ResetCSS

ResetCSS is a set of CSS rules designed to neutralize the default styling of HTML elements and provide a clean foundation for custom designs. The goal of ResetCSS is to eliminate the discrepancies and inconsistencies that occur when using different browsers and versions, thereby reducing the amount of browser-specific code needed to achieve consistent layouts.

Developed by Eric Meyer, a well-known web designer and author, ResetCSS was first introduced in 2007 as a response to the need for a standardized approach to styling web pages. The library of CSS rules aims to restore the original content mode of elements, eliminating the default padding, margins, and font sizes that browsers apply to HTML elements.

ResetCSS is not necessarily meant to be a set of "defaults" or a new set of CSS styles, but rather a tool to help developers and designers reset the browser's default CSS styles and start from a clean slate. By applying the ResetCSS rules, web developers can improve the maintainability and performance of their websites, as well as simplify the development process.

ResetCSS is not a widely adopted standard, and its use is not meant to be a replacement for the W3C's CSS reset initiatives. The library is available under a permissive license and can be used in combination with other CSS frameworks and stylesheets. Some developers and organizations have criticized ResetCSS for its approach, advocating for alternative methods of styling web pages. Nonetheless, ResetCSS remains a popular tool for its simplicity and effectiveness in reducing browser-specific code and inconsistencies.