Introduction
As a front-end developer, I wanted to create a clean, modern, and responsive news/magazine website that provides a seamless reading experience. While I took design inspiration from an Envato template, every line of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript powering Sarsa was written by me. This project allowed me to refine my front-end skills, implement best practices, and explore UI/UX enhancements.
Tech Stack & Features
Sarsa is built using:
HTML5 for a structured and semantic layout.
CSS3 with Flexbox and Grid for a fully responsive design.
JavaScript to handle interactivity and dynamic elements
Core Features
Fully Responsive Design – Optimized for desktops, tablets, and mobile screens.
Dynamic Content Loading – Uses JavaScript to handle article rendering efficiently.
Modern UI/UX – Clean layout with smooth scrolling and intuitive navigation.
Development Process
I started by analyzing the UI/UX structure of various modern news websites. Using that knowledge, I:
Structured the HTML with semantic elements for better accessibility and SEO.
Designed the UI with CSS while ensuring flexibility for future customizations.
Added JavaScript functionality to improve user experience, such as interactive elements and smooth scrolling.
Tested responsiveness and performance, making adjustments for cross-browser compatibility.
Challenges & Solutions
Ensuring Smooth Performance: Optimized image handling and minimized unnecessary reflows/repaints.
Cross-Browser Compatibility: Thoroughly tested across different browsers to fix inconsistencies.
Mobile Responsiveness: Used CSS media queries and flexible layouts to ensure a seamless mobile experience.
Lessons Learned
Writing modular and reusable CSS simplifies future iterations.
JavaScript performance optimizations can greatly enhance user experience.
Planning the UI structure beforehand helps streamline the development process.
Source Code
GitHub Repository: github.com/sabiha-samha/sarsa
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