Welcome to Part 1 of the Front-End Fundamentals series! In this session, we’ll set up the perfect development environment to start building modern, responsive, and scalable front-end applications. Having the right tools in place ensures smooth development and prepares you for professional workflows.

We’ll cover installing essential software, configuring VS Code, and setting up Node.js so you’re ready to dive into front-end coding with confidence.

✅ What You’ll Learn in This Video:
✔️ Installing Node.js and npm (package manager)
✔️ Setting up Visual Studio Code (with extensions for front-end dev)
✔️ Installing Git for version control
✔️ Project folder structure basics
✔️ Running your first front-end project setup

💡 Why This Step Matters:
🔹 Provides a solid foundation for all future front-end development
🔹 Ensures your system is ready for modern frameworks (React, Next.js, etc.)
🔹 Saves time by setting up tools and configurations early on