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Developers & Programmers Interview

Html Question(s) & Actual Evaluation

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* Please note that the following answer(s) are just sample answers from one of our candidates. It doesn't mean that it's the correct or wrong answer.
Please refer to the evaluation for more insight.


  • Classification: Developers & Programmers
  • Topic(s): Html
Interview Question:

Can you explain the difference between HTML and HTML5?

Candidate's Answer:

HTML and HTML5 has I think not to much difference because html 5 is a pro version of the HTML and the first thing get the class at dis HTML5 is you write in the first line of our code is docttype within the angular brackets and with the exclamatory mark, and it have more new feature than it i know that much difference.

Evaluation:

Your answer is somewhat correct, but it could use some improvement in terms of clarity and accuracy.

Firstly, HTML5 is not exactly a "pro version" of HTML, but rather the latest version of the HTML standard. HTML5 introduced several new features and enhancements compared to previous versions of HTML. These include new elements like `<header>`, `<nav>`, `<section>`, `<article>`, `<footer>`, etc., as well as new APIs for multimedia, graphics, geolocation, and more.

One of the key differences between HTML and HTML5 is the way they handle audio and video content. HTML5 introduced native support for audio and video elements, allowing developers to embed multimedia content directly in their web pages without the need for third-party plugins like Flash.

Additionally, HTML5 brought improvements in web forms, with new input types (like email, date, and range) and attributes for better validation and user experience.

In terms of your answer, it is good that you mentioned the `<!DOCTYPE html>` declaration as a key difference between HTML and HTML5. However, it would be more beneficial to expand on the new features and functionalities that HTML5 offers compared to previous versions of HTML.

To improve your answer, you could mention specific examples of new elements, APIs, and capabilities introduced in HTML5. You could also discuss the benefits of using HTML5 for modern web development and how it helps in creating more interactive and multimedia-rich websites.

Overall, I would rate your answer 2/5 as it lacks detail and specificity in explaining the differences between HTML and HTML5. However, with some additional information and clarification, your answer could be greatly improved.