World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)

The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) is an international organization that develops and maintains standards for the World Wide Web. Founded by Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the web, it aims to ensure the web is accessible, interoperable, and functional for everyone. W3C creates guidelines and specifications for technologies like HTML, CSS, and web accessibility, helping developers build websites and applications that work well across different devices and browsers. By promoting best practices, W3C plays a crucial role in shaping a better online experience for users globally.