WordPress Development For Beginners

WordPress Development for Beginners is an introductory course designed to provide individuals with the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to build and customize websites using WordPress. Whether you are a complete novice in web development or have limited experience with WordPress, this course will equip you with the essential tools to create functional and visually appealing websites.

Throughout the course, you will gain a solid understanding of how WordPress works, its core features, and the various components that make up a WordPress website. You will learn how to install and configure WordPress, create and manage content, and customize the appearance of your website using themes and plugins.

The curriculum will cover the following key topics:

1. Introduction to WordPress: Explore the history and benefits of WordPress, understand its architecture, and learn how to set up a local development environment.

2. Getting Started: Navigate the WordPress dashboard, create user accounts, and understand the different user roles and permissions.

3. Creating and Managing Content: Learn how to create and publish posts and pages, format text, add images and videos, and manage comments.

4. Customizing Website Appearance: Discover how to choose and customize themes, create custom menus and navigation, and use widgets to enhance your website’s functionality.

5. Extending Functionality with Plugins: Explore the vast world of plugins and learn how to install, activate, and configure them to add new features and functionality to your website.

6. Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Understand the basics of SEO and learn how to optimize your WordPress website for better search engine rankings.

7. Security and Maintenance: Discover best practices for securing your WordPress website, backing up your data, and performing regular updates to ensure site stability and security.

8. Troubleshooting and Support: Learn how to troubleshoot common WordPress issues, find resources for support, and join the WordPress community.

The course will be delivered through a combination of interactive lectures, hands-on exercises, and practical projects to reinforce your learning. By the end of this course, you will have the confidence and skills to create and maintain your own WordPress websites.