HTML/CSS may seem so simple as to not even count as coding, to us coders, that is. But consider the fact that many coders don't have the most basic grasp of de

HTML/CSS may seem so simple as to not even count as coding, to us coders, that is. But consider the fact that many coders don't have the most basic grasp of design. Not even really fundamental things like alignment, proportions, which colors go well together, or even how to phrase a sentence so it makes sense to the user — which isn't even design, it's just english. I think it's kind of a jerk move for coders to expect designers to like or care about coding, even really simple fundamental stuff, when many coders are notoriously lacking in the design or even taste departments. Having said that, it is obviously a huge benefit for both coders and designers to at least know the basics of the other's trade. One could even argue that you're not really a truly talented developer nor designer until you do; but, before we come down on designers, let's look at the state of design skills in the coding community.