I'm really interested in web building and design, but every website I see leaves me in awe. Just to give you an idea of my background, I've got a basic understanding of frontend languages like CSS, Java, and HTML, along with some backend experience in Java and Python, plus a little knowledge of AWS. Despite my efforts, replicating the stunning designs of sites—like Apple's showcase for their Macbook—has been a huge challenge for me. I can't believe that a site as beautifully crafted as cinegrams.com was made using basic frontend languages. Are they utilizing templates like WordPress or Wix? I really want to know how I can make my own impressive portfolio site that really stands out!
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You might want to focus on improving your CSS skills. A lot of the beauty in web design comes from being proficient in styling.
What specific features or designs are you interested in replicating? Just so you know, everything you see is definitely possible with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Tools like Wix or WordPress use the same languages but don't necessarily add extra functionality to the frontend by default—they just offer a different way to integrate backend capabilities.
Believe it or not, you can accomplish a lot with just HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. There are even examples of people creating impressive 3D games entirely with CSS! Once you dig deeper, you’ll realize just how capable you can be with the right knowledge and practice.
If you're puzzled about how these sites are built, try right-clicking and using the 'inspect' feature. You’ll find that the answers are right in front of you! Also, keep in mind that many high-end websites are created by large teams with significant budgets, building on years of code.
Good design doesn’t come solely from the tools you use. Websites built on platforms like WordPress and Wix also utilize the same basic frontend languages as custom-built sites. If you doubt that they can be created using just HTML, CSS, and JS, check them out in developer tools—there’s no real magic, just clever use of elements and style.
Thanks for the cool example! Here’s another fun project—a 4x4 sudoku game/solver made purely in CSS. You might find it inspiring! https://css-tricks.com/generating-and-solving-sudokus-in-css/