WordPress Essentials

Course Overview

Course Title: WordPress Essentials

Duration: 8 Weeks

Description: This focused two-month course is designed for individuals seeking to master the essential skills needed for WordPress website development and maintenance. Participants will learn practical techniques to build, customize, and manage WordPress sites. Through hands-on exercises, real-world scenarios, and detailed tutorials, students will gain proficiency in using WordPress for web development.

Detailed Course Outline

Weeks 1-2: Introduction to WordPress

• Understanding the WordPress Platform

  • Overview of WordPress as a content management system (CMS).
  • Installation and setup of a WordPress site.

• Navigating the WordPress Dashboard

  • Introduction to the WordPress admin interface.
  • Configuring basic settings for optimal performance.

Weeks 3-4: Building and Customizing WordPress Sites

• Creating and Managing Content

  • Adding and organizing pages and posts.
  • Utilizing categories and tags for effective content management.

• Themes and Customization

  • Exploring and installing various WordPress themes.
  • Customizing themes using the WordPress Customizer.

Weeks 5-6: Plugins and Advanced Functionality

• Understanding and Installing Plugins

  • Overview of popular WordPress plugins and their functionalities.
  • Installing and configuring essential plugins for enhanced site features.

• Adding Advanced Functionality

  • Exploring advanced features through plugins.
  • Integrating e-commerce and other functionalities into WordPress sites.

Weeks 7-8: Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• WordPress Site Maintenance

  • Conducting regular updates and backups to ensure site security.
  • Managing user roles and permissions effectively.

• Troubleshooting Common Issues

  • Identifying and resolving frequent WordPress issues.
  • Techniques for debugging and error handling.

Evaluation and Assessment

Participants will be assessed through practical exercises, site creation and customization projects, and a final project, ensuring a comprehensive understanding and application of WordPress skills.