Semantic HTML
Prompt
You are an expert HTML developer and accessibility reviewer. Produce a concise, semantic HTML5 page (no external CSS files) for a simple blog post: header with site title and nav, a single article with title, author, date, image with caption, two sections, and a footer. Use semantic tags (header, nav, main, article, section, footer, figure, figcaption, time) and add only light TailwindCSS utility classes for layout and readability (e.g. spacing, text sizes, max-width). After the HTML, provide a short evaluation (3–5 bullets) scoring the output 1–5 on: - semantic correctness - accessibility (alt text, roles, ARIA if needed) - structure/readability - appropriate Tailwind usage Include one concrete suggestion to improve semantics or accessibility and show the corrected HTML snippet (only the changed portion).
A system prompt was added to support web rendering
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<title>Simple Blog • Semantic Demo</title>
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1">
<script src="https://cdn.tailwindcss.com"></script>
</head>
<body class="font-sans text-gray-800 bg-gray-50">
<!-- Site Header -->
<header class="bg-white shadow-sm">
<div class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4 py-6 flex items-baseline justify-between">
<h1 class="text-3xl font-bold">Simple Blog</h1>
<nav>
<ul class="flex space-x-6">
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">About</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</div>
</header>
<!-- Main Content -->
<main class="max-w-3xl mx-auto px-4 py-10">
<article>
<header class="mb-6">
<h2 class="text-2xl font-semibold mb-2">The Joy of Semantic HTML</h2>
<p class="text-sm text-gray-600">
By <span class="font-medium">Alex Rivera</span> •
<time datetime="2025-09-07">September 7, 2025</time>
</p>
</header>
<figure class="my-8">
<img src="semantic-html.jpg" alt="Illustration of interconnected HTML5 tags forming a web page" class="w-full rounded-md">
<figcaption class="mt-2 text-center text-sm text-gray-500">
Fig 1. Semantic elements enable clearer structure for humans and machines.
</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-8">
<h3 class="text-xl font-semibold mb-3">Why Semantics Matter</h3>
<p class="leading-relaxed">
Semantic HTML gives meaning to web documents, helping browsers, assistive technologies,
and search engines understand content. Proper tags improve accessibility and maintainability
while reducing the need for extra hooks like classes or ARIA roles.
</p>
</section>
<section class="mb-8">
<h3 class="text-xl font-semibold mb-3">Practical Tips</h3>
<ul class="list-disc pl-6 leading-relaxed">
<li>Use native elements (<code><button></code>, <code><nav></code>) before adding ARIA roles.</li>
<li>Group media with <code><figure></code> and label it with <code><figcaption></code>.</li>
<li>Always provide descriptive <code>alt</code> text for images.</li>
</ul>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<!-- Site Footer -->
<footer class="bg-white border-t py-6">
<p class="text-center text-sm text-gray-500">
© 2025 Simple Blog. All rights reserved.
</p>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
Quick evaluation (1 = poor, 5 = excellent):
• Semantic correctness: 4/5
• Accessibility (alt text, roles): 4/5
• Structure/readability: 5/5
• Appropriate Tailwind usage: 5/5
Suggestion to improve accessibility:
Label the navigation region explicitly so screen-reader users can jump to it quickly.
Changed snippet only:
```html
<nav aria-label="Primary">
```Drag to resize
Of course. Here is a concise, semantic HTML5 page for a blog post using light TailwindCSS utility classes, followed by the requested evaluation.
***
### HTML Output
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>The Art of Simplicity | The Minimalist Dev</title>
<script src="https://cdn.tailwindcss.com"></script>
</head>
<body class="bg-gray-50 text-gray-800 font-sans">
<header class="bg-white border-b border-gray-200">
<div class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8 flex justify-between items-center py-4">
<div class="font-bold text-xl">
<a href="/" class="hover:text-blue-600">The Minimalist Dev</a>
</div>
<nav>
<ul class="flex space-x-6">
<li><a href="/" class="hover:underline">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="/about" class="hover:underline">About</a></li>
<li><a href="/contact" class="hover:underline">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</div>
</header>
<main class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8 py-8 md:py-12">
<article class="prose prose-lg max-w-none">
<header class="mb-8">
<h1 class="text-3xl md:text-4xl font-extrabold mb-2">The Art of Simplicity in Web Development</h1>
<p class="text-gray-500">
By Alex Doe on <time datetime="2023-10-27">October 27, 2023</time>
</p>
</header>
<figure class="mb-8">
<img
src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1517694712202-14dd9538aa97?ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=85&fm=jpg&crop=entropy&cs=srgb&w=3600"
alt="A laptop on a wooden desk displaying code, with a cup of coffee nearby."
class="w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-md"
>
<figcaption class="text-center text-sm text-gray-600 mt-2">
Keeping your workspace and your code clean leads to better focus.
</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-8">
<h2 class="text-2xl font-bold mb-4">Semantic HTML as a Foundation</h2>
<p class="mb-4 leading-relaxed">
Before a single line of CSS or JavaScript is written, the foundation of an accessible and maintainable website is its HTML structure. Using semantic tags like <code><article></code>, <code><section></code>, and <code><nav></code> provides immediate context to both search engines and assistive technologies. It's the most fundamental form of simplicity: saying what you mean directly in the markup.
</p>
<p class="leading-relaxed">
This approach not only enhances SEO and accessibility but also makes your code more readable and easier for other developers to understand. It is the blueprint of your content, clear and unambiguous.
</p>
</section>
<section>
<h2 class="text-2xl font-bold mb-4">Utility-First CSS for Measured Style</h2>
<p class="mb-4 leading-relaxed">
While semantic HTML provides structure, utility-first CSS frameworks like Tailwind CSS provide style with precision and control. By applying small, single-purpose classes directly in your HTML, you avoid the bloat of large, abstract CSS files. This keeps the styling logic co-located with the element it affects, making components self-contained and easier to reason about.
</p>
<p class="leading-relaxed">
The key is restraint. Use utility classes for layout, spacing, and typography, but resist the urge to over-style. Simplicity in design complements the structural clarity of semantic HTML, creating a user experience that is both elegant and effective.
</p>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<footer class="bg-white border-t border-gray-200 mt-12">
<div class="max-w-4xl mx-auto text-center py-6 px-4 sm:px-6 lg:px-8">
<p class="text-gray-500 text-sm">© 2023 The Minimalist Dev. All rights reserved.</p>
</div>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
***
### Evaluation
* **Semantic Correctness: 5/5**
* The structure correctly uses `<header>`, `<main>`, and `<footer>` for page landmarks. The blog post is properly encapsulated within an `<article>`, with thematic breaks handled by `<section>`s. The use of `<figure>`, `<figcaption>`, and `<time>` with a `datetime` attribute is perfect.
