Okay, so I’ve been messing around with this “DOM on Project Runway” idea, and let me tell you, it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster. I wanted to see if I could dynamically create and manipulate HTML elements like they’re fabric on a design challenge. Sounds cool, right? Well, it was, kinda, after a lot of trial and error.
Getting Started: My Virtual Sewing Machine
First, I cleared out my usual coding playground – a simple HTML file with a linked JavaScript file. I needed a blank canvas, so I just had the basic HTML structure, nothing fancy.
Then, I started with the basics. I wanted to create a simple div, you know, like a basic piece of cloth. In my JavaScript file, I used
*('div')
I assigned a name by
const myDiv=*('div').
This created the element, but it wasn’t visible yet. It’s like cutting the fabric but not placing it on the mannequin.
Adding Some Style: The Design Process
Next, I wanted to give my div some style. I imagined it as a vibrant red square. So, I used JavaScript to set its CSS properties:
* = '100px';* = '100px';* = 'red';
This felt like I was actually dyeing the fabric and shaping it. Still, it wasn’t on the page yet.
Putting It on Display: The Runway
To actually see my creation, I needed to add it to the webpage’s body. I did this using:
*(myDiv);
Boom! There it was, my red square, proudly displayed. It was like my little digital fabric creation had made its debut.
Making It More Complex: Embellishments
I didn’t stop there. I wanted to add some text inside the div, like adding embroidery or a label. I created a text node:
const textNode = *('Hello, DOM!');
And then I attached it to my div:
*(textNode);
It felt like I was adding details, making the design more intricate.
Playing Around: Alterations
The cool part was that I could change things on the fly. I decided to change the background color to blue after a few seconds. So, I used setTimeout:
setTimeout(() => {
* = 'blue';
}, 2000);
It was like redesigning the garment live on the runway! I saw the square turn blue, and it felt surprisingly satisfying.
The Finished Product (For Now)
So, that’s where I’m at. I’ve got a simple, dynamically created div that changes color. It’s not exactly high fashion, but it’s a start. I can see how this could be used to build much more complex interfaces, adding and removing elements, changing styles – all with JavaScript. It’s like having a whole workshop of digital fabrics and tools at my fingertips. I think I get why people can spend time into this stuff – it’s oddly addictive!
