Web Design With WordPress
Become a Professional web designer with the use of WordPress
- Duration: 12 weeks
- Training: Online/Onsite
- Course Fee:
- Status: Coming Soon
About This Course
This is a comprehensive course designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to create professional websites using the WordPress platform. Whether you’re a beginner looking to build your first website or a business owner aiming to enhance your online presence, this course will guide you through the entire website design process, from setting up your WordPress site to optimizing its performance and launching it to the world.
Course Overview
- Overview of WordPress as a Content Management System (CMS)
- Advantages of using WordPress for website design
- Understanding the difference between WordPress.com and WordPress.org
- Choosing a domain name and web hosting provider
- Installing WordPress on your hosting server
- Exploring the WordPress dashboard and its various sections
- Choosing and installing a WordPress Theme
- Customizing the appearance of your website using the WordPress Customizer
- Understanding the role of plugins in extending website functionality
- Installing and configuring essential plugins for design and functionality
- Understanding the difference between posts and pages
- Creating and editing pages for different sections of your website (e.g., homepage, about page, contact page)
- Adding images, videos, and other media to your content
- Organizing your content using categories and tags
- Creating custom layouts and designs without coding using drag-and-drop interfaces
- Introduction to popular WordPress page builders (e.g., Elementor, Beaver Builder, Divi)
- Adding advanced elements like sliders, galleries, and forms to your pages
- Understanding the importance of website speed and performance
- Optimizing images and media files for faster loading times
- Installing and configuring caching plugins
- Implementing basic SEO techniques (e.g., optimizing meta tags, creating SEO-friendly URLs)
- Introduction to WooCommerce plugin for adding e-commerce functionality
- Setting up a product catalog and adding products to your online store
- Configuring payment gateways and shipping options
- Customizing the design and layout of your WooCommerce store
- Integrating contact forms for user engagement
- Adding social media buttons and sharing options
- Implementing live chat support for customer assistance
- Incorporating subscription forms for email marketing
- Implementing security best practices to protect your website from threats
- Performing regular backups and updates to keep your site secure and up-to-date
- Monitoring website performance and troubleshooting common issues
- Preparing your website for launch (checking links, testing forms, proofreading content)
- Configuring domain settings and making your website accessible to visitors
- Promoting your website through social media, email marketing, and other channels
- Using analytics tools to track website traffic and user behavior
- Analyzing website performance metrics (e.g., bounce rate, conversion rate)
- Making data-driven decisions to improve user experience and website effectiveness
Course Benefits
- Gain a deep understanding of WordPress as a powerful content management system (CMS) for website design.
- Learn how to set up and customize your WordPress website, including choosing themes, installing plugins, and creating engaging content.
- Explore advanced features and functionalities of WordPress, such as page builders and e-commerce integration with WooCommerce.
- Understand best practices for website performance optimization, search engine optimization (SEO), and website security.
- Develop essential skills for managing and maintaining your WordPress website, including regular updates and backups.
- Access practical exercises and real-world examples to apply learning in a hands-on manner.
- Receive guidance on launching your website and promoting it effectively to reach your target audience.
- Join a supportive community of learners and access additional resources for continuous learning and improvement.
