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Bootstrap Module 22

  Module 22 : Bootstrap Z-Index & Stacking Context. 

why stacking order matters in web UI, how CSS stacking contexts and z-index work, and how to reason about and control stacking using Bootstrap-friendly approaches. 

                   

HTML structure, core CSS (positioning, display), Bootstrap basics (grid, components), and basic use of browser devtools.

What is z-index?

z-index is a CSS property that suggests the stacking order for elements within the same stacking context. Higher numeric values paint above lower ones. But z-index only applies to elements that are positioned (i.e., position is not static) except in some browsers where other rules apply; more importantly, it cannot transcend stacking contexts.

What is a Stacking Context?

A stacking context is an isolated group where elements are stacked in a specific order. Think of each stacking context as a separate canvas: z-index values are only comparable for elements inside the same canvas. If an element forms a new stacking context, all of its children will be stacked within it first; that whole group is then placed within the parent stacking context according to the group's own position.

                 

Important implication: A child with a very large z-index cannot escape and appear above an ancestor's sibling if its ancestor itself is lower in the parent's stacking context.

Common Triggers that Create a New Stacking Context

An element becomes a stacking context when any of the following (non-exhaustive) conditions are met:

Root element (the document root) — the top stacking context.

A positioned element (e.g., position: relative/absolute/fixed/sticky) with a z-index value other than auto.

opacity less than 1 (e.g., opacity: 0.99 creates a context).

transform other than none (e.g., transform: translateZ(0)), filter, perspective.

mix-blend-mode other than normal.

isolation: isolate.

will-change with certain values (can create stacking contexts when used).

These triggers may evolve in spec and implementations; always test suspicious cases in the target browser matrix.

The Painting Order 

Within a stacking context, the painting order is something like:

Background and borders of the element forming the stacking context.

Descendants with negative z-index.

In-flow, non-positioned blocks.

Positioned elements with z-index: auto.

Descendants with z-index >= 0 in increasing order.

This is a simplification—consult the spec for formal ordering—but it is enough to reason about most bugs.

Bootstrap-Focused Methods: 

1) The Safe Layering Strategy 

Reserve a small z-index scale for global components: header, dropdowns, overlays, modals, tooltips.

Use CSS/SASS variables (or Bootstrap vars) to define named layers like --z-header, --z-dropdown, --z-modal rather than arbitrary numbers sprinkled across components.

Ensure components that must overlay everything (modals, backdrops) are attached to a top-level container (e.g., body or a designated portal element) to avoid being trapped in nested stacking contexts.

Why this works: Attaching overlays to the body avoids accidental parent stacking contexts, while named variables make audits and debugging easier.

2) Bootstrap Component Tips

Dropdowns & popovers: Ensure they are appended to a top-level container (many Bootstrap deployments provide an option to append to body). If your dropdown sports odd overlap issues with sticky headers or transforms, check whether any ancestor created a stacking context.

Modals and offcanvas: Always render them in a portal (outside regular document flow). Use a high global layer variable for modals and backdrops.

Sticky headers: position: sticky can form contexts when combined with transforms; test interactions with floating menus.

Tooltips: Keep small z-index values within the tooltip group, but ensure the tooltip's container is outside problematic stacking contexts.

3) When to Use transform: translateZ(0) or will-change

These are useful to trigger GPU compositing for performance but they can also create stacking contexts. Use them carefully — don't accidentally trap overlay elements.

4) Creating a Custom z-index Scale (SASS)

This is a conceptual SASS snippet you can include in your Bootstrap build system:

// _z-index.scss (conceptual)

$z-index-scale: (

 'base'    : 0,

 'dropdown': 1000,

 'sticky'  : 1020,

 'fixed'   : 1030,

 'modal'   : 1050,

 'toast'   : 1080,

);

@function z($name) {

 @return map-get($z-index-scale, $name);

}

// Example usage

.header { z-index: z('sticky'); position: sticky; top: 0; }

.modal-backdrop { z-index: z('modal') - 10; }

.modal { z-index: z('modal'); }

This keeps your layering predictable and centralized.

