# Modern CSS Techniques for 2024
CSS has evolved significantly, offering powerful new features that make styling more efficient and maintainable.
## Container Queries
Container queries allow you to style elements based on their container's size, not just the viewport.
```css
.card-container {
container-type: inline-size;
}
.card {
display: grid;
gap: 1rem;
}
@container (min-width: 400px) {
.card {
grid-template-columns: 1fr 2fr;
}
}
```
## CSS Grid and Subgrid
Advanced layout techniques using CSS Grid's subgrid feature for complex layouts.
## Custom Properties and Design Tokens
Using CSS custom properties to create maintainable design systems.
## Conclusion
Modern CSS provides powerful tools for creating responsive, maintainable stylesheets.