Teaching a 13-year-old how to host a webpage on Netlify

Netlify is a web development platform designed to simplify the deployment of static sites by automating the process and offering features like continuous integration and deployment, instant forms, and serverless backend operations through Netlify functions. It is particularly favored for building JAMstack applications due to its robust and user-friendly nature. The article provides a step-by-step guide on how to host a simple static webpage using Netlify, guiding users through the process of setting up a GitHub repository, connecting it to Netlify, and deploying the site. It also covers customizing domain names with Netlify's domain settings and the option of using custom domains purchased from third-party providers. Additionally, users are introduced to Netlify Drop, a simple drag-and-drop method for hosting sites, and the process of enabling HTTPS for enhanced security. The article concludes by encouraging users to explore Netlify's extensive capabilities and provides additional resources for further exploration.