Quarter 4: The end

      

     In ICT 10 quarter 4, we learned about sitemaps and Microsoft Front Page. Throughout this period, I gained a deeper understanding of how to create sitemaps as well as how to develop web pages using Microsoft Front Page.

     At the onset of the course, the task of creating sitemaps seemed quite daunting. I had zero experience creating sitemaps before and navigating through the task seemed like it would be a significant challenge. But as the class progressed, I started to realize that creating sitemaps was merely a matter of breaking down complex web designs into simpler and manageable elements. We were taught how to identify the website's primary pages and subpages, and then connect the pages through links in a logical manner.

     The most challenging part of working with sitemaps was balancing simplicity and functionality. The temptation to add as many subpages as possible was strong, but it was paramount that we learned to make sitemaps that were easy to navigate for different users. Focusing on the user experience helped me refine my design and strike a balance between simplicity and functionality.

     Microsoft Front Page was also a challenging aspect of the course. It involved using HTML coding to create a web page from scratch. I had zero coding experience, but the lessons I learned in creating sitemaps came in handy. I learned to create web pages with a focus on user experience, ensuring that users can easily navigate through the website and access the information they require quickly.

     The biggest challenge in working with Microsoft Front Page was debugging errors in my code. This takes patience and persistence, which was something I had to develop while working on the project. I learned to pay close attention to detail and use resources such as forums and fellow classmates to help me find solutions to the problems I encountered.

     In conclusion, the experience was educational, requiring personal growth as both an independent and collaborative learner. I learned to create sitemaps with a good balance between simplicity and functionality to provide a useful and enjoyable user experience. Additionally, in coding with Microsoft Front Page, I was able to exercise my patience and persistence in debugging errors. The challenges I encountered taught me that the right resources, hard work, and persistence are key to developing practical skills in web design and coding.