What is the use of the alt attribute in images?

Short answer: The alt attribute provides alternative text when an image fails to load and is read by screen readers.

Example code

Follow me on LinkedIn: <img src="team.jpg" alt="Our development team"> Key Takeaway: Always include meaningful alt text — it’s good for accessibility and SEO.

Real-world example (ShopNest)

ShopNest’s browser cart uses modern JavaScript: fetch APIs with async/await, modules, and clear error handling.

Say this in the interview

1. Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above).
2. Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work.
3. Trade-off — when you would not use it.