* **Accessibility: 4/5**
* Excellent job on the fundamentals: `lang="en"`, proper heading hierarchy (`h1` -> `h2`), a descriptive `alt` attribute for the image, and a machine-readable `<time>` tag. Landmark roles provided by the semantic tags are a major accessibility win. It loses one point for a small but important missing piece of context in the navigation (see suggestion below).
* **Structure/Readability: 5/5**
* The code is clean, well-indented, and the semantic tags make the document outline immediately obvious. Reading the raw HTML clearly communicates the structure and purpose of each content block without needing to see the rendered output.
* **Appropriate Tailwind Usage: 5/5**
* The usage is light and purposeful, exactly as requested. Classes are used for max-width, padding/margin, flexbox layout, and basic typography, all of which enhance readability and structure without adding visual clutter or complexity.
### Improvement Suggestion
To improve accessibility, the `<nav>` element should be given an accessible name using `aria-label`. This explicitly tells screen reader users the purpose of the navigation landmark, which is a best practice, especially on pages that might have multiple `<nav>` elements (e.g., main navigation, footer navigation, breadcrumbs).
**Corrected HTML Snippet:**
```html
<!-- ... inside the main <header> ... -->
<nav aria-label="Main">
<ul class="flex space-x-6">
<li><a href="/" class="hover:underline">Home</a></li>
<!-- ... -->
</ul>
</nav>
<!-- ... -->
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```html <!DOCTYPE html> <html lang="en"> <head> <meta charset="utf-8"> <title>My Simple Blog</title> <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width,initial-scale=1"> </head> <body class="bg-gray-50 text-gray-900"> <header class="bg-white shadow"> <div class="max-w-3xl mx-auto px-4 py-6 flex justify-between items-center"> <h1 class="text-2xl font-semibold">My Simple Blog</h1> <nav aria-label="Main navigation"> <ul class="flex space-x-4"> <li><a href="#" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">Home</a></li> <li><a href="#" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">About</a></li> <li><a href="#" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">Contact</a></li> </ul> </nav> </div> </header> <main class="max-w-3xl mx-auto px-4 py-8"> <article class="space-y-4 bg-white p-6 rounded shadow"> <h2 class="text-xl font-bold">How to Write Accessible HTML</h2> <p class="text-sm text-gray-600"> By <span class="font-medium">Jane Doe</span> <span class="mx-2">•</span> <time datetime="2025-08-15">August 15, 2025</time> </p> <figure class="mt-4"> <img src="https://via.placeholder.com/600x300" alt="Illustration of a laptop with code on the screen" class="w-full h-auto rounded"> <figcaption class="text-sm text-center text-gray-500 mt-2"> Laptop displaying a sample piece of code </figcaption> </figure> <section class="mt-6"> <h3 class="text-lg font-semibold mb-2">Why Accessibility Matters</h3> <p>Accessibility ensures that your content is usable by all people, including those with disabilities...</p> </section> <section class="mt-6"> <h3 class="text-lg font-semibold mb-2">Key Techniques</h3> <ul class="list-disc list-inside space-y-1 text-sm"> <li>Use semantic tags</li> <li>Provide descriptive alt text for images</li> <li>Ensure sufficient color contrast</li> </ul> </section> </article> </main> <footer class="bg-white shadow pt-4 px-4 mb-6"> <p class="text-sm text-center text-gray-600"> Copyright © 2025 My Simple Blog </p> </footer> </body> </html> ``` ### Evaluation | Criterion | Score (1–5) | Comments | |-----------|-------------|----------| | Semantic correctness | **5** | All elements use the appropriate semantic tags (`header`, `nav`, `main`, `article`, `section`, `figure`, `footer`). | | Accessibility | **4** | Alt text is provided, `aria-label` on the nav, and `<time>` element with `datetime`. Improvement: separate heading levels for sections. | | Structure & readability | **5** | Clear hierarchical structure, consistent use of Tailwind spacing, and readable code. | | Tailwind usage | **4** | Light, relevant utilities are used; could trim a few redundant classes. | ### Suggested improvement **Use `<h3>` for section headings instead of `<h2>`** to reflect proper heading hierarchy within a single article. *Updated snippet (only the changed portion):* ```html <section class="mt-6"> <h3 class="text-lg font-semibold mb-2">Why Accessibility Matters</h3> <p>Accessibility ensures that your content is usable by all people, including those with disabilities...</p> </section> ```
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```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<title>My Simple Blog</title>
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<!-- Tailwind CDN for quick utility classes -->
<script src="https://cdn.tailwindcss.com"></script>
</head>
<body class="bg-gray-50 text-gray-900 font-sans">
<header class="bg-white shadow">
<div class="max-w-2xl mx-auto px-4 py-6 flex justify-between items-center">
<h1 class="text-2xl font-bold">My Simple Blog</h1>
<nav aria-label="Main">
<ul class="flex space-x-4">
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">About</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</div>
</header>
<main class="max-w-2xl mx-auto px-4 py-8">
<article>
<header class="mb-6">
<h2 class="text-xl font-semibold mb-2">The Joy of Semantic HTML5</h2>
<div class="flex items-center text-sm text-gray-600 space-x-3">
<span>By <span class="font-medium">Jane Doe</span></span>
<span aria-hidden="true">·</span>
<time datetime="2024-06-22">June 22, 2024</time>
</div>
</header>
<figure class="mb-6">
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1465101046530-73398c7f28ca?auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&q=80"
alt="A laptop showing code on a desk with sunlight" class="w-full rounded-lg shadow" />
<figcaption class="mt-2 text-center text-sm text-gray-500">Coding in comfort with semantic HTML.</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-5">
<h3 class="text-lg font-bold mb-2">Why Use Semantic Tags?</h3>
<p class="mb-2">Semantic HTML5 elements make web pages easier to read and maintain by giving meaning to structure. They help assistive technologies understand page content, resulting in better accessibility for everyone.</p>
</section>
<section>
<h3 class="text-lg font-bold mb-2">Best Practices</h3>
<ul class="list-disc pl-5">
<li>Use <code><header></code>, <code><nav></code>, <code><main></code>, <code><article></code>, and <code><footer></code> for layout.</li>
<li>Include meaningful <code>alt</code> text for images.</li>
<li>Use <code><time></code> for dates.</li>
<li>Organize content with <code><section></code> and proper headings.</li>
</ul>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<footer class="bg-white mt-8 py-4 text-center text-gray-600 text-sm shadow-inner">
© 2024 My Simple Blog. All rights reserved.
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
---
### Evaluation
- **Semantic correctness:** 5/5
- Proper usage of all relevant semantic elements.
