November 2019
Beginner
7h 59m
English
Closed Captioning available in English
Overview
In this 8 hr course, you'll learn how to confidently create diverse WordPress websites and delve into essential skills like theme customization, plugins, and SEO optimization. With hands-on projects, we'll guide you to build a blog, an e-commerce site, and even convert HTML/CSS designs into WordPress themes.
What I will be able to do after this course
- Design and create diverse WordPress websites from start to finish.
- Convert static HTML/CSS designs into dynamic WordPress themes.
- Implement essential features such as menus, blog posts, pages, and widgets efficiently.
- Optimize WordPress websites for search engines using SEO best practices.
- Understand WordPress templates and PHP functions to deepen development knowledge.
Course Instructor(s)
Chris Dixon, a web development expert with years of experience teaching WordPress and web technologies, is passionate about making complex concepts approachable. Chris's teaching methodology combines clear explanations and practical examples, ensuring students not only learn but also apply their skills effectively.
Who is it for?
This course is ideal for aspiring web developers or designers eager to start building websites, even with no prior experience. It's suitable for hobbyists wanting to craft personal projects, or professionals seeking to expand their skills into WordPress development. It's also great for those looking to transition static designs into dynamic WordPress templates.
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