
About Course
Welcome to the Basics of WordPress Course!
Course Overview: This course is designed to introduce you to the foundational aspects of WordPress, the world’s leading Content Management System (CMS). Whether you’re looking to build personal blogs, company websites, or e-commerce platforms, WordPress offers the tools and flexibility to meet your needs. Over the next four weeks, you will embark on a journey from understanding the basic mechanics of WordPress to deploying a fully functional website.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental concepts of what CMS is and the specifics of WordPress.
- Navigate and manage the WordPress Dashboard with confidence, understanding the roles of posts, pages, themes, and plugins.
- Create and manage content, including text, images, and multimedia.
- Customise and enhance the functionality of your website through themes and plugins.
- Implement basic SEO strategies to enhance your site’s visibility.
- Maintain and secure your WordPress site against common threats.
- Launch an e-commerce site using WooCommerce.
- Build a complete WordPress site, integrating various elements and external services.
Who Should Take This Course:
- Beginners interested in learning how to use WordPress effectively.
- Aspiring web developers seeking to understand CMS platforms.
- Business owners or entrepreneurs aiming to create or manage their own websites.
- Students and professionals looking to add WordPress skills to their portfolio.
Course Structure:
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Frequency: 4 classes per week
- Methodology: Each class will include a mix of lectures, hands-on projects, and real-time editing within WordPress.
- Assessment: Performance will be assessed through a quiz at the end of the course.
- Certificate: All learners will receive a certificate after successfully completing the course and passing the Assessment.
Tools and Requirements:
- A computer with internet access.
- Basic understanding of using web browsers and managing files.
- No prior knowledge of programming or web development is required.
Preparation: To make the most of this course, participants are encouraged to:
- Set aside time for practice beyond the scheduled classes.
- Engage actively in discussions and hands-on activities.
- Keep a notebook or digital document for notes and observations.
Support: You will have access to course materials, including slides, resource links, and tutorial videos. For any queries, technical support will be available through the course forum or by contacting the instructor directly.
Course Content
Introduction to WordPress
History and Significance
00:00WordPress.com vs WordPress.org
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