Examples 

Example 1 — Dropdown behind sticky header

 Problem: A dropdown menu appears behind a sticky header even though it has a larger z-index.

Cause: A parent of the header or the dropdown created a stacking context, and the dropdown is inside that context while the header's stacking context sits above it. The large z-index on the dropdown only applies inside its local stacking context.

Fix strategies:

Move/append the dropdown's container to the body (a portal).

Ensure the header's parent is not creating an unnecessary stacking context (check transform, opacity, isolation).

Use a centralized z-index scale and make sure the dropdown's stacking context is at the right level.

Code (illustrative):

<header class="site-header" style="position:sticky; top:0; z-index: 1000;">

 Header

</header>

<div class="container">

 <!-- If container has 'transform: translateZ(0)' or opacity < 1, it may create stacking context -->

 <div class="dropdown" style="position: relative;">

   <button class="btn">Open</button>

   <div class="menu" style="position:absolute; z-index:2000">Menu</div>

 </div>

</div>

If .container creates a stacking context above the header, the .menu will be trapped and cannot appear above the header.

Example 2 — Modal trapped by parent with transform

If a parent wrapper uses transform, modals placed inside that wrapper will be clipped or appear below other top-level UI. Always render critical overlays outside transformed parents.

Example 3 — opacity trapping child

A parent with opacity: 0.95 creates a stacking context; a child with high z-index cannot escape. Double-check any parent with opacity used for subtle visual effects.

Checklist 

Inspect element in devtools. Look for transform, opacity, filter, position, isolation, will-change on ancestors.

Temporarily remove suspicious CSS (e.g., disable transform) to see if the bug disappears.

Reparent the overlay to body and test — if it fixes the issue, you found a stacking context trap.

Use computed styles to check the z-index values and stacking contexts (some browsers label stacking contexts in the elements panel).

Use outline borders to visualize which elements are overlapping and which stacking contexts they are in.

Exercises 

Exercise 1 — Fix the dropdown

 Create a page with a sticky header and a dropdown inside a transformed container that currently appears behind the header. Fix it without changing the header's z-index.

 steps / solution:

Recreate scenario: make a wrapper with transform: translateZ(0) containing the dropdown.

Solution A (recommended): Move the dropdown’s menu to body (append or portal) and position it with JS/CSS.

Solution B: Remove the transform from the wrapper if possible.

                  

Solution C: If you must keep the transform, ensure the header is in a higher stacking context and that the dropdown is reparented.

Why moving to body works: It places the dropdown in a different (higher) stacking context where it can be compared to the header's z-index directly.

Exercise 2 — Modal overlay gets clipped

A fixed modal seems clipped by a container with overflow: hidden. Find and fix.

Solution: overflow can clip child even if position: fixed. Place the modal container outside the clipping ancestor (e.g., append to body) or change the overflow strategy.

Exercise 3 — Build a z-index scale

Create a SASS map of z-index layers for a site

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Bootstrap Module 21

  Module 21 : Position Utilities (Relative, Absolute, Sticky) in Bootscript. 

1. Bootstrap position utilities

Bootstrap provides a succinct set of classes that map to CSS position 

values:

.position-static → position: static; (default)

.position-relative → position: relative;

.position-absolute → position: absolute;

.position-fixed → position: fixed;

.position-sticky → position: sticky;

Directional helpers (offsets) you can use alongside these classes:

top-0, bottom-0, start-0, end-0 (0 offsets)

top-50, start-50, etc. (50% offsets)

translate-middle, translate-middle-x, translate-middle-y (useful with 50% offsets)

Responsive variants: position-sm-relative, position-md-absolute, etc. (apply at breakpoint and up).

2. each position type

2.1 static (default)

The element is positioned in the normal document flow.

top, left, etc. have no effect.

Use when you want elements to flow naturally.

2.2 relative

The element remains in the normal document flow but can be shifted using offsets (top, left, etc.).

Crucially, it creates the containing block for absolutely positioned children. That makes .position-relative commonly used on wrapper elements so .position-absolute children are positioned relative to the wrapper, not the page.

