HTMLdokumentista

HTMLdokumentista is a Finnish term used to refer to an HTML document, the markup that defines the content and structure of a web page as processed by web browsers. In official documentation, the concept is described in terms of a single file that follows the HTML standard and can be served over the web.

An HTML document typically begins with a doctype declaration, followed by an html element that encloses a head and a body. The head contains metadata, links to stylesheets, and scripts, while the body holds the content that is rendered to the user.

When loaded, browsers parse the HTML into a DOM (Document Object Model), create a render tree from the content and style information, and execute scripts. The HTML document can be manipulated by JavaScript through the global document object.

Proper use of semantic elements, alt attributes, and accessible naming improves accessibility of HTML documents. Valid markup and consistent structure also aid search engines and assistive technologies.

In practice, developers inspect and edit the HTML document using browser developer tools or text editors, validate markup against HTML specifications, and ensure compatibility across platforms and devices.

Related concepts include HTML, the Document Object Model (DOM), CSS, JavaScript, and web standards governed by WHATWG and W3C.