Modern CSS Techniques You Should Know

CSS has evolved significantly in recent years. Let’s explore some modern techniques that can improve your web development workflow.

CSS Grid Layout

CSS Grid is a powerful tool for creating complex layouts:

.grid-container {
  display: grid;
  grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr));
  gap: 1rem;
}

CSS Custom Properties

Variables in CSS make maintenance easier:

:root {
  --primary-color: #3b82f6;
  --secondary-color: #1d4ed8;
}

.button {
  background-color: var(--primary-color);
  color: white;
}

Container Queries

The future of responsive design:

@container (min-width: 400px) {
  .card {
    display: grid;
    grid-template-columns: 2fr 1fr;
  }
}

Best Practices

1. Use semantic class names
2. Keep specificity low
3. Embrace modern features
4. Test across browsers