- **Accessibility (alt text, roles, ARIA if needed):** 4/5
- Good alt text, appropriate landmark elements. The nav uses aria-label but lacks `<a>` link destinations.
- **Structure/readability:** 5/5
- Content is well-organized and easy to follow. Good use of headings and spacing.
- **Appropriate Tailwind usage:** 5/5
- Minimal, utility-first Tailwind classes for spacing, colors, and sizing; not overused.
#### Suggestion to Improve Semantics/Accessibility
**Suggestion:**
Explicitly identify the `<main>` landmark for assistive technology users by adding `role="main"` to further ensure cross-browser and assistive tech interoperability.
**Corrected snippet:**
```html
<main role="main" class="max-w-2xl mx-auto px-4 py-8">
```
Replace the original `<main>` tag with the snippet above.Drag to resize
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>Blog Post</title>
</head>
<body>
<header>
<h1>My Blog</h1>
<nav>
<a href="#home">Home</a>
<a href="#about">About</a>
<a href="#contact">Contact</a>
</nav>
</header>
<main>
<article>
<h2>Article Title</h2>
<p>Author: John Doe</p>
<p>Date: January 1, 2024</p>
<figure>
<img src="image.jpg" alt="Descriptive caption" style="width: 100%; height: auto;">
<figcaption>Caption for the image</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>This is the first paragraph of the article.</p>
<p>This is the second paragraph.</p>
</article>
</main>
<footer>
<p>© 2024 My Blog. All rights reserved.</p>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
## Evaluation
- **Semantic correctness**: The use of semantic HTML5 elements is generally good, but the `<main>` tag should contain only one article, not the entire content. The `figure` and `figcaption` tags are used correctly for the image and its caption.
- **Accessibility**: The document lacks a `lang` attribute on the `<html>` tag, which is important for screen readers and other assistive technologies to identify the language of the page. Additionally, the navigation links could benefit from `aria-current` attributes to indicate the current page.
- **Structure and readability**: The structure is clear and follows a logical hierarchy. However, the use of header tags could be improved by ensuring that `<h1>` to `<h6>` are used in a hierarchical manner, with `<h1>` being the highest level and subsequent headings following in order.
- **Tailwind CSS utility classes**: The document does not include any Tailwind CSS classes, which might be intentional if no styling is needed. However, if styling is required, utility classes such as `.text-center` or `.mb-4` could enhance the layout.
## Suggested improvements:
1. **Add language attribute to the HTML tag**: This helps screen readers and search engines understand the content language.
2. **Use appropriate heading levels**: Ensure that headings are used in a hierarchical order, starting with the highest level (`<h1>`) and descending as needed.
3. **Include alt text for images**: While not shown in this example, ensure that images have descriptive alt text for accessibility.
Here is the corrected HTML with these improvements:
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>My Blog</title>
</head>
<body>
<header>
<h1>My Blog</h1>
<nav>
<ul>
<li><a href="#home">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#about">About</a></li>
<li><a href="#contact">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</header>
<main>
<article>
<h2>Article Title</h2>
<p>Article content goes here.</p>
</article>
</main>
<footer>
<p>© 2024 My Blog</p>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
**Evaluation:**
- **Semantic correctness**: The corrected HTML uses proper heading structure and follows HTML5 semantic elements.
- **Accessibility**: The lang attribute is added to the html tag, and the navigation is structured with ul and li elements for better accessibility.
- **Readability**: The content is structured with appropriate headings and paragraphs, improving readability.
- **Tailwind CSS**: While not directly using Tailwind CSS classes, the structure is clean and can be easily styled with CSS utility classes.
**Final HTML:**
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>My Blog</title>
</head>
<body>
<header>
<h1>My Blog</h1>
<nav>
<ul>
<li><a href="#home">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#about">About</a></li>
<li><a href="#contact">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</header>
<main>
<article>
<h2>Article Title</h2>
<p>Article content goes here.</p>
</article>
</main>
<footer>
<p>© 2024 My Blog</p>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
Note: The above evaluation and HTML code adhere to the best practices for web accessibility, semantic structure, and modern HTML standards. The changes ensure proper document outline, accessibility features, and structured content for better user experience and search engine optimization.<|END_RESPONSE|>Drag to resize
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8" />
<title>Blog Post</title>
<script src="https://cdn.tailwindcss.com"></script>
</head>
<body class="font-sans text-gray-900">
<header class="bg-white py-4 mb-6">
<div class="container mx-auto px-4">
<h1 class="text-2xl font-bold">
<a href="/" aria-label="Home">Site Title</a>
</h1>
<nav aria-label="Main navigation" class="mt-2">
<ul class="flex gap-4">
<li><a href="/" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="/blog" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">Blog</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</div>
</header>
<main class="mb-12">
<article class="container mx-auto px-4">
<header class="mb-6">
<h2 class="text-3xl font-bold mb-2">Blog Post Title</h2>
<p class="text-gray-600">
By <span class="font-semibold">Author Name</span> on
<time datetime="2024-03-20" class="italic">March 20, 2024</time>
</p>
</header>
<figure class="mb-6">
<img src="https://via.placeholder.com/800x400" alt="Descriptive image description" class="w-full max-w-full h-auto rounded" />
<figcaption class="text-center text-sm text-gray-500 mt-2">
Image caption explaining this visual content
</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-6">
<h3 class="text-xl font-semibold mb-2">First Section</h3>
<p class="mb-4">Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua.</p>
</section>
<section class="mb-6">
<h3 class="text-xl font-semibold mb-2">Second Section</h3>
<p>Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat.</p>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<footer class="bg-gray-100 py-6">
<div class="container mx-auto px-4 text-center text-sm text-gray-600">
<p>© 2024 Site Title. All rights reserved.</p>
</div>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
### Evaluation
- **Semantic correctness** (5/5): Uses appropriate tags (header/nav/main/article/section/footer) with logical hierarchy. `figure`/`figcaption` pair and `time` element are correctly implemented.
- **Accessibility** (5/5): Includes `aria-label` for navigation, semantic time formatting, and descriptive alt text. Clear text hierarchy for screen readers.
- **Structure/readability** (5/5): Clean hierarchy with consistent indentation. Limited, purposeful class usage maintains readability.
- **Tailwind usage** (5/5): Strategic use of spacing (`mb-6`, `mt-2`), typography (`text-xl`, `font-bold`), and utility classes (`w-full`, `hover:underline`) without resorting to arbitrary values.
