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Q and A

• What is the difference between structured content and semantic HTML?

Structured content is content organized in a way that is easy to retrieve, manage, and reuse. Semantic HTML uses HTML5 tags to convey the meaning of the content

• How do they work together?

Structured content when combined with semantic HTML, ensures web content is both human-readable and machine-readable, improving accessibility.

• Why is it important to have structured content and semantic HTML in your web pages?

Having structured content and semantic HTML is important because it enhances user experience, accessibility, and search engine optimization.

Inspirational Websites

Below are some webpages I find inspiring. I mostly appreciate the layout structures as well as the silliness or helpfulness of the webpages.

• Deathcult
• GTRR
• BH inc
• iRepair

Denise Jacob/ David McRaney Questions

• Denise Jacobs argues that we all have a troll-like inner critic. Of the methods she identifies to banish this troll, which would be most successful for you? Why?

The most effective method for me would be focusing on self appreciation. By being kind to myself and acknowledging my efforts, I can diminish the power of the inner critic. This approach resonates because it encourages a positive outlook on my efforts, which can be more sustainable and empowering.

• In David McRaney's article, what is "hyperbolic discounting"? List one method McRaney identifies to counteract hyperbolic discounting. Which would work best for you?

David McRaney explains "hyperbolic discounting" as the tendency to prefer smaller, immediate rewards over larger, delayed ones. One method to counteract this is commitment devices, which force you to stick to long-term goals by making the cost of not doing so more immediate. The method that would work best for me is breaking tasks into smaller, manageable steps to make the future goal feel more attainable and less overwhelming.