Building a Website Using ChatGPT, HTML, and CSS

Introduction

• Objective: Build a professional website using ChatGPT-generated code, following design best practices.
• Tools: HTML, CSS, Figma, Sublime Text, undraw.co
• Outcome: Create a functional, visually appealing website.

Key Steps in the Process

Initial Setup

• Brainstorm Design: Start with a design idea to guide the coding process.
• Figma: Use Figma (free plan) for design mockups. Templates can be customized.
• Figma eCourse: Free eCourse available for learning Figma.

Starting with ChatGPT

• Bootstrap Template: Request a Bootstrap HTML website with specific elements (e.g., hero header with an image to the right of the text).
• Design Details: Specify colors, navigation items, and other design details in the ChatGPT prompt.
• Hex Codes: Use Figma to find hex codes for button colors.

Generating Code

• Initial Code Generation: Generate initial HTML and CSS code using detailed prompts.
• Sublime Text: Use Sublime Text editor to create and manage code files (index.html and styles.css).
• Local Setup: Organize files into folders (e.g., images folder for illustrations).
• Testing: Open the generated HTML in a browser to review progress.

Refining Design

• CSS Adjustments: Request separate CSS files and make necessary adjustments for better organization.
• Image Placement: Adjust image placement in hero header and ensure correct referencing in code.
• Text and Button Styles: Update header, subheader, and button styles to match design specifications.
• Navigation Menu: Ensure navigation links are spaced correctly and remain on the same line.
• Background Colors: Update background colors for sections and navigation.
• Padding and Spacing: Adjust padding around elements for better visual balance.
• Icons and Logos: Add placeholder logos and icons with appropriate spacing and alignment.
• Additional Sections: Generate content for additional sections (e.g., services, testimonials).

Final Touches

• Anchor Links: Ensure navigation links scroll to the correct sections on the page.
• Contact Form: Use form builder tools (e.g., JotForm) to create and embed a contact form.
• Footer: Generate and style a footer for the website.
• Mobile Responsiveness: Ensure the website is mobile-friendly with balanced spacing and properly aligned elements.

Conclusion

• Final Review: Review the overall website for any remaining tweaks and adjustments.
• Use Cases: Ideal for marketing websites, landing pages, and portfolio sites.
• Learning Resource: Free Figma eCourse for further learning.
• Community Engagement: Encouragement to share experiences using ChatGPT for coding and design.

Additional Resources

• Figma eCourse: Link available under the video for a free course on using Figma.
• Subscription: Encouragement to subscribe for more web design tips and tricks.

Summary

• Focus: Practical and functional example of building a marketing agency website using ChatGPT, HTML, and CSS.
• Goal: Provide a foundation for learning and enhancing web design and coding skills using AI tools.