HTML5SYLLABUS
Overview of HTML5
Evolution of HTML (HTML4 to HTML5)
Key differences between HTML4 and HTML5
Why HTML5 is important for modern web development
HTML5 Features
Semantics: New elements like
<header>
,<footer>
,<section>
,<article>
, etc.Native support for audio, video, and graphics
Offline capabilities
Enhanced forms and input controls
Basic Structure of an HTML5 Document
Doctype declaration
<html>
,<head>
, and<body>
tagsUsing
<meta>
tags (character encoding, viewport, etc.)
Essential HTML5 Tags
<header>
,<footer>
,<section>
,<article>
,<nav>
<aside>
,<mark>
,<progress>
,<output>
,<details>
,<summary>
Introduction to semantic HTML and its benefits
Text Formatting Elements
Headings, paragraphs, and line breaks
Lists (ordered, unordered, definition lists)
Strong emphasis (
<strong>
,<em>
,<b>
,<i>
)
Working with Images
<img>
tag and attributes (src
,alt
,width
,height
)Responsive images with
srcset
HTML5 Form Elements
New input types (e.g.,
email
,date
,number
,range
,tel
,url
)New form attributes (e.g.,
required
,autofocus
,placeholder
)Validation with new attributes (
pattern
,min
,max
,step
, etc.)
4.2 Advanced Form Controls
<datalist>
,<keygen>
,<output>
, and<progress>
Using
autocomplete
,formaction
, and other form attributesCreating multi-step forms
Introduction to HTML5 Canvas
What is the
<canvas>
element?Basic drawing on the canvas (lines, shapes, color, etc.)
Working with 2D graphics API (methods like
fillRect
,strokeRect
,arc
, etc.)
Animation and Interaction
Animating graphics on the canvas
Handling user input (mouse events, keyboard events)
Simple games or interactive demos with canvas
Geolocation API
Accessing a user’s location
Using geolocation for map-based applications
Local Storage and Session Storage
Differences between LocalStorage and SessionStorage
Storing and retrieving data on the client side
Practical examples of using storage
Offline Web Applications
Introduction to Service Workers
Using the
applicationCache
API (for legacy support)Creating offline-first web applications
Web Workers
Running scripts in background threads
Creating and managing web workers for performance optimization
Importance of Semantic HTML
Benefits of using semantic elements (SEO, accessibility, maintainability)
Using semantic elements effectively in real-world projects
Web Accessibility (WCAG)
Understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
Implementing accessible HTML: ARIA roles, keyboard navigation, and screen readers
Best practices for accessible forms, multimedia, and navigation
Introduction to Responsive Design
What is responsive web design (RWD)?
Mobile-first design principles
HTML5 Meta Tags for Mobile
Viewport tag and its importance in mobile design
Using media queries for different devices and screen sizes
Responsive Images and Media
Techniques for responsive images using
srcset
andsizes
Embedding responsive videos
WebSockets
Introduction to WebSockets for real-time communication
Using the WebSocket API for chat applications, notifications, etc.
Drag-and-Drop API
Understanding the HTML5 Drag-and-Drop API
Implementing drag-and-drop features in web applications
The Web Storage API
Understanding
localStorage
andsessionStorage
Storing data for offline usage
Code Optimization for HTML5
Writing clean and efficient HTML
Reducing page load time with optimizations like lazy loading and minification
Cross-Browser Compatibility
Ensuring HTML5 features work across different browsers
Using polyfills and feature detection (Modernizr)
Security Considerations in HTML5
XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) Prevention
Using HTTPS for secure communications
Managing cookies securely
Final Project
Hands-on project where trainees build a complete HTML5-based webpage or mini-site (e.g., portfolio website, interactive landing page, etc.)
Deployment
Introduction to web hosting and deployment platforms
Deploying an HTML5 website using platforms like GitHub Pages, Netlify, or Vercel