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Web Development with WordPress

This course is designed for non-IT students who want to build professional websites without writing any code. It focuses on practical, hands-on skills using WordPress’s intuitive tools, themes, and plugins. The course is structured into 10 modules, progressing from foundational concepts to launching and maintaining a site. Each module includes key learning areas with objectives, activities, and expected outcomes.

About Course

  • WordPress Web Designer and Developer
  • Understand the concept of no-code development and its benefits for beginners.
  • Explore why WordPress is ideal for no-code website creation (e.g., open-source, user-friendly, community support).
  • Overview of WordPress ecosystem: core features, themes, plugins, and hosting options.
  • Set personal goals for the course and brainstorm simple website ideas.
  • Choose and set up hosting providers suitable for beginners (e.g., free vs. paid options).
  • Install WordPress using one-click installers or local environments.
  • Navigate the WordPress dashboard, including settings, users, and basic configurations.
  • Create a simple “Hello World” site to test setup.
  • Identify free and premium themes from the WordPress repository or marketplaces.
  • Install and activate themes without coding.
  • Use built-in customizers to adjust colors, fonts, layouts, and headers/footers.
  • Evaluate themes for responsiveness and mobile-friendliness.
  • Explain what plugins are and how they extend WordPress capabilities.
  • Install and manage plugins from the dashboard.
  • Explore essential no-code plugins (e.g., contact forms, galleries, social sharing).
  • Configure plugins to add features like pop-ups or sliders without technical setup.
  • Differentiate between posts, pages, and custom post types.
  • Use the Gutenberg block editor for text, images, and embeds.
  • Organize media library: uploading, editing, and optimizing images/videos.
  • Draft, publish, and schedule content with categories and tags.
  • Introduce page builder plugins like Elementor or Beaver Builder.
  • Design layouts using pre-built templates and drag-and-drop elements.
  • Add sections, columns, widgets, and animations visually.
  • Create a multi-page site prototype (e.g., homepage, about, contact).
  • Build custom menus and navigation bars.
  • Use widgets for sidebars, footers, and dynamic content areas.
  • Organize site hierarchy with parent/child pages and links.
  • Test user experience for intuitive navigation.
  • Understand core SEO principles (e.g., keywords, meta descriptions).
  • Install and configure SEO plugins like Yoast or Rank Math.
  • Optimize site speed with caching plugins and image compression tools.
  • Implement basic analytics tracking without code.
  • Identify common security risks and best practices (e.g., strong passwords).
  • Use security plugins for firewalls, malware scanning, and login protection.
  • Set up automatic backups and updates.
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks like database cleanup.
  • Prepare for launch: domain registration, SSL certificates, and final testing.
  • Go live and troubleshoot common issues.
  • Integrate basic e-commerce or forms if needed (e.g., via WooCommerce plugins).
  • Explore advanced no-code extensions, community resources, and portfolio building.
  • Microsoft Windows 10/11
  • Various Linux distributions (e.g., Ubuntu, Mint)
  • macOS (for specific laptop repairs)
  • Memory Testers: MemTest86+
  • Storage Health Checkers: CrystalDiskInfo, manufacturer-specific tools (e.g., Western Digital Data Lifeguard, SeaTools)
  • Hardware Monitors: HWiNFO, Speccy, CPU-Z, GPU-Z
  • Boot & Utility Drives: Hiren’s BootCD PE, Ultimate Boot CD (UBCD), or custom Windows Preinstallation Environment (WinPE) tools
  • 2 Weeks
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