Tailwind CSS is a utility-first CSS framework that allows developers to build custom designs directly in their HTML. Unlike traditional frameworks like Bootstrap, Tailwind doesn’t provide pre-made components but gives you the tools to create your own with precision.
Why Tailwind CSS?
- Complete control over styling.
- Encourages design consistency through utility classes.
- Lightweight with purgeable output in production.
- Responsive design baked in via breakpoints.
Basic usage example:
htmlКопироватьРедактировать<button class="bg-blue-600 hover:bg-blue-700 text-white font-bold py-2 px-4 rounded">
Submit
</button>
Tailwind features:
- Responsive utilities (e.g.,
md:flex,lg:grid) - Dark mode support
- Component extraction via
@apply - Built-in plugin ecosystem (forms, typography, aspect-ratio)
Workflow:
- Install via CDN for testing or use npm for full customization.
- Configure your
tailwind.config.jsto define custom colors, fonts, and breakpoints. - Use with tools like PostCSS, Webpack, or Vite for production builds.
Best for:
- Designers and developers who want pixel-perfect UIs.
- Teams working with component libraries or custom design systems.
- Projects requiring rapid styling without writing much CSS.
Tailwind CSS has become a favorite for modern frontend development due to its flexibility and productivity. It’s especially powerful when paired with frameworks like React, Vue, or Next.js.