Does the order of HTML attribute values matter?
In the article, the author discusses the topic of HTML 'oddities' and the not-so-obvious properties of HTML, particularly focusing on the order of attribute values. It points out that HTML is quite forgiving in how attributes are processed by browsers. In reality, not only does it matter what we put in attributes, but also how they are organized. The author emphasizes that for most HTML attributes, the order does not matter. For instance, properties like CSS styles or classes can be specified in any order, and browsers will be able to interpret them correctly. However, there are exceptions that need to be known, especially when working with complex elements like forms. It's important to design a page logically and thoughtfully to avoid any misunderstandings that may arise from improper code structure. Although no one wants to waste time troubleshooting issues, understanding these HTML 'oddities' can significantly improve code quality and its future maintainability.