CSS Grid vs. Flexbox: A Pinoy Dev’s Guide to Web Layouts

Step 1: Getting Cozy with Flexbox

Flexbox is your go-to for one-dimensional layouts—think rows or columns that flow like a chill playlist. It’s perfect for stuff like navigation bars, card layouts, or even a sleek footer for a Manila-based startup’s site. Here’s a quick example to get you started:

.container {
  display: flex;
  justify-content: space-between;
}
    

This code spaces out your elements like a well-planned sari-sari store display. I used Flexbox for a Cebu client’s nav bar, and it was so easy to make it look clean and responsive. Try it out for your next project! Want faster styling? See our Tailwind CSS Guide.

Step 2: Diving into CSS Grid

CSS Grid is your MVP for two-dimensional layouts—rows *and* columns, like a chessboard for your website. It’s ideal for complex stuff like dashboards or a portfolio layout for a Davao designer. Check this out:

.container {
  display: grid;
  grid-template-columns: 1fr 2fr;
  gap: 20px;
}
    

This sets up a grid with one column twice as wide as the other, with a nice gap for breathing room. I used Grid for a Quezon City client’s e-commerce site, and it made organizing product cards a breeze. Pro tip: Play with grid gaps to give your layout that extra polish!

Wrap-Up

CSS Grid and Flexbox are like adobo and sinigang—both awesome, just used for different vibes. Flexbox nails linear layouts, while Grid slays complex, two-dimensional designs. For Pinoy devs, mastering both means you can build responsive, user-friendly sites that impress clients from Makati to the global stage. Start experimenting now—maybe try Flexbox for a nav bar or Grid for a portfolio page. Join local dev communities like “Web Dev Philippines” on FB for inspo and support. Keep coding, kaibigan, and make those layouts pop!