WordPress Essentials Build and Manage Websites Without Coding
This beginner-friendly course provides a comprehensive introduction to WordPress, covering everything from installation to website customization. You’ll learn how to choose and customize themes, use essential plugins, manage content, optimize SEO, and enhance website security. By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills to build and manage a fully functional WordPress website without any coding knowledge.
This beginner-friendly course will help you master WordPress, starting from the basics like setting up WordPress on local and web hosting to advanced topics such as SEO optimization, security, and website performance. You’ll learn how to navigate the WordPress dashboard, customize themes, install essential plugins, and create engaging content with pages and posts.
What Will You Learn?
This course will help you learn WordPress from the ground up, covering essential topics such as installation, customization, content management, and website optimization.
Master the fundamentals of WordPress website building.
Containerize applications using Docker for scalability.
Learn to install and configure WordPress on local and web hosting environments.
Understand the difference between WordPress.com and WordPress.org.
Customize website themes and layouts using WordPress Customizer and Elementor.
Enhance website functionality with essential plugins like SEO, security, and performance boosters.
Manage pages, posts, categories, and tags effectively.
Optimize WordPress websites for SEO, speed, and mobile responsiveness.
Set up an online store with WooCommerce and configure payment gateways.
Secure your website from hackers and automate backups for recovery.
Gain hands-on experience by creating a complete business website or blog.
Requirements
This course is designed for beginners with no prior experience in WordPress or web development.
No coding knowledge is required.
A computer with an internet connection.
Willingness to learn and explore WordPress tools and features.
Basic familiarity with using a web browser.
Access to a local or web hosting environment (guidance will be provided).
Module 1: Introduction to WordPress
Learn what WordPress is and why it’s the most popular website-building platform. Understand the differences between WordPress.com and WordPress.org, set up WordPress on local and web hosting, and explore the WordPress dashboard.
Module 2: Themes & Website Design
Discover how to choose the right theme for your website, whether free or premium. Learn how to customize themes using the WordPress Customizer and design stunning pages effortlessly using Elementor and other drag-and-drop page builders.
Module 3: Plugins & Functionality
Enhance your website with essential plugins for SEO, security, and performance. Learn how to install and configure plugins for added functionality, such as contact forms, sliders, social media integration, and interactive widgets.
Module 4: Content Management
Master the basics of content creation by learning how to create and manage pages and blog posts. Organize your content effectively using categories and tags, and enhance your posts with images, videos, and embedded media for better engagement.
Module 5: WordPress SEO & Performance
Optimize your website for search engines using SEO plugins like Yoast SEO or Rank Math. Improve website performance by optimizing images, enabling caching, and ensuring mobile responsiveness for a faster and smoother user experience.
Module 6: WooCommerce Basics (Optional)
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.
Module 7: Security & Website Backup
Protect your WordPress website from hackers and cyber threats by implementing security best practices. Set up automated backups to safeguard your data and restore your site in case of any security breaches or technical failures.
Final Project:
Apply everything you’ve learned by building a complete business website or blog using WordPress. Implement SEO strategies, optimize performance, and secure your site before launching it to the world.