Bento Grid Main project using CSS Grid

What are you most proud of, and what would you do differently next time?

I'm super proud of how the Bento grid project turned out, especially getting a clean, responsive layout that flows well on all devices thanks to CSS Grid and Flexbox. It was satisfying to see everything snap into place as I tweaked it. Next time, I'd probably play around with some smooth animations to make it feel even more interactive and take a closer look at accessibility tweaks, like boosting color contrast and adding screen reader support. I’d also use CSS variables to make it easier to fine-tune the styles down the line.

What challenges did you encounter, and how did you overcome them?

The biggest challenge was nailing down the grid layout, especially getting the items to align exactly as I wanted across different screen sizes. I hit a few roadblocks with elements shifting out of place, but using CSS Grid’s grid-template-areas saved the day by giving me precise control over each section. Debugging the layout was a bit of trial and error, but Chrome DevTools became my best friend for checking spacing and alignment. Adjusting the media queries and testing on various devices really helped make everything consistent.

What specific areas of your project would you like help with?

I’d love feedback on making the grid more responsive, especially around tablet-sized screens. I noticed that some elements don’t align perfectly when the screen width falls between desktop and mobile breakpoints, and I’d appreciate any tips on refining the layout for that range. Additionally, if anyone has advice on optimizing load times with images or handling font scaling across different devices, I’d be interested in ways to make the experience smoother without sacrificing design.