What is the difference between <div> and <span>?

Short answer: <div> is a block-level element (creates a full-width container). <span> is an inline element (used for styling small text portions).

Example code

<div>Block Section</div> <p>This is a <span style="color: red;">red word</span> in a sentence.</p> Key Takeaway: Use <div> for layout; <span> for inline styling.

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.