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Kit Howlett
Kit Howlett
2,428 Points
Posted by Kit Howlett
Kit Howlett
2,428 Points

Should I start using Flexbox?

Should I start using Flexbox within my websites or should I just stick to traditional methods (i.e Floats, or grids). I am aware not all browsers support flexbox.

I am fairly new to front-end web development and want to get better at building good looking sites. Which is best for a beginner?

Thanks in advance

2 Answers

Jacob Mishkin
Jacob Mishkin
23,118 Points

They are all good to know. Grids are classic and will never go away. Flexbox is great for responsive sites. I would say learn the tough stuff first. Make some grids or just use them, use floats, and then use flexbox. I find learning the hard stuff first is easier and it builds a solid foundation. Nothing wrong with making a onepage site and learn flexbox while studying grids.

sarahwehinger
sarahwehinger
3,848 Points
sarahwehinger
sarahwehinger
3,848 Points

I think there is no wrong or wright where to start. In the end, if you want to get a good developer you have to know both methods. But if you want to use flexbox, there won't be problems with browser support. Only IE 8 and 9 won't support it.