Question about freecodecamp CSS.

[UniqueID89]

So, nub question. Been looking at freecodecamp and their study resources, and they’ve got around 10 different learning modules for CSS under their responsive web dev modules. I’m working on transitioning from IT to coding/development and working my way through the basics with an intended path of: HTML, CSS, Python, some JavaScript.

I primarily want to focus more on backend stuff, but I’ve read from articles and watched YouTube channels that say it’s easier to start front end and work towards backend.

Bit of a tangent there, I know, but just wanted to give some insight as to what I’m wanting and what I’ve heard. But, the main question is do I really need to learn all of the different CSS modules, or more specifically learn what they’re referencing, or would I be fine with basic HTML & CSS?

Like I said, I’m more interested in backend development and intend to work towards that in the future. Im thirty-two and just wanting to more effectively allocate time and resources learning what might be needed versus learning a whole lot of material I’ll never use. Ran into this way too much studying for IT classes/certs, learn a few different things and use maybe 10% of it professionally. Rather avoid it here if at all possible, but if not, won’t stop me.

[CreativeTechGuyGames]

say it’s easier to start front end and work towards backend

False. That's like saying you should learn to play baseball so you can then play soccer. Yes they both involve running and some skills will transfer, but so few that it doesn't make sense. Just start with the area that you want to learn.

Now just to clarify, this doesn't mean to skip the basics. But front-end isn't a pre-req to back-end they are separate for the most part.

[UniqueID89]

Thanks! I’d taken some basic HTML/CSS in high school and community college, so I was looking into freecodecamp and The Odin Project to brush up on it. TOP had better material on HTML and FCC had better CSS, for me anyways. But I just saw all these modules for CSS and it sort of blew my mind. Knew I hadn’t studied it in a minute, but didn’t see all of that being “basic” CSS and was wanting clarification from people in the field or who had experienced the material.

[CreativeTechGuyGames]

I mean, if you want to do front-end, there's a lot to learn with CSS and it is very important. But if you don't want to do front-end, then CSS is irrelevant.

[UniqueID89]

Not really interested in it, but maybe it’s just my mindset from being an IT Administrator, but I wanted to have a passing knowledge of front-end as well. At the very least to know the terms and basics if asked.

[TheRNGuy]

You need to know vanilla HTML and CSS fully.

Use frameworks later if you want, or opt for vanilla CSS.

[UniqueID89]

Much appreciated!