### Improvement Suggestion
Add `alt` text context and hyperlink to the site title for better navigation semantics/accessibility:
**Before (partial):**
```html
<h1 class="text-2xl font-bold">Site Title</h1>
```
**After (improved):**
```html
<h1 class="text-2xl font-bold">
<a href="/" class="text-gray-900 no-underline" aria-label="Home">Site Title</a>
</h1>
```
**Why:**
Linking the site title to the homepage is a common accessibility pattern. Screen readers will announce it as a link, providing additional context and navigation options. The `aria-label="Home"` ensures screen readers announce its purpose clearly.Drag to resize
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="utf-8" />
<title>Examining Web Components: A Deep Dive</title>
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1" />
<script src="https://cdn.tailwindcss.com"></script>
</head>
<body class="bg-slate-50 text-slate-800 leading-relaxed">
<header class="border-b border-slate-200 bg-white">
<div class="max-w-3xl mx-auto px-4 py-6">
<h1 class="text-2xl font-bold">Modern Blog</h1>
<nav aria-label="Main" class="mt-2">
<ul class="flex gap-x-4">
<li><a href="#articles" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">Articles</a></li>
<li><a href="#about" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">About</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</div>
</header>
<main class="max-w-3xl mx-auto px-4 py-8">
<article>
<header class="mb-6">
<h2 class="text-3xl font-bold mb-2">Examining Web Components: A Deep Dive</h2>
<p class="text-sm text-slate-600">
By <address class="inline not-italic font-medium">Maya Patel</address> on
<time datetime="2024-05-27">May 27, 2024</time>
</p>
</header>
<figure class="mb-6">
<img
src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1507721999472-8ed4421c4af9?auto=format&q=80&w=840"
alt="A close-up of neatly organized HTML and CSS code on a dark-themed editor"
class="w-full h-auto rounded"
>
<figcaption class="mt-2 text-sm text-slate-600">
Clean code is easier to read and maintain.
</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-4">
<h3 class="text-xl font-semibold mb-2">What Are Web Components?</h3>
<p>Web Components provide encapsulation through custom elements, Shadow DOM, and HTML templates, enabling reusable UI building blocks.</p>
</section>
<section class="mb-8">
<h3 class="text-xl font-semibold mb-2">Best Practices</h3>
<p>Use semantic element names, implement progressive enhancement, and always supply meaningful <code>alt</code> attributes for images.</p>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<footer class="border-t border-slate-200 bg-white">
<div class="max-w-3xl mx-auto px-4 py-6 text-sm text-slate-600">
© 2024 Modern Blog. All rights reserved.
</div>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
Evaluation
• Semantic correctness: 4/5 — Uses comprehensive semantic tags correctly (`header`, `nav`, `main`, `article`, `section`, `figure`, `footer`, `time`).
• Accessibility: 4/5 — Decorative SVGs avoided, alt text provided, no `tabindex` misuse, yet nav could use `aria-current`.
• Structure/readability: 5/5 — Clean DOM order, clear component boundaries, well-structured heading hierarchy (h1→h2→h3).
• Tailwind usage: 5/5 — Stays light, layout-only; no custom overrides or inline styles impairing assistive features.
Concrete suggestion & corrected snippet
Use `aria-current="page"` on the currently active navigation link to improve screen-reader context.
```html
<!-- only the <nav> portion changed -->
<nav aria-label="Main" class="mt-2">
<ul class="flex gap-x-4">
<li><a href="#articles" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline" aria-current="page">Articles</a></li>
<li><a href="#about" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">About</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
```Drag to resize
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>Blog Post</title>
<link href="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/tailwindcss@2.2.19/dist/tailwind.min.css" rel="stylesheet">
</head>
<body class="container mx-auto px-4">
<header class="mb-8">
<h1 class="text-3xl font-bold">My Wonderful Blog</h1>
<nav>
<ul class="flex space-x-4">
<li><a href="#home" class="text-blue-500 hover:underline">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#about" class="text-blue-500 hover:underline">About</a></li>
<li><a href="#contact" class="text-blue-500 hover:underline">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</header>
<main class="max-w-3xl mx-auto">
<article class="mb-8">
<header>
<h2 class="text-2xl font-bold mb-2">Blog Post Title</h2>
<div class="text-gray-600 mb-4">
<span class="text-sm">By <span class="font-semibold">Author Name</span></span>
<time datetime="2023-10-01" class="text-sm ml-2">October 1, 2023</time>
</div>
</header>
<figure class="mb-4">
<img src="image.jpg" alt="A descriptive alt text for the image" class="w-full h-auto">
<figcaption class="text-center text-gray-600 text-sm">Image caption goes here</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-4">
<h3 class="text-xl font-semibold">First Section</h3>
<p class="text-gray-700">Content for the first section goes here.</p>
</section>
<section class="mb-4">
<h3 class="text-xl font-semibold">Second Section</h3>
<p class="text-gray-700">Content for the second section goes here.</p>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<footer class="mt-8 text-center text-gray-600">
<p>© 2023 My Wonderful Blog. All rights reserved.</p>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
### Evaluation
- **Semantic Correctness: 5/5**
- The HTML structure utilizes semantic tags appropriately, such as `<header>`, `<nav>`, `<main>`, `<article>`, `<section>`, `<figure>`, `<figcaption>`, and `<footer>`.
- **Accessibility: 4/5**
- Alt text is provided for the image, and the `datetime` attribute is used for the `<time>` element, improving accessibility. However, there are no ARIA roles specified because they are not necessary in this simple context.
- **Structure/Readability: 5/5**
- The HTML structure is clear and well-organized, with a logical flow from header to main content to footer. TailwindCSS classes are used effectively to enhance readability.
- **Appropriate Tailwind Usage: 5/5**
- TailwindCSS utility classes are applied sparingly and effectively to control layout and readability, ensuring the page is clean and functional.
### Suggestion for Improvement
Add a `role` attribute to the `nav` element for better accessibility.
```html
<nav role="navigation">
<ul class="flex space-x-4">
<li><a href="#home" class="text-blue-500 hover:underline">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#about" class="text-blue-500 hover:underline">About</a></li>
<li><a href="#contact" class="text-blue-500 hover:underline">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
```
This addition of the `role="navigation"` attribute helps screen readers and other assistive technologies identify the navigation area more clearly.Drag to resize
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>Simple Blog Post</title>
<script src="https://cdn.tailwindcss.com"></script>
</head>
<body class="bg-gray-100 text-gray-800">
<header class="bg-white shadow-md py-4">
<div class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4">
<h1 class="text-3xl font-bold">My Blog</h1>
<nav>
<ul class="flex space-x-4 mt-2">
<li><a href="#" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">About</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</div>
</header>
<main class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4 py-8">
<article>
<h2 class="text-2xl font-semibold mb-2">The Joy of Coding</h2>
<p class="text-sm text-gray-600 mb-4">
By Jane Doe | <time datetime="2023-10-01">October 1, 2023</time>
</p>
<figure class="mb-6">
<img src="https://via.placeholder.com/800x400" alt="A person coding on a laptop in a cozy cafe" class="w-full rounded-lg">
<figcaption class="text-center text-sm text-gray-500 mt-2">Coding in a cafe setting</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-6">
<h3 class="text-xl font-medium mb-2">Introduction to Programming</h3>
<p class="text-base leading-relaxed">Programming is an art form that allows us to create digital wonders. From simple scripts to complex applications, the possibilities are endless.</p>
</section>
<section>
<h3 class="text-xl font-medium mb-2">Why I Love It</h3>
<p class="text-base leading-relaxed">The thrill of solving problems and seeing your code come to life is unmatched. It's a blend of logic, creativity, and persistence.</p>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<footer class="bg-white shadow-md py-4 mt-8">
<div class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4 text-center text-sm text-gray-600">
© 2023 My Blog. All rights reserved.
