USEFUL STRATEGIES TO CONSIDER
You may be slightly overwhelmed by the task of mastering both HTML and CSS. However, you will find that the more you practice coding, the easier you will find it. Before you decide upon what kind of website you want to make, practically think of what you will be able to accomplish in your time constraint. Do not push yourself too hard to create something that only an expert designer would be able to create. Be reasonable in judging your capabilities and manage your time well. On the right, you will find a list of resources that can really help you if you find yourself confused.
If you find yourself struggling with HTML and CSS, please use the first two links to go through more tutorials and to understand the concepts better. CSS color codes can seem difficult at first. Use the third link to see a guide on the colors in CSS. You will realize how easy it is to find and put the color codes into your CSS pages. Another important issue in web authoring and design is the use of copyrighted images. To be safe, it is best to use images from Creative Commons that are usually copyright-free. Lastly, you may find that your CSS skills are still developing, which may stand in the way of you your desired design. There are great resources on the web that offer free CSS templates and layouts. These templates will help you make your design more sophisticated. Make sure to edit the templates of content you don't need, so you have a smooth and readable code.
You are now ready to get exploring! Read the resouces and the textbook, and use your good judgement and imagination. I know you have it in you to create a wonderful website that is both informative and stylish. Good luck to you, I'll see you on the web!
