In this article, I will guide you through the process of creating a login form page using JavaScript. As a web developer, I have encountered numerous scenarios where implementing user authentication is a crucial aspect of a website or application. Having a well-designed and functional login page is not only important for security reasons but also for creating a seamless user experience.
Understanding the Basics
Before we dive into the code, let’s first understand the basic structure of a login form page. Typically, a login form consists of two input fields, one for the username or email and the other for the password. Additionally, we usually include a “Remember Me” checkbox, a “Forgot Password” link, and a “Sign In” button.
HTML Markup
Let’s start by setting up the HTML markup for our login form page:
<form id="loginForm">
<h2>Login</h2>
<label for="username">Username:</label>
<input type="text" id="username" name="username" required>
<label for="password">Password:</label>
<input type="password" id="password" name="password" required>
<label for="rememberMe">Remember Me:</label>
<input type="checkbox" id="rememberMe" name="rememberMe">
<a href="forgot-password.html">Forgot Password?</a>
<button type="submit">Sign In</button>
</form>
Here, we have wrapped our form elements within a `