</div>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
### Evaluation
- **Semantic correctness (5/5)**: The HTML uses appropriate semantic tags like `header`, `nav`, `main`, `article`, `section`, `figure`, `figcaption`, and `time` to structure the content logically, enhancing meaning without unnecessary elements.
- **Accessibility (4/5)**: Alt text is provided for the image, and semantic tags improve screen reader navigation; however, the navigation lacks ARIA roles for better landmark identification, and links could benefit from explicit focus styles.
- **Structure/readability (5/5)**: The layout is clean and hierarchical with proper headings, paragraphs, and spacing via Tailwind classes, making it easy to scan and read on various devices.
- **Appropriate Tailwind usage (4/5)**: Utility classes are used sparingly for layout (e.g., `max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4 py-8`) and typography, keeping it light and focused on readability without over-customization.
### Improvement Suggestion
To enhance accessibility, add an ARIA role to the `nav` element (e.g., `role="navigation"`) and a descriptive `aria-label` for clarity in screen readers, as the navigation might not be immediately obvious in a simple header. This ensures better landmark navigation.
Corrected HTML snippet (only the changed portion):
```html
<nav role="navigation" aria-label="Main navigation">
<ul class="flex space-x-4 mt-2">
<li><a href="#" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">About</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="text-blue-600 hover:underline">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
```Drag to resize
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>Simple Blog | Post Title</title>
</head>
<body class="max-w-3xl mx-auto p-4 md:p-6">
<header class="mb-8">
<h1 class="text-3xl font-bold mb-2">Simple Blog</h1>
<nav aria-label="Main navigation" class="flex gap-4">
<a href="/" class="text-blue-600">Home</a>
<a href="/about" class="text-blue-600">About</a>
<a href="/contact" class="text-blue-600">Contact</a>
</nav>
</header>
<main>
<article class="mb-12">
<h2 class="text-2xl font-bold mb-2">The Art of Semantic HTML</h2>
<div class="text-sm text-gray-600 mb-4">
<span class="font-medium">By Jane Doe</span>
<span> • </span>
<time datetime="2023-05-15">May 15, 2023</time>
</div>
<figure class="mb-6">
<img src="html-code.jpg" alt="HTML code on a computer screen" class="w-full rounded-lg">
<figcaption class="text-sm text-gray-500 mt-1">Example of clean HTML markup</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-6">
<h3 class="text-xl font-semibold mb-2">Why Semantics Matter</h3>
<p class="mb-4">Semantic HTML provides meaning to web content, making it more accessible to assistive technologies and search engines...</p>
</section>
<section>
<h3 class="text-xl font-semibold mb-2">Practical Examples</h3>
<p>Elements like <article>, <section>, and <time> provide context about your content's structure...</p>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<footer class="text-sm text-gray-500 border-t pt-4">
<p>© 2023 Simple Blog. All rights reserved.</p>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
**Evaluation (4.5/5):**
- ✅ **Semantic correctness:** 5/5 - Excellent use of HTML5 semantic elements
- ✅ **Accessibility:** 4/5 - Good alt text and nav ARIA, but could improve landmark roles
- ✅ **Structure/readability:** 5/5 - Clear hierarchy and logical content flow
- ✅ **Tailwind usage:** 4/5 - Appropriate utility classes, but some spacing could be refined
**Improvement Suggestion:**
Add landmark roles to help screen readers navigate. The `<main>` element could explicitly declare its role.
```html
<main role="main" class="mb-12">
<article>
<!-- Article content remains the same -->
</article>
</main>
```Drag to resize
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1">
<title>My Blog – The Art of Semantic HTML</title>
<script src="https://cdn.tailwindcss.com"></script>
</head>
<body class="bg-white text-gray-800 leading-relaxed">
<header class="bg-gray-100">
<div class="container mx-auto flex items-center justify-between p-4">
<h1 class="text-2xl font-bold">My Blog</h1>
<nav aria-label="Primary navigation">
<ul class="flex space-x-4">
<li><a href="#" class="text-gray-700 hover:text-gray-900">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="text-gray-700 hover:text-gray-900">About</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="text-gray-700 hover:text-gray-900">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</div>
</header>
<main id="main-content" class="container mx-auto px-4 py-8 max-w-3xl">
<article class="prose lg:prose-xl mx-auto">
<header class="mb-6">
<h2 class="text-3xl font-bold mb-2">The Art of Semantic HTML</h2>
<p class="text-sm text-gray-600">
By <span class="font-semibold">Jane Doe</span>
<time datetime="2025-09-07">September 7, 2025</time>
</p>
</header>
<figure class="mb-6">
<img src="path/to/image.jpg" alt="Person coding at a laptop" class="w-full rounded">
<figcaption class="text-sm text-gray-500 mt-2">Coding a clean, accessible web page.</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-6">
<h3 class="text-2xl font-semibold mb-2">Why Semantics Matter</h3>
<p>Semantic HTML helps browsers and assistive technologies understand page structure, improving both SEO and accessible experiences.</p>
</section>
<section>
<h3 class="text-2xl font-semibold mb-2">Best Practices</h3>
<p>Use elements according to their purpose—headings for titles, lists for lists, etc.—to create a predictable, maintainable codebase.</p>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<footer class="bg-gray-100 text-center text-sm text-gray-600 p-4">
<p>© 2025 My Blog. All rights reserved.</p>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
Evaluation:
- Semantic correctness: 5/5 – Proper use of HTML5 structural elements.
- Accessibility: 4/5 – Good alt text and landmarks; could add a skip-link.
- Structure/readability: 5/5 – Clear, well-organized markup and prose classes.
- Tailwind usage: 5/5 – Light, utility-first classes for spacing and typography.
Suggestion: Add a “Skip to main content” link for keyboard users at the top.
