My First Website: The Journey and What I Learned

Published on October 14, 2025 by MSMAXPRO

The Idea and The Frustration

Building your first website feels like a huge mountain to climb. I started with a simple idea: to create a helpful platform for students. But the journey from getting a domain name to making it look professional was full of challenges. This post is about what I learned along the way.

Key Lessons for Every Beginner

If you're just starting, keep these things in mind:

Plan First, Code Later: Before writing a single line of code, I had to decide on a layout. What sections should be there? What should the website look like? Having a blueprint makes coding much easier.
HTML is the Skeleton, CSS is the Soul: It was amazing to see how plain HTML turned into a beautiful website with CSS. Learning about responsiveness (making the site look good on mobile) was the most important part.
GitHub Pages is Magic: For a beginner, the easiest way to host a website for free is GitHub Pages. The process of connecting a custom domain was a bit technical, but totally worth it.
Patience is Everything: From waiting for DNS changes to propagate to fixing small bugs in the mobile menu, patience is the key. Don't get frustrated if things don't work on the first try.

Conclusion

Building this website has been an incredible learning experience. My advice to you is simple: just start. Choose a simple idea, follow a plan, and don't be afraid to ask for help. Your first website won't be perfect, but the lessons you learn will be priceless.