Example use cases: small nudges, anchors for absolute (badges, overlays), small animations.

Why it’s useful:

You keep the element’s original space, so layout doesn’t collapse.

You get a predictable coordinate system for absolute children.

2.3 absolute

The element is removed from the normal flow and positioned relative to its nearest positioned ancestor (an ancestor with position other than static). If none exists, it’s positioned relative to the initial containing block (often the <html> element / viewport).

When removed from flow, it does not occupy space and other elements behave as if it’s not there.

Use cases: dropdowns/menus, tooltips, overlays, badges inside cards, positioned icons.

Key pitfalls:

If no positioned ancestor exists, absolute elements may be positioned relative to <body> which can be unexpected.

Because it’s removed from flow, layout may overlap — intentional for overlays, but problematic if not considered.

2.4 sticky

Acts like position: relative until a threshold (e.g., top: 0) is crossed during scroll; then it behaves like position: fixed (sticking to the viewport).

The sticky element is positioned relative to its nearest scroll container (often the viewport) and only sticks while within its containing block.

Use cases: table headers that remain visible while scrolling within a container, side navs that stick as you scroll, small call-to-action bars.

Important details:

The ancestor’s overflow must not be hidden/auto in ways that prevent sticky behavior — position: sticky needs a container with visible scroll behavior.

The element’s containing block height matters: once the container is scrolled past, the sticky stops.

3. (annotated)

Example A — Badge anchored inside a card (relative + absolute)

<div class="card position-relative" style="width: 18rem;">

 <img src="..." class="card-img-top" alt="...">

 <div class="position-absolute top-0 start-0 m-2 badge bg-danger">NEW</div>

 <div class="card-body">

   <h5 class="card-title">Product</h5>

   <p class="card-text">Description</p>

 </div>

</div>

Explanation: The .card is .position-relative so the badge (absolute) uses the card's top-left as the coordinate origin. m-2 gives the badge some margin from the very corner.

Example B — Centering a modal-like box (absolute + translate)

<div class="position-relative" style="height: 300px;">

 <div class="position-absolute top-50 start-50 translate-middle p-4 border rounded">

   I am centered inside the container.

 </div>

</div>

Explanation: top-50 start-50 puts the top-left corner of the inner box at the container's center. translate-middle shifts the box back by 50% of its own width/height so its center aligns with the container center.

Example C — Simple sticky header inside a scrolling container

<div style="height: 300px; overflow:auto; border: 1px solid #ddd;">

 <div class="position-sticky top-0 bg-white p-2 border-bottom">Sticky header</div>

 <div style="height: 1000px; padding: 1rem;">Long scrolling content...</div>

</div>

Explanation: The container has overflow:auto and a fixed height, creating a scroll context. .position-sticky top-0 makes the header stick to the top of the container while the user scrolls through the long content.

4. Combining with z-index and stacking context

An absolutely positioned element may be placed behind or in front of other elements; use z-index utilities (e.g., z-1, z-3, z-50 in Bootstrap 5+) to control stacking.

Be aware that position combined with transform or opacity can create a new stacking context, affecting z-index ordering.

Rule of thumb: If an element refuses to appear above another, check stacking contexts on ancestors (transforms, filters, position + z-index).

5. Responsive positioning

Bootstrap allows breakpoint-prefixed position utilities like .position-sm-absolute. 

Use them to change an element’s positioning only on certain screen sizes. Example:

<div class="position-relative">

 <div class="position-absolute position-sm-relative top-0 start-0">Responsive child</div>

</div>

This example makes the child absolute on xs, but relative on sm and wider (use cases vary — choose deliberate behavior).

6. Tips.

1 — Create a product card with anchored badge and info overlay

Goal: Make a card where a badge sits in the top-left, and an info overlay appears in the bottom-right on hover.

Steps:

Create a .card with .position-relative and an image.

Add a .position-absolute top-0 start-0 badge.

Add a .position-absolute bottom-0 end-0 overlay div with opacity:0; transition: opacity .2s;.

On .card:hover set overlay opacity: 1.

