Many people assume that JavaScript is essential for building anything
dynamic. But what if you challenged yourself to rely solely on HTML and
CSS? That’s exactly what I did — and I was surprised at how much is
possible.
I used creative CSS properties like `scroll-behavior`, `:target`,
`:checked`, and `@keyframes` to replicate behaviors usually reserved for
JavaScript. For example, my "Back to Top" button bounces with pure CSS
animation, and modal-like behavior can be mimicked using hidden checkbox
hacks.
I even created responsive menus, sliders, and hover effects — all
without a single line of JS. It forced me to think more deeply about the
browser’s capabilities and improved my understanding of HTML semantics
and CSS specificity.
So yes — it’s absolutely possible to build creative, accessible, and
beautiful websites without JavaScript. It’s not about limitations — it’s
about mastering your tools.