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HTML How to Make a Website HTML First Create the Content Containers

Posted by Cynthia S. Burgener
Cynthia S. Burgener
512 Points

Create the Content Containers.

I need help. I have printed the audio. I have read it 3 or 4 times and listened to the audio 2 or 3 times. The first challenge question " Write an HTML doctype" I did not see any mention of the doctype in the audio. This is really getting the better of me. Appreciate your time and knowledge. Cynthia

2 Answers

Mike Dunford
Mike Dunford
661 Points

<!DOCTYPE html>

This probably won't be covered by the transcription as it's shown on the video instead. If you're unsure of the content then make sure to watch the video as well as examples are often shown.

Cynthia S. Burgener
Cynthia S. Burgener
512 Points

Thank you for the response Mike. I did listen and watch the video 3 or 4 times, also printed the audio. It is not clicking. I will walk away and come back later. Perhaps it will help, It has helped in the past.
Cynthia

Mike Dunford
Mike Dunford
661 Points

Hi Cynthia, I just went and checked the activity and typing this (and only this) worked. I hope you're able to get it working too.

Walking away from code definitely helps - especially when you've been pulling your hair out for hours! Often it's just something small that's been missed.

Jamie Mulcahy
PLUS
Jamie Mulcahy
Courses Plus Student 7,069 Points
Jamie Mulcahy
Jamie Mulcahy
Courses Plus Student 7,069 Points

At the beginning of your doc, start with <!DOCTYPE html>

Cynthia S. Burgener
Cynthia S. Burgener
512 Points

Thank you Jamie, I did start with that and checked my answer. It came back "Bummer" It stated I needed to define the HTML. I typed <!DOCTYPE html> Hit enter and typed on the next line <html> and hit check answer, received "Bummer" in response. I will try it again. Thank you for your time and knowledge.