Corrected snippet (change in `<body>` start):
<body class="bg-white text-gray-800 leading-relaxed">
<a href="#main-content" class="sr-only focus:not-sr-only focus:absolute focus:top-4 focus:left-4 bg-blue-600 text-white px-2 py-1 rounded">
Skip to main content
</a>
...rest of the page...
</body>Drag to resize
### Simple Blog Post HTML
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>Blog Post</title>
<script src="https://cdn.tailwindcss.com"></script>
</head>
<body class="max-w-3xl mx-auto p-4 md:p-6 lg:p-8">
<header class="mb-8">
<h1 class="text-3xl font-bold mb-4">My Blog</h1>
<nav class="flex gap-4">
<a href="#" class="hover:underline">Home</a>
<a href="#" class="hover:underline">About</a>
<a href="#" class="hover:underline">Contact</a>
</nav>
</header>
<main>
<article>
<h2 class="text-2xl font-bold mb-2">A Simple Blog Post</h2>
<p class="text-sm text-gray-600 mb-4">By <span>John Doe</span> on <time datetime="2023-04-01">April 1, 2023</time></p>
<figure class="mb-4">
<img src="https://picsum.photos/600/300" alt="A serene landscape with mountains and a lake." class="w-full h-auto mb-2">
<figcaption class="text-sm text-gray-600">A serene landscape.</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-4">
<h3 class="text-lg font-bold mb-2">Introduction</h3>
<p class="mb-2">This is the introduction to the blog post. It's a great place to summarize the content.</p>
</section>
<section>
<h3 class="text-lg font-bold mb-2">Conclusion</h3>
<p class="mb-2">This is the conclusion of the blog post. It's a great place to summarize the key points.</p>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<footer class="mt-8 text-sm text-gray-600">
<p>© 2023 My Blog</p>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
### Evaluation
- **Semantic Correctness: 4/5** - The HTML uses semantic tags correctly, but could be improved by adding more context to some elements.
- **Accessibility: 4/5** - The image has alt text, but some elements could benefit from additional ARIA attributes for enhanced accessibility.
- **Structure/Readability: 5/5** - The HTML is well-structured and easy to read, thanks to the use of semantic tags and a clear hierarchy.
- **Appropriate Tailwind Usage: 5/5** - TailwindCSS utility classes are used appropriately for layout and readability.
### Suggestion for Improvement
To improve the accessibility of the author's name, we can wrap it in an `<address>` element to indicate that it's contact information for the author.
```html
<p class="text-sm text-gray-600 mb-4">By <span rel="author"><address>John Doe</address></span> on <time datetime="2023-04-01">April 1, 2023</time></p>
```
However, using `<address>` directly might not be the best choice here as it's typically used for contact information related to the nearest `<article>` or `<body>` element. A more suitable approach is to use a simple `<span>` and provide additional context through a `rel` attribute on a wrapping element or use schema.org microdata. The simplest correction is to add a more descriptive label for screen readers:
```html
<p class="text-sm text-gray-600 mb-4">By <span class="sr-only">Author: </span><span>John Doe</span> on <time datetime="2023-04-01">April 1, 2023</time></p>
```
This way, screen readers will announce "Author: John Doe", providing more context.Drag to resize
# Simple Blog Post with Semantic HTML and TailwindCSS
Here's a semantic HTML5 blog post with accessibility features and TailwindCSS for styling:
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>Nature Journal | The Redwoods Experience</title>
<script src="https://cdn.tailwindcss.com"></script>
<script>
tailwind.config = {
theme: {
extend: {
colors: {
forest: {
100: '#e6f2e7',
500: '#2e7d32',
900: '#1b5e20',
}
}
}
}
}
</script>
</head>
<body class="bg-forest-100 min-h-screen flex flex-col">
<!-- Header Section -->
<header class="bg-forest-900 text-white">
<div class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4 py-6">
<h1 class="text-3xl font-bold">Nature Journal</h1>
<nav aria-label="Main navigation" class="mt-4">
<ul class="flex space-x-6">
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline" aria-current="page">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">Articles</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">Gallery</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">About</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</div>
</header>
<!-- Main Content Section -->
<main class="grow max-w-4xl w-full mx-auto px-4 py-8">
<article class="bg-white rounded-lg shadow-md overflow-hidden">
<!-- Article Header -->
<header class="border-b border-forest-100 p-6">
<h2 class="text-4xl font-bold mb-4 text-forest-900">Exploring the Ancient Redwood Forests</h2>
<div class="flex flex-wrap items-center text-gray-600">
<address class="not-italic font-semibold">By <a class="text-forest-500 hover:underline" href="/authors/alex-johnson" rel="author">Alex Johnson</a></address>
<span class="mx-2">•</span>
<time datetime="2023-05-15T08:30:00" class="font-medium">May 15, 2023</time>
</div>
</header>
<!-- Featured Image -->
<figure class="mt-6 mx-auto max-w-3xl px-4">
<img src="data:image/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg' width='800' height='450' viewBox='0 0 800 450'%3E%3Crect width='800' height='450' fill='%234a644b'/%3E%3Cpath d='M150,300 L250,150 L350,270 L450,120 L550,230 L650,170 L700,300 L650,430 L150,300Z' fill='%232e7d32'/%3E%3Ccircle cx='400' cy='80' r='50' fill='%23fbbf24'/%3E%3C/svg%3E"
alt="Tall redwood trees towering into the sky with sunbeams filtering through the canopy"
class="w-full h-auto rounded-lg shadow-lg">
<figcaption class="mt-2 text-sm text-gray-600 italic text-center">
Majestic redwoods in Humboldt Redwoods State Park, California. Photo credit: US National Parks Service
</figcaption>
</figure>
<!-- Article Content Sections -->
<section aria-labelledby="section1" class="p-6">
<h3 id="section1" class="text-2xl font-bold mb-4 text-forest-900">The Magic of the Giants</h3>
<p class="mb-4 leading-relaxed text-lg">
Walking among the ancient redwoods of Northern California is a humbling experience. These towering Sequoia sempervirens trees have stood for millennia, some more than 2,000 years old. Their immense scale dwarfs human timelines, offering a profound perspective on the passage of time.
</p>
<p class="mb-4 leading-relaxed text-lg">
The forest canopy creates a unique ecosystem. High above the forest floor, entire communities thrive in the treetops. Ferns, mosses, and other plants form "canopy soil" that sustains birds, insects, and even amphibians who may never touch the ground during their lifetimes.
</p>
</section>
<section aria-labelledby="section2" class="p-6">
<h3 id="section2" class="text-2xl font-bold mb-4 text-forest-900">Conservation Challenges</h3>
<p class="mb-4 leading-relaxed text-lg">
Despite their longevity, redwoods face modern threats. Only 5% of the old-growth coast redwood forest remains after industrialization. Climate change brings prolonged droughts and hotter summers, stressing these moisture-dependent trees and increasing fire risks.
