INF3014F: Creating e-Commerce website using HTML
Assignment Task
Instructions
Home Goods Store: In this tutorial, students will be tasked to create an e-commerce website for a home goods store. They can include sections for furniture, decor, kitchenware, and other home goods items. Create a static website using what you have learned in Tutorial 1, website Assessment and design.
Tasks:
The website must (*mandatory pages) navigate to the following pages:
Home Page*
Furniture Category Page*
Furniture Product Detail Page
Decor Category Page*
Decor Product Detail Page
Kitchenware Category Page*
Kitchenware Product Detail Page
Shopping Cart Page*
Checkout Page
Order Confirmation Page
About Us Page • Contact Us Page*
Privacy Policy Page
Terms and Conditions Page
Navigation between pages is mandatory. The order of the pages should be determined at your discretion, taking into consideration website design principles.
The website must meet the following goals/criteria: On home goods store websites, you can expect information about the home goods products they sell, including furniture, bedding, bath products, kitchen appliances, home decor items, and more. You can also find information about pricing, product specifications, available colors, materials, and sizes.
Introduce potential customers to the store
Make customers feel comfortable using the online store by making it user-friendly.
To showcase the store’s products in a way that highlights their features and benefits and provides customers with all the necessary product information, including descriptions, specifications, and reviews.
Inform customers of helpful information about the products.
The Home Goods Store e-commerce website should appeal to a broad range of audiences, including but not limited to:
Homeowners looking to decorate or furnish their homes
Renters looking for temporary or portable furniture and decor options
Interior designers and decorators
Housewarming and wedding gift shoppers
Small business owners looking to decorate their office spaces
Architects and builders seeking high-quality and unique home goods for their projects
DIY enthusiasts and hobbyists looking for inspiration and supplies for their home improvement projects • Individuals interested in sustainable or eco-friendly home goods options
Budget-conscious shoppers seeking affordable but stylish home goods options
Luxury and high-end home goods shoppers. Make sure that you target the right audience.
The website must contain the following content:
Information about the online store
Information about the products: – A minimum number of products should be 3
Pictures of the products
Information about different designs
Information about purchasing
Contact details for the store.
On Windows OS, use Notepad (or Notepad++) to code the web pages and TextEdit for those with MacOS, and use any browser to view and test your web pages. To start, create a new text document on your desktop and rename it to home.html. You can also use other IDEs like Visual Studio or VS Code. However, do follow the instructions below when submitting.
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Plan your website: Start by planning the website’s structure and layout. Determine what pages you will need and what content should be included on each page.
Create a wireframe: Once you have a plan for your website, create a wireframe or sketch of each page. This will help you visualize the layout and content before you start coding.
Code the HTML: Use Notepad or Notepad++ to code the HTML for each page. Remember to include the necessary tags and attributes to create a well-structured and accessible website.
Add CSS styling: Once you have the HTML code in place, add CSS styling to make the website visually appealing and user-friendly.
Test the website: Use a browser to test the website on different devices and screen sizes. Make sure the website is responsive and functions properly.
Upload the website: When the website is complete, upload the files to a web server or hosting service to make it available online.
Optimize for search engines: To help potential customers find your website, optimize it for search engines by including relevant keywords in the content and metadata.
Regularly update the website: To keep customers engaged and interested in your products, regularly update the website with new content and products.
Following these steps will help you create a well-designed and functional e-commerce website using HTML.
