Adds more whitespace

What is the purpose of source maps in CodeKit?

• To enhance file security

• To debug styles in web browsers

• To convert images to CSS

• To increase file size

What is a key feature of Prepros compared to CodeKit?

• It only runs on Mac

• It is free of charge

• It is platform agnostic

• It does not support LESS

How does Prepros handle output file paths?

• It requires manual input for each file

• It saves them in the same folder as the input files

• It does not allow customization

• It automatically determines the path based on settings

What additional feature does Prepros offer for CSS3?

• HTML validation

• JavaScript minification

• Autoprefixer for browser compatibility

• Automatic image compression