</p>
<p class="mb-4 leading-relaxed text-lg">
Reforestation efforts provide hope. Organizations like Save the Redwoods League have protected over 200,000 acres and planted more than 2.5 million new trees. Protected areas form crucial wildlife corridors that maintain biodiversity throughout the region.
</p>
</section>
<!-- Last Updated Info -->
<footer class="border-t border-forest-100 p-6 bg-gray-50 text-sm text-gray-500">
<p>Article last updated: <time datetime="2023-05-18">May 18, 2023</time></p>
</footer>
</article>
</main>
<!-- Page Footer -->
<footer class="bg-forest-900 text-white py-8">
<div class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4">
<h2 class="sr-only">Footer</h2>
<div class="grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-3 gap-6">
<section aria-labelledby="footer-sitemap">
<h3 id="footer-sitemap" class="font-semibold text-xl mb-4">Explore</h3>
<nav aria-label="Footer navigation">
<ul class="space-y-2">
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">All Articles</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">Photography</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">Conservation Resources</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</section>
<section aria-labelledby="footer-about">
<h3 id="footer-about" class="font-semibold text-xl mb-4">About Us</h3>
<p class="text-forest-200">
Nature Journal provides thoughtful articles about Earth's natural wonders and conservation efforts worldwide.
</p>
</section>
<section aria-labelledby="footer-connect">
<h3 id="footer-connect" class="font-semibold text-xl mb-4">Connect</h3>
<address class="not-italic mt-2">
<a href="mailto:contact@naturejournal.com" class="hover:underline block">contact@naturejournal.com</a>
<a href="tel:+18005551234" class="hover:underline block">(800) 555-1234</a>
</address>
</section>
</div>
<div class="mt-8 pt-6 border-t border-forest-700 text-center">
<p class="text-forest-300">© 2023 Nature Journal. All rights reserved.</p>
</div>
</div>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
## Accessibility & Effectiveness Evaluation
**Semantic Correctness: 4/5**
- Correct semantic tags used throughout (article, section, header, nav)
- Could add role="contentinfo" to the main footer
**Accessibility: 4/5**
- Proper alt text on all meaningful images
- ARIA labels where needed (navigation, section landmarks)
- Good screen reader headings structure
- Minor improvement: Link focus states could be more visible
**Structure/Readability: 5/5**
- Clear visual hierarchy through Tailwind spacing and typography
- Logical content flow with consistent padding/margins
- Responsive design for different viewports
**Tailwind Usage: 5/5**
- Effective use for spacing (padding, margins, flex gaps)
- Typography enhancements (font sizes, line heights)
- Semantic color naming and usage
- Responsive utilities for grid systems
## Accessibility Improvement Suggestion
**Problem:** The skip-to-content link is missing for keyboard and screen reader users to bypass navigation.
**Solution:** Add a "Skip to Content" link as the first element:
```html
<body class="bg-forest-100 min-h-screen flex flex-col">
<!-- Skip to Content Link -->
<a href="#main-content" class="sr-only focus:not-sr-only focus:block focus:bg-white focus:py-2 focus:px-4 focus:fixed focus:top-2 focus:left-2 focus:text-forest-900 focus:font-bold focus:rounded focus:shadow-lg focus:z-50 focus:underline">
Skip to main content
</a>
<!-- Rest of code -->
<main id="main-content" tabindex="-1" class="grow max-w-4xl w-full mx-auto px-4 py-8">
<!-- content -->
</main>
</body>
```
This addition creates a hidden link that becomes visible when focused, allowing keyboard users to jump directly to the main content without navigating through all the header navigation. This addresses a core accessibility requirement for keyboard navigation.Drag to resize
**Semantic HTML5 Page for a Simple Blog Post**
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>Blog Post</title>
</head>
<body class="max-w-prose mx-auto p-4">
<header class="mb-8">
<h1 class="text-3xl font-bold">Site Title</h1>
<nav>
<ul class="flex gap-4 text-lg">
<li><a href="#" class="hover:text-blue-500">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:text-blue-500">About</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</header>
<main>
<article class="mb-12">
<h2 class="text-2xl font-bold">Article Title</h2>
<p class="text-lg text-gray-600">By <span>John Doe</span> on <time datetime="2022-07-25" class="text-gray-600">July 25, 2022</time></p>
<figure class="my-4">
<img src="image.jpg" alt="An image related to the article" class="w-full h-auto">
<figcaption class="text-sm text-gray-600">Image caption</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-4">
<h3 class="text-xl font-bold">Section 1</h3>
<p>Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed sit amet nulla auctor, vestibulum magna sed, convallis ex.</p>
</section>
<section class="mb-4">
<h3 class="text-xl font-bold">Section 2</h3>
<p>Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed sit amet nulla auctor, vestibulum magna sed, convallis ex.</p>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<footer class="text-center text-gray-600 py-4">
<p>© 2022 Site Title</p>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
**Evaluation:**
* Semantic correctness: 5/5 (correct use of semantic tags)
* Accessibility: 4/5 (missing `role` attribute for `nav`, but `alt` text is present)
* Structure/readability: 5/5 (clear structure, easy to read)
* Appropriate Tailwind usage: 4/5 (light usage, but some classes could be more specific)
**Suggestion for improvement:**
To improve accessibility, add a `role` attribute to the `nav` element:
```html
<nav role="navigation">
<!-- ... -->
</nav>
```
This provides a clear indication to screen readers that the element is a navigation landmark.Drag to resize
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="UTF-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
<title>The Future of Web Development - TechBlog</title>
<script src="https://cdn.tailwindcss.com"></script>
</head>
<body class="bg-gray-50 text-gray-900 leading-relaxed">
<header class="bg-white shadow-sm border-b">
<div class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4 py-6">
<h1 class="text-2xl font-bold text-blue-600 mb-4">TechBlog</h1>
<nav>
<ul class="flex space-x-6 text-sm">
<li><a href="/" class="hover:text-blue-600">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="/about" class="hover:text-blue-600">About</a></li>
<li><a href="/articles" class="hover:text-blue-600">Articles</a></li>
<li><a href="/contact" class="hover:text-blue-600">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</div>
</header>
<main class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4 py-8">
<article class="bg-white rounded-lg shadow-sm p-8">
<header class="mb-6">
<h1 class="text-3xl font-bold mb-4">The Future of Web Development: Trends to Watch in 2024</h1>
<div class="text-sm text-gray-600 mb-4">
<span>By <strong>Sarah Johnson</strong></span>
<time datetime="2024-01-15" class="ml-4">January 15, 2024</time>
</div>
</header>
<figure class="mb-8">
<img src="https://via.placeholder.com/800x400/4f46e5/ffffff?text=Web+Development+Trends"
alt="Modern web development workspace showing code on multiple monitors"
class="w-full h-64 object-cover rounded-lg">
<figcaption class="text-sm text-gray-600 mt-2 text-center">
Modern development tools are shaping the future of web technology
</figcaption>
</figure>
<section class="mb-8">
<h2 class="text-xl font-semibold mb-4">The Rise of AI-Powered Development</h2>
<p class="mb-4">
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing how we approach web development. From code generation
tools to automated testing frameworks, AI is becoming an indispensable part of the developer's toolkit.
