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Web Design and Development

Mastering WordPress: Building Dynamic Websites with WordPress

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Course Overview

WordPress has become the leading content management system (CMS) for building websites, from simple blogs to complex e-commerce platforms. In this comprehensive course, participants will learn how to harness the power of WordPress to create dynamic, professional-looking websites without the need for coding expertise. Through a combination of theory, hands-on exercises, and real-world examples, students will explore WordPress’s features, plugins, and themes, enabling them to design, customize, and manage websites tailored to their needs and objectives.

Course Objectives:

  • Understand the fundamentals of WordPress and its role in website development.
  • Learn how to install, configure, and customize WordPress sites.
  • Develop skills in creating and managing website content, including pages, posts, and media.
  • Gain insights into WordPress themes, plugins, and advanced customization techniques.
  • Implement best practices for website security, performance, and search engine optimization
    (SEO).

Course Content

  • Introduction to WordPress

    • Understanding the history and evolution of WordPress as a content management system

    • Exploring the benefits and advantages of using WordPress for website development.

    • Identifying key WordPress terminology and concepts

  • Setting Up a WordPress Site

    • Choosing a hosting provider and domain name for your WordPress site

    • Installing WordPress manually or using one-click installation methods.

    • Configuring basic settings, including permalinks, site title, and tagline.

  • Exploring the WordPress Dashboard

    • Navigating the WordPress dashboard and understanding its various sections and functionalities.

    • Managing user roles and permissions to control access to your WordPress site

    • Customizing the dashboard layout and preferences to suit your workflow.

  • Creating and Managing Website Content

    • Understanding the difference between posts and pages in WordPress.

    • Creating and editing pages and posts using the WordPress editor.

    • Adding multimedia content, such as images, videos, and audio files, to your website.

  • Customizing WordPress Themes

    • Choosing a WordPress theme that matches your website's design and functionality requirements.

    • Customizing theme settings, colors, fonts, and layouts using the WordPress Customizer.

    • Installing and activating child themes to make customizations without affecting the parent theme.

  • Extending Functionality with Plugins

    • Exploring the WordPress plugin repository and installing essential plugins for your website.

    • Configuring and activating plugins to add new features and functionality to your WordPress site.

    • Evaluating plugin compatibility, performance, and security considerations.

  • Advanced Customization Techniques

    • Using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to customize WordPress themes and templates.

    • Creating custom page templates and layouts using WordPress template tags and hooks.

    • Implementing advanced theme customization options using theme-specific settings and options.

  • Website Management and Maintenance

    • Managing website updates, including WordPress core updates, theme updates, and plugin updates.

    • Backing up your WordPress site regularly to prevent data loss and security breaches.

    • Monitoring website performance and security using WordPress monitoring tools and plugins.

  • Website Security and Optimization

    • Implementing security best practices to protect your WordPress site from malware, hacking, and other security threats.

    • Optimizing website performance for speed and usability using caching, image optimization, and other techniques.

    • Implementing search engine optimization (SEO) strategies to improve your website's visibility and ranking in search engine results.

  • Launching and Promoting Your WordPress Sit

    • Launching your WordPress site and making it publicly accessible to visitors.

    • Promoting your website through social media, email marketing, and other promotional channels.

    • Monitoring website analytics and performance metrics to track visitor behavior and engagement.

  • Troubleshooting and Support

    • Identifying common WordPress errors and troubleshooting techniques.

    • Seeking help and support from the WordPress community, forums, and documentation.

    • Engaging with WordPress developers and professionals for advanced technical assistance and support.

  • WordPress Best Practices and Trends

    • Exploring current trends and best practices in WordPress website development and design.

    • Learning from WordPress success stories and case studies from industry experts and professionals.

    • Staying updated on the latest WordPress updates, features, and developments.

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  • Course Level Beginner
  • Lessons 36
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  • Last Update February 27, 2024