CSS Tricks
FreeLearning for front-end designers and developers
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About CSS Tricks
CSS-Tricks is a website where front-end designers and developers come to learn about CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and web design. Founded in 2007 by Chris Coyier, it features articles, tutorials, comprehensive guides, a CSS Almanac, a newsletter, and community-driven content. Acquired by DigitalOcean in 2021, it remains a free resource with contributions from over 200 writers.
Key Features
Articles on advanced CSS and front-end topics
Tutorials for hands-on learning
Complete guides covering CSS properties, selectors, and techniques
CSS Almanac as a reference for CSS features
Weekly newsletter with curated content
Quick Hits summarizing recent browser updates and web features
Collections organizing related content
Community of over 200 contributing authors
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Comprehensive and authoritative source for CSS and front-end knowledge
- Entirely free to access with no paywalls
- Long-standing community with deep archives and consistent updates
- Covers both fundamental and cutting-edge topics
- Regular 'Quick Hits' provide digestible updates on browser releases
Cons
- Primarily a blog/resource rather than an interactive tool or IDE
- Content breadth may be overwhelming for absolute beginners without structured guidance
Best For
Learning CSS and front-end development from beginner to advanced levelsStaying updated with new web platform features and browser changesFinding solutions to common CSS challengesReferencing CSS properties, selectors, and functions via the AlmanacKeeping abreast of front-end best practices and design trends
FAQ
When was CSS-Tricks founded?
CSS-Tricks was founded on July 4, 2007.
Who founded CSS-Tricks?
CSS-Tricks was founded by Chris Coyier.
Who owns CSS-Tricks now?
DigitalOcean acquired CSS-Tricks in 2021 and now owns the site.
Is CSS-Tricks free to use?
Yes, all content on CSS-Tricks is freely accessible.