CSS Bootcamp: Master CSS (Including CSS Grid/Flexbox) - Floats

The video tutorial discusses the CSS float property, its decreasing popularity due to modern alternatives like flexbox and grid, and its continued relevance for understanding older CSS code. It explains how to use the float property to position elements and the importance of setting width to avoid layout issues. The tutorial also covers three methods to clear floats: using the overflow property, adding a new element with the clear property, and employing the clearfix hack. These techniques help maintain proper layout and visibility of container elements.

Why are floats becoming less popular in modern web design?

What are the two new CSS modules mentioned that provide more flexible layout options?

What is the purpose of the float property in CSS?

What happens to a floated element in relation to the normal flow of the page?

What visual effect occurs when a container only includes floated elements?

What is one method to clear floats in CSS?

Describe the clear fix hack and its purpose.