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WordPress Web Development – Build Smart. Build Fast. Build with WordPress!

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About Course

This short course is your fast-track entry into the world of WordPress web development. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your website-building skills, you’ll learn how to create, customize, and launch professional websites using WordPress — without needing advanced coding knowledge.

By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to build your own website, set up client sites, or start freelancing as a WordPress developer.

Key Points Covered in the Course:

  • Introduction to WordPress

    • What is WordPress?

    • WordPress.com vs WordPress.org

    • Setting up hosting & domain

  • Installing and Configuring WordPress

    • Dashboard overview

    • Installing themes and plugins

    • Creating pages, posts, and menus

  • Customizing Your Website

    • Using popular page builders (like Elementor or Gutenberg)

    • Customizing themes and layouts

    • Responsive design basics

  • Essential Plugins

    • SEO (e.g., Yoast SEO or Rank Math)

    • Security (e.g., Wordfence)

    • Performance optimization (e.g., caching plugins)

  • eCommerce with WooCommerce (optional module)

    • Setting up an online store

    • Adding products & payment gateways

  • Website Launch & Maintenance

    • Going live with your site

    • Backups and updates

    • Basic troubleshooting

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What Will You Learn?

  • ✅ Set up a WordPress website from scratch using a domain and hosting provider
  • ✅ Navigate the WordPress dashboard with confidence
  • ✅ Install and customize themes to match your brand or project style
  • ✅ Use page builders like Elementor or Gutenberg for drag-and-drop design
  • ✅ Create pages, posts, menus, and contact forms with ease
  • ✅ Install essential plugins to boost SEO, security, and performance
  • ✅ Build mobile-friendly, responsive websites
  • ✅ Launch and manage live websites professionally
  • ✅ (Optional) Create an online store using WooCommerce
  • ✅ Start freelancing or building client websites with practical, real-world skills

Requirements

  • 💻 Basic computer skills (no coding needed!)
  • 🌐 A computer or laptop with internet access
  • 📧 An active email address (for signing up and managing your WordPress account)
  • 💳 Optional: A small budget for domain & hosting (for hands-on practice)
  • 🕒 Willingness to learn and a bit of patience — especially if you’re new to website building
  • No prior experience with web development or WordPress is required. This course is perfect for absolute beginners!