Web Development & CMS
Advanced WordPress Development Custom Themes, Plugins and Optimization
Take your WordPress skills to the next level by learning how to create custom themes and plugins from scratch. Master advanced development techniques, optimize website performance, and enhance security. Gain hands-on experience in customizing WordPress for high-performance and scalable websites.
Shreelakshmi
- (4.8)
- 25
- 25h
- 20
This advanced course will take your WordPress skills beyond the basics, focusing on custom theme and plugin development, performance optimization, and security. You’ll learn how to create custom WordPress themes from scratch, modify templates, and use child themes for safe updates.
The course covers essential topics like building plugins with hooks and shortcodes, optimizing website speed and database performance, and implementing advanced SEO techniques. You’ll also explore WooCommerce customization, secure your WordPress site, and handle migrations and backups. By the end of this course, you’ll have the expertise to develop high-performance, secure WordPress websites with custom functionality.
What Will You Learn?
This advanced course will help you master WordPress development by focusing on custom themes, plugins, performance optimization, and security.
Requirements
This course is designed for learners with basic WordPress knowledge who want to advance their development skills.
Module 1: WordPress Theme Development
In this module, you will learn the essential components of a WordPress theme, including understanding the theme structure with files like index.php and style.css. You will create a custom WordPress theme from scratch and explore how to safely modify themes using child themes. We’ll also dive into WordPress's template hierarchy and demonstrate how to customize templates for unique designs
Module 2: WordPress Plugin Development
This module will guide you through the fundamentals of plugin development, teaching you about WordPress functions, hooks, and creating your first simple plugin. You’ll learn how to use shortcodes and create custom post types to extend WordPress functionality. Additionally, we will explore AJAX integration in plugin development to enable dynamic content and improve user interaction.
Module 3: WordPress Performance Optimization
In this module, you’ll focus on optimizing WordPress websites for speed and performance. You will learn techniques like caching, image compression, and database optimization to improve site load times and efficiency. The module also covers advanced SEO techniques, including schema markup and AMP (Accelerated Mobile Pages), to boost search engine rankings and improve user experience.
Module 4: Advanced WooCommerce Development
This module will cover advanced WooCommerce customization techniques, including modifying product pages, optimizing the checkout process, and integrating complex payment systems. You’ll learn how to manage subscriptions, digital products, and improve overall eCommerce functionality, enhancing the user experience and streamlining business operations.
Module 5: Website Security & Maintenance
Security is crucial for WordPress websites, and this module will teach you how to protect your site from hackers using malware scanning, firewall setups, and security best practices. You will also learn how to harden WordPress security using .htaccess and proper file permissions. Additionally, this module covers website migrations, handling backups, and ensuring smooth site maintenance.
Final Project
For your final project, you’ll apply everything you've learned throughout the course by developing a fully functional custom theme or plugin. This hands-on project will showcase your ability to create advanced WordPress solutions tailored to specific user needs.
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