Understanding CSS Flexbox
CSS Flexbox is a layout module that makes it easier to design flexible and responsive layout structures without using float or positioning. It's one of the most powerful tools in modern CSS.
What is Flexbox?
Flexbox, or the Flexible Box Layout, is a one-dimensional layout method for arranging items in rows or columns. Items flex to fill additional space or shrink to fit into smaller spaces.
Key Concepts
Flex Container - The parent element where you apply display: flex. This creates a flex formatting context for its children.
Flex Items - The direct children of a flex container automatically become flex items.
Main Axis and Cross Axis - Flexbox works along two axes. The main axis is defined by flex-direction, and the cross axis runs perpendicular to it.
Common Use Cases
Flexbox is perfect for navigation menus, card layouts, centering content, and creating responsive designs. It simplifies many layout challenges that used to require complex CSS hacks.
Start experimenting with flexbox in your projects. Once you understand the basics, you'll find it becomes your go-to solution for many layout problems.
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