Tailwind CSS is a utility-first CSS framework providing small, composable classes for rapid custom design development. Features mobile-first approach, automatic unused style removal (purging), and flexible customization. Enables quick responsive design prototyping without writing custom CSS.
Module 1: Introduction to Tailwind CSS
- What is Tailwind CSS and Why Use It?
- Comparing Tailwind with Traditional CSS Frameworks
- Installing Tailwind: CDN vs. NPM
- Folder Structure and Setup
- Enabling Tailwind in Your Project
Module 2: Tailwind Core Concepts
- Understanding Utility-First CSS
- Using Tailwind’s Predefined Classes
- Responsive Design with Tailwind
- Customizing Colors and Theme
- Handling Pseudo-classes (Hover, Focus, Active)
Module 3: Layout and Spacing
- Containers and Breakpoints
- Padding, Margin, and Space Between
- Flexbox Utilities
- Grid Layout Utilities
- Positioning and Z-Index
Module 4: Styling Elements
- Typography: Fonts, Text Size, Weight
- Backgrounds and Borders
- Buttons and Inputs Styling
- Display and Visibility Classes
- Customizing with the Tailwind Config
Module 5: Advanced Tailwind Features
- Extracting Components with @apply
- Creating Reusable Custom Components
- Purging Unused Styles for Production
- Plugins and Extending Tailwind
- Using Tailwind with Other Frameworks (React, Vue, etc.)
Module 6: Real-World Projects and Best Practices
- Building a Responsive Navbar
- Creating Cards and Grids
- Dark Mode Setup
- Accessibility Considerations
- Maintaining Clean Code with Tailwind
