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.

Course Information

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.

What Will You Learn?


This advanced course will help you master WordPress development by focusing on custom themes, plugins, performance optimization, and security.

  1. Learn how to build a custom WordPress theme from scratch, including template hierarchy and child themes.
  2. Develop custom WordPress plugins using hooks, shortcodes, and AJAX for dynamic functionality.
  3. Optimize website speed with caching, image compression, and database management.
  4. Implement advanced SEO strategies, including schema markup and AMP for better search rankings.
  5. Customize WooCommerce product pages, checkout systems, and manage digital products.
  6. Secure your WordPress site with malware scanning, firewall setup, and security best practices .
  7. Handle website migrations, automated backups, and ensure smooth site maintenance.
  8. Gain hands-on experience by developing a fully functional custom theme or plugin.

Requirements


This course is designed for learners with basic WordPress knowledge who want to advance their development skills.

  1. Basic understanding of WordPress, including themes, plugins, and the dashboard.
  2. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and PHP is recommended but not mandatory.
  3. A computer with an internet connection for hands-on practice.
  4. Access to a local development environment (XAMPP, LAMP, or Local by Flywheel) or a web hosting account.
  5. Willingness to explore advanced WordPress development techniques and best practices.
  • 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
    Turn your WordPress site into an eCommerce platform by setting up WooCommerce. Learn how to add products, configure payment gateways, manage orders, and create a seamless checkout experience for online customers.
Batch Start Date Timing Days Mode

Custom Batch Time

Course price

₹22,500 ₹25,000