Expected result: Hovering the card fades in the overlay in the bottom-right, without shifting other content.

 tips:

If the badge is positioned relative to the page instead of the card, ensure .card has .position-relative.

If the overlay occupies space, confirm it has position-absolute and no margin collapsing.

2 — Sticky table header inside a scrollable container

Goal: Build a table where the <thead> stays visible while the table body scrolls.

Steps:

Place a <table> inside a div with fixed height and overflow:auto.

Add class="position-sticky top-0 bg-light" to the <thead> (or each <th> depending on browser behavior).

Test: scroll the container — header should stay.

compatibility:

Some browsers require applying position-sticky to the <th> elements rather than the <thead>; if you see inconsistent behavior, move the class to <th>.

Ensure ancestor containers don’t have overflow:hidden that prevents sticky.

 3 — Floating action button in bottom-right (fixed vs absolute)

Goal: Compare .position-fixed vs .position-absolute for a bottom-right floating button.

Steps:

Add a button with .btn class and .position-fixed bottom-0 end-0 m-3.

Scroll the page — fixed button remains stuck to the viewport.

Change to .position-absolute and place it inside a tall container — it will scroll with the container instead.

 point: Use fixed for viewport-anchored UI (global actions). Use absolute for container-specific overlays.

7. exercises 

Exercise 1 — Center a small notification in the top-right corner of a container, 16px from top and right.

Answer (HTML):

<div class="position-relative" style="height:200px;">

 <div class="position-absolute" style="top:16px; right:16px;">

   <div class="badge bg-info">Notice</div>

 </div>

</div>

(You can also use utility classes like top-0 end-0 with m-2 if you prefer Bootstrap spacing helpers.)

Exercise 2 — Make a navbar item stick to top after scrolling 10px.

Use .position-sticky top-0 on the element and ensure the scroll container allows it. 

Use a box-shadow or border to indicate being stuck.

Typical solution:

<header class="position-sticky top-0 bg-white shadow-sm"> ... navbar ... </header>

Ensure the header’s parent is the viewport or a scrollable container.

Exercise 3 — Place a tooltip inside a .position-relative container so it never overflows the container bounds.

(concept): Create .position-relative wrapper; tooltip is .position-absolute with max-width and offsets clamped by container size. Optionally use overflow-auto on the container so tooltip scrolls if content is too big.

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Bootstrap Module 20

 Module 20 : Using CSS Grid with Bootstrap. 

1. Bootstrap grid vs CSS Grid — complementary tools

Bootstrap grid (row + column classes) is a 12-column, mobile-first system built with Flexbox. It's great for quick, consistent, and semantic column layouts and for using out-of-the-box responsive breakpoints (.col-md-6 etc.).

CSS Grid is a two-dimensional layout system (rows + columns) — ideal for complex layouts where you control both axes (e.g., dashboard grids, masonry-like galleries, precise placement).

Rule of thumb: use Bootstrap for content flow and components (navs, cards, forms) and Grid for page-level layout when you need control of rows and columns simultaneously.

2. Breakpoints — coordinating Bootstrap and Grid

Bootstrap breakpoints are standardized (sm, md, lg, xl, xxl). Use them in CSS media queries to keep consistent responsive behavior:

@media (min-width: 768px) { /* md */ ... }

Grid also supports responsive definitions with media queries or repeat(auto-fit, minmax(...)) to make components adapt.

3. Grid sizing units & features to master

fr — fraction of free space. Use for proportional sizing.

minmax(min, max) — prevents elements from shrinking too small or growing unreasonably.

auto-fit / auto-fill with minmax() — create responsive tile layouts without explicit breakpoints.

grid-template-areas — readable layout mapping.

subgrid (where supported) — lets children inherit parent grid tracks (still limited browser support).

examples 

All examples use Bootstrap 5 markup (you can use the CDN or installed package).

