Tailwind CSS: Utility-First Styling That Speeds You Up
Tailwind CSS is a utility-first framework that lets you style directly in your HTML using predefined classes. It’s fast, flexible, and increasingly popular among frontend developers.
✅ Pros:
Rapid Development: No need to write custom CSS—just use utility classes and build fast.
Consistent Design: Encourages a consistent visual language across your app.
Responsive by Default: Built-in responsive utilities make mobile-first design easy.
Customizable: Tailwind's config file lets you define your own design system.
❌ Cons:
Messy HTML: Utility classes can clutter your markup and reduce readability.
Learning Curve: Requires memorizing lots of class names and patterns.
No Separation of Concerns: Mixing styling with markup can be controversial.
Overuse Risk: Without discipline, you might end up with repetitive or bloated code.
Tailwind is amazing for prototyping and scaling design systems, but it’s not for everyone.