Learn CODEPEN with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 26, 2025
Practical Examples
Create a responsive webpage layout
Build interactive buttons and forms
Animate elements using CSS and JavaScript
Integrate third-party libraries like jQuery or GSAP
Develop small front-end games or visual demos
Troubleshooting
Check browser console for JavaScript errors
Ensure external libraries are loaded correctly
Verify HTML and CSS syntax
Test responsiveness in different viewport sizes
Use CodePen’s documentation and community tips
Testing Guide
Run code in preview pane to see immediate effects
Check console for errors and warnings
Test on different browsers and screen sizes
Validate external libraries load correctly
Iterate changes and save frequently
Deployment Options
Share project via CodePen URL
Embed Pens in websites or blogs
Export Project files for local hosting
Use CodePen Projects for multi-file deployment (Pro)
Integrate with GitHub Pages or other hosting solutions
Tools Ecosystem
Code editor panels for HTML, CSS, JS
Live preview rendering
Settings panel for external resources
Community gallery for sharing and discovery
Asset hosting for images and fonts
Integrations
CDN libraries like jQuery, Bootstrap, React
Preprocessors (Sass, SCSS, LESS, TypeScript)
Embedding in blogs, documentation, or websites
Export to GitHub or local files
Third-party tools for collaboration (Pro feature)
Productivity Tips
Use templates to quickly start a project
Leverage external libraries for efficiency
Fork existing Pens for faster experimentation
Save frequently and organize Projects
Participate in challenges to improve skills
Challenges
Debugging cross-browser layout issues
Managing complex JavaScript interactions
Optimizing performance for large Pens
Working with multiple libraries and dependencies
Showcasing work effectively in the community