This transformation is not just about efficiency—it's about enabling developers to focus on creative
problem-solving rather than repetitive tasks.
</p>
<p>
Machine learning algorithms are now capable of analyzing user behavior patterns to suggest
optimizations, predict performance bottlenecks, and even generate responsive design layouts
that adapt to user preferences in real-time.
</p>
</section>
<section class="mb-8">
<h2 class="text-xl font-semibold mb-4">Performance and Sustainability</h2>
<p class="mb-4">
As environmental consciousness grows, web developers are increasingly focused on creating
sustainable, energy-efficient websites. This means optimizing for performance not just for
user experience, but for reduced carbon footprint through efficient resource usage.
</p>
<p>
Core Web Vitals continue to be crucial ranking factors, pushing developers to adopt new
technologies like edge computing, advanced caching strategies, and progressive loading
techniques that minimize environmental impact while maximizing user satisfaction.
</p>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<footer class="bg-gray-800 text-gray-300 mt-12">
<div class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4 py-6 text-center">
<p>© 2024 TechBlog. All rights reserved.</p>
<p class="text-sm mt-2">Sharing insights on modern web development</p>
</div>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
## Evaluation:
• **Semantic correctness (5/5)**: Excellent use of HTML5 semantic elements with proper nesting hierarchy and meaningful structure
• **Accessibility (4/5)**: Good alt text, proper heading structure, and semantic markup, but missing skip navigation for keyboard users
• **Structure/readability (5/5)**: Clean, logical document flow with clear content hierarchy and well-organized sections
• **Appropriate Tailwind usage (5/5)**: Minimal, purposeful utility classes focused on layout and typography without over-styling
## Improvement Suggestion:
Add a "skip to main content" link for better keyboard navigation accessibility.
**Corrected HTML snippet:**
```html
<body class="bg-gray-50 text-gray-900 leading-relaxed">
<a href="#main-content" class="sr-only focus:not-sr-only focus:absolute focus:top-4 focus:left-4 bg-blue-600 text-white px-4 py-2 rounded">
Skip to main content
</a>
<header class="bg-white shadow-sm border-b">
<!-- existing header content -->
</header>
<main id="main-content" class="max-w-4xl mx-auto px-4 py-8">
<!-- existing main content -->
</main>
```Drag to resize
**HTML5 page (Tailwind‑utility‑only, no external CSS)**
```html
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
<meta charset="utf-8">
<meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1">
<title>Simple Blog – “Morning Walk”</title>
<!-- TailwindCSS CDN (for the purpose of this example only) -->
<script src="https://cdn.tailwindcss.com"></script>
</head>
<body class="bg-gray-50 text-gray-900 antialiased">
<!-- Site header -->
<header class="bg-white shadow-sm">
<div class="container mx-auto max-w-4xl flex items-center justify-between p-4">
<h1 class="text-2xl font-bold">My Travel Blog</h1>
<nav aria-label="Primary navigation">
<ul class="flex space-x-6 text-base">
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">Home</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">Posts</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">About</a></li>
<li><a href="#" class="hover:underline">Contact</a></li>
</ul>
</nav>
</div>
</header>
<!-- Main content -->
<main class="container mx-auto max-w-2xl p-4">
<article class="bg-white rounded-lg shadow-md p-6">
<!-- Article title -->
<h1 class="text-3xl font-semibold mb-2">Morning Walk in the City Park</h1>
<!-- Byline -->
<p class="text-sm text-gray-600 mb-4">
By <span class="font-medium">Alex Rivera</span>,
<time datetime="2025-08-30">August 30, 2025</time>
</p>
<!-- Featured image -->
<figure class="mb-6">
<img src="park.jpg"
alt="Sunrise over a leafy path in the city park, with joggers in the distance"
class="w-full rounded-md">
<figcaption class="text-sm text-gray-500 mt-2 text-center">
Early light filters through the trees.
</figcaption>
</figure>
<!-- First section -->
<section class="mb-6">
<h2 class="text-2xl font-medium mb-2">The Start of the Day</h2>
<p class="leading-relaxed">
I began my walk at 6 a.m., when the city was still quiet. The air was crisp, and the
park’s pathways were empty, giving me a sense of calm before the daily hustle.
</p>
</section>
<!-- Second section -->
<section class="mb-6">
<h2 class="text-2xl font-medium mb-2">Unexpected Encounters</h2>
<p class="leading-relaxed">
Halfway through, a group of early‑morning yoga practitioners set up near the fountain.
Their breathing and the soft rustle of mats added a gentle rhythm to my stroll.
</p>
</section>
</article>
</main>
<!-- Site footer -->
<footer class="bg-white border-t mt-12">
<div class="container mx-auto max-w-4xl p-4 text-center text-sm text-gray-600">
© 2025 My Travel Blog – All rights reserved.
</div>
</footer>
</body>
</html>
```
---
### Quick evaluation (1 = poor, 5 = excellent)
- **Semantic correctness:** **5** – All appropriate HTML5 landmarks (`header`, `nav`, `main`, `article`, `section`, `figure`, `figcaption`, `footer`, `time`) are used.
- **Accessibility:** **4** – Alt text, `aria-label` on navigation, and a proper `datetime` attribute are present. Could improve by adding `role="navigation"` or a skip‑link.
- **Structure / readability:** **5** – Clean indentation, logical flow, and concise class usage make the markup easy to read.
- **Tailwind usage:** **4** – Utility classes are limited to spacing, typography, and simple layout; no excessive or conflicting utilities.
**Overall score:** 4.5 / 5
---
### Suggested improvement
**Add a skip‑link** at the top of the page so keyboard users can jump directly to the main content.
**Changed portion (insert after `<body>` opening tag):**
```html
<a href="#main-content" class="sr-only focus:not-sr-only focus:absolute focus:top-4 focus:left-4 bg-white p-2 rounded shadow">
Skip to main content
</a>
```
**And update the `<main>` element to receive the matching ID:**
```html
<main id="main-content" class="container mx-auto max-w-2xl p-4">
```
This small addition greatly enhances keyboard navigation without affecting visual design.Drag to resize