Example 1 — Two-column responsive layout (Grid inside Bootstrap container)

HTML:

<link href="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/bootstrap@5.3.0/dist/css/bootstrap.min.css" rel="stylesheet"> <div class="container my-4"> <div class="page-grid"> <aside class="sidebar p-3">Sidebar content</aside> <main class="content p-3"> <h1>Page Title</h1> <p>Article / main content...</p> </main> </div> </div>

CSS:

.page-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr; /* mobile: single column */ gap: 1rem; } /* at Bootstrap md breakpoint (>=768px) make 250px sidebar + fluid content */ @media (min-width: 768px) { .page-grid { grid-template-columns: 250px 1fr; align-items: start; } } .sidebar { background: #f8f9fa; /* bootstrap light */ border-radius: 0.5rem; }

Why this works: We keep Bootstrap’s .container for consistent horizontal padding and use Grid to define the column relationship. On small screens it stacks (single column). On md+ we create a fixed-width sidebar and fluid main content.

Example 2 — Responsive cards gallery with auto-fit and minmax

HTML:

<div class="container my-4"> <div class="card-grid"> <!-- repeat card items --> <div class="card"> ... </div> <div class="card"> ... </div> <!-- ... --> </div> </div>

CSS:

.card-grid { display: grid; gap: 1rem; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); } .card { padding: 1rem; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: .5rem; }

Explanation: auto-fit + minmax(220px, 1fr) means as many 220px minimum cards will fit into the row; remaining width is distributed (1fr). No need for explicit breakpoints; the layout is fluid.

Example 3 — Admin dashboard 

HTML skeleton:

<div class="container-fluid px-3"> <div class="dashboard-grid"> <header class="dashboard-header">Header</header> <nav class="dashboard-nav">Nav</nav> <section class="dashboard-main"></nav> <section class="dashboard-main"></nav> <section class="dashboard-main"></nav> <section class="dashboard-main"></nav> <section class="dashboard-main"></nav> <section class="dashboard-main"></nav> <section class="dashboard-main"></nav> <section class="dashboard-main">Main</section> <aside class="dashboard-stats">Stats</aside> <footer class="dashboard-footer">Footer</footer> </div> </div>

CSS:

.dashboard-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns: 240px 1fr 320px; grid-template-rows: 60px 1fr 40px; grid-template-areas: "header header header" "nav main stats" "footer footer footer"; gap: 1rem; } /* Assign areas */ .dashboard-header { grid-area: header; } .dashboard-nav { grid-area: nav; } .dashboard-main { grid-area: main; } .dashboard-stats { grid-area: stats; } .dashboard-footer { grid-area: footer; } /* Responsive: collapse into single column on small screens */ @media (max-width: 767.98px) { .dashboard-grid{ grid-template-columns: 1fr; grid-template-rows: auto; grid-template-areas: "header" "nav" "main" "stats" "footer"; } }

Explanation: grid-template-areas gives readable mapping of the layout. On small screens the layout stacks vertically using a media query aligned with Bootstrap breakpoints.

methods 

Keep semantics: use main, aside, header, footer to preserve accessibility.

Use Bootstrap containers & utilities for spacing and consistent breakpoints — container, container-fluid, .p-3, .mx-auto.

Avoid mixing Bootstrap .row/.col inside elements you also place into a grid cell unless you need nested column behavior. It's fine to nest—Bootstrap columns inside a Grid area provide internal column layout.

Prefer minmax and fr to fixed pixel widths for responsive flexibility; use pixel widths for sidebars or items that must remain constant.

Test keyboard navigation & focus order — Grid can change visual order; do not reorder DOM with grid-area if it changes logical focus order unless you explicitly manage tabindex.

Pay attention to reflow — large grid-auto-rows or complex calculations can cause repaints; keep DOM minimal and avoid heavy CSS transitions on layout properties.

Exercises 

Exercise 1 — Convert Bootstrap columns to CSS Grid

 Given a Bootstrap .row with three .col-md-4, rebuild it using CSS Grid so that it becomes 1 column on mobile, 3 equal columns at md+, with 16px gap.

Solution:

<div class="container"> <div class="three-grid"> <div>Item 1</div> <div>Item 2</div> <div>Item 3</div> </div> </div>

.three-grid { display:grid; gap:16px; grid-template-columns:1fr; } @media (min-width:768px) { .three-grid { grid-template-columns: repeat(3, 1fr); } }

Explanation: Simple responsive switch using a media query aligned to Bootstrap md.

