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Tailwind - CSS style

What is Tailwind CSS?

Tailwind CSS is a utility-first CSS framework that allows developers to style elements directly in their HTML using small, reusable classes. Instead of relying on pre-built UI components, Tailwind provides utility classes such as text-center, p-4, m-2, and bg-blue-500, which can be combined to build completely custom user interfaces. This approach speeds up development and reduces the need for switching between HTML and CSS files.

Why Choose Tailwind Over Other Frameworks?

  • Flexibility and Customization
  • Tailwind does not lock you into predefined styles. Developers can create unique and modern UIs without overriding default styles, unlike Bootstrap where many sites often look similar.
  • Faster Development
  • Utility classes make it easy to prototype and build responsive designs directly in HTML.
  • Consistency
  • Since spacing, typography, and colors are controlled through a centralized configuration, projects stay consistent.
  • Optimized Performance
  • Tailwind automatically removes unused CSS in production, resulting in smaller file sizes and faster load times.
  • Responsive and Mobile-First
  • Tailwind comes with built-in responsive utilities (sm:, md:, lg:) that make mobile-friendly development seamless.
    Popular CSS Frameworks

  • Bootstrap → Most popular, comes with ready-made UI components.

  • Bulma → Flexbox-based, simple and modern.

  • Foundation → Responsive and accessible, developed by Zurb.

  • Materialize → Based on Google’s Material Design.

  • UIKit → Lightweight, modular framework.

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