Exercise 2 — Masonry-like layout

Create a masonry-like layout using CSS Grid columns.

Note: True masonry uses JS or grid-auto-flow: dense hack. A simple CSS approach:

.masonry { column-count: 3; column-gap: 1rem; } .masonry .item { display: inline-block; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1rem; }

Explanation: This uses CSS columns (not Grid) for masonry effect. Alternatively, use Masonry JS or CSS Grid + grid-auto-rows with varying row spans (more advanced).

Create a responsive admin dashboard with:

Top header with app name + user avatar

Left navigation (collapsible on small screens)

Main area with cards and a grid of widgets

Right column with stats (hidden on small screens)

Footer

Setup

Create an index.html, include Bootstrap CSS and optionally Bootstrap JS (for collapse behavior).

Add a styles.css.

Use a container-fluid to allow a full-width dashboard.

Steps

Step 1 — Base HTML

<body> <div class="container-fluid px-3"> <div class="dashboard-grid"> <header class="dashboard-header">...</header> <nav class="dashboard-nav">...</nav> <main class="dashboard-main">...</main> <aside class="dashboard-stats">...</aside> <footer class="dashboard-footer">...</footer> </div> </div> </body>

Step 2 — Grid layout (desktop)

In styles.css:

.dashboard-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns: 220px 1fr 320px; grid-template-rows: 64px 1fr 48px; grid-template-areas: "header header header" "nav main stats" "footer footer footer"; gap:1rem; min-height: 100vh; }

Add area as in earlier examples.

Step 3 — Make nav collapsible (Bootstrap)

Inside .dashboard-nav, use a Bootstrap collapse to hide nav on small screens — keep nav DOM order so keyboard focus remains logical.

Step 4 — Widgets using nested Grids

Inside .dashboard-main:

<div class="main-widgets"> <div class="widget">...</div> <div class="widget">...</div> <div class="widget">...</div> <div class="widget">...</div> </div>

CSS:

.main-widgets { display:grid; gap:1rem; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); } .widget { padding:1rem; border-radius:.5rem; background:#fff; box-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,.05); }

Step 5 — Responsive collapse

At max-width: 767.98px:

@media (max-width:767.98px){ .dashboard-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; grid-template-areas: "header" "nav" "main" "stats" "footer"; } .dashboard-stats { display:none; } /* or keep and stack */ }

Step 6 — Accessibility checks

Ensure nav has aria-label.

Ensure focus states are visible (use :focus-visible styles).

Make sure header elements are semantic and H1 only appears once.

Checklist

 Responsive layout matches mock (header/nav/main/stats/footer).

 Nav collapses on small screens (Bootstrap collapse).

 Widgets reflow using auto-fit.

 Keyboard navigation through nav and controls works.

 No content overflows the container at any breakpoint.

Layout correctness: 40%

Responsiveness: 25%

Accessibility & semantics: 15%

Code structure/readability: 10%

Extra polish (animations, theme): 10%

Advanced topics 

CSS Subgrid — allows alignment. Good for complex nested grids; check browser support and progressive enhancement.

Grid vs Flexbox performance — show comparable rendering speeds; the choice should be semantic and based on layout complexity. Research recent browser engine optimizations (Blink, Gecko).

Responsive patterns without media queries — repeat(auto-fit, minmax()) can reduce breakpoint complexity.

Accessibility — logical DOM order vs visual order; impact of order and grid placement on screen readers and keyboard navigation.

Generative layouts — use CSS functions (clamp(), min(), max()) to create fluid typography and spacing in conjunction with grid sizing.

Progressive enhancement & fallbacks — use feature queries @supports (display: grid) to provide fallbacks for older browsers.

Testing & CI — automate visual regression tests (Percy, Playwright snapshots) to catch layout regressions.

Recommended a coding specialist:

Measure time-to-first-paint (TTFP) and layout shifts (CLS) for pages that use heavy Grid layouts vs pure Bootstrap.

Conduct usability testing for keyboard-only users when visual order differs from DOM order.

 tips

Overflowing Grid Items: Use min-width: 0 on flex/grid children to allow them to shrink: .grid-item { min-width: 0; }

Unexpected placement: Check grid-auto-flow and grid-auto-rows; explicitly set grid-column/grid-row for precise placement.

Focus order mismatch: If you position items visually out of DOM order, ensure keyboard flow remains logical (avoid using CSS to visually reorder interactive items unless you manage focus).

Using Bootstrap .row inside grid items: remember .row has negative margins; wrap .row in a .container or add .g-0 if mixing inside grid areas.

specialist notes

struggle with minmax, auto-fit, and how Grid interacts with intrinsic sizing.

Demo flow: Start with simple Grid examples and progressively combine with Bootstrap components (cards, navbars).

Provide starter repo + failing test cases (responsive test images) for automated grading.

Pair programming: to swap DOM order to see how focus and screen readers behave.

Support materials: Provide for grid-* properties and Bootstrap breakpoint table.

Self-contained markup + styles (Dashboard simplified)

<!doctype html> <html> <head> <meta charset="utf-8"> <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width,initial-scale=1"> <title>Grid + Bootstrap Dashboard</title> <link href="https://cdn.jsdelivr.net/npm/bootstrap@5.3.0/dist/css/bootstrap.min.css" rel="stylesheet"> <style> :root { --gap: 1rem; } body { background:#f1f3f5; } .dashboard-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns: 220px 1fr 320px; grid-template-rows: 64px 1fr 48px; grid-template-areas: "header header header" "nav main stats" "footer footer footer"; gap: var(--gap); min-height:100vh; padding:1rem; } .dashboard-header { grid-area: header; background:#fff; display:flex; align-items:center; gap:1rem; padding:0 1rem; border-radius:.5rem; } .dashboard-nav { grid-area: nav; background:#fff; padding:1rem; border-radius:.5rem; } .dashboard-main { grid-area: main; padding:1rem; } .dashboard-stats { grid-area: stats; background:#fff; padding:1rem; border-radius:.5rem; } .dashboard-footer { grid-area: footer; background:#fff; padding: .5rem 1rem; border-radius:.5rem; display:flex; align-items:center; } .main-widgets { display:grid; gap:1rem; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); } .widget { background:#fff; padding:1rem; border-radius:.5rem; box-shadow:0 1px 2px rgba(0,0,0,.04); } @media (max-width:767.98px){ .dashboard-grid{ grid-template-columns: 1fr; grid-template-areas: "header" "nav" "main" "stats" "footer"; } .dashboard-stats { display:none; } } </style> </head> <body> <div class="container-fluid px-0"> <div class="dashboard-grid"> <header class="dashboard-header"> <h2 class="h5 mb-0">Acme Admin</h2> <div class="ms-auto d-flex align-items-center gap-2"> <button class="btn btn-sm btn-outline-secondary">New</button> <img src="https://via.placeholder.com/40" alt="avatar" class="rounded-circle"> </div> </header> <nav class="dashboard-nav" aria-label="Primary"> <ul class="nav flex-column"> <li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link active" href="#">Dashboard</a></li> <li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link" href="#">Reports</a></li> <li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link" href="#">Settings</a></li> </ul> </nav> <main class="dashboard-main"> <div class="main-widgets"> <div class="widget">Widget 1</div> <div class="widget">Widget 2</div> <div class="widget">Widget 3</div> <div class="widget">Widget 4</div> </div> </main> <aside class="dashboard-stats"> <h6>Stats</h6> <p>Quick numbers and charts...</p> </aside> <footer class="dashboard-footer"> <small class="text-muted">© 2025 Your Company</small> </footer> </div> </div> </body> </html>

exercises 

Replace the right-hand stats column with a sticky element that remains visible while the main content scrolls — implement position: sticky inside a grid cell.

Implement a card layout where cards have different heights but maintain a uniform baseline using grid-auto-rows + row-span technique (calculate grid-row: span N;).

Build a responsive form that rearranges fields from 2-column desktop grid to single-column mobile, while preserving logical focus order.