Websites For Business
A WordPress Masterclass
By Thavhayamipfa Nemakundani
Categories: Coding and Designing

About Course
Module 1: Introduction to WordPress
- Understanding the Basics of WordPress
- Exploring WordPress Features and Capabilities
- Installing WordPress Locally and on a Web Server
- Navigating the WordPress Dashboard
Module 2: Setting Up Your Development Environment
- Choosing the Right Development Tools and Environment
- Installing and Configuring Local Development Environment (e.g., XAMPP, MAMP)
- Configuring Remote Development Environment (e.g., Setting up a Development Server)
Module 3: WordPress Fundamentals
- Understanding Posts, Pages, and Custom Post Types
- Managing Categories and Tags
- Exploring Themes and Templates
- Introduction to Plugins and Widgets
Module 4: WordPress Theme Development
- Understanding the Anatomy of a WordPress Theme
- Creating a Custom Theme from Scratch
- Customizing Existing Themes
- Using Child Themes for Modifications
Module 5: Advanced Theme Development Techniques
- Adding Custom Post Types and Taxonomies
- Implementing Custom Fields and Meta Boxes
- Integrating Custom Page Templates
- Implementing Responsive Design with CSS Frameworks (e.g., Bootstrap)
Module 6: Plugin Development
- Introduction to WordPress Plugin Architecture
- Creating Your First Plugin
- Understanding Actions, Filters, and Hooks
- Integrating Third-Party APIs into Plugins
Module 7: Database Management and Optimization
- Understanding the WordPress Database Structure
- Best Practices for Database Management
- Optimizing Database Queries for Performance
- Using Caching Plugins for Improved Performance
Module 8: Security Best Practices
- Understanding WordPress Security Vulnerabilities
- Implementing Basic Security Measures
- Securing Your WordPress Installation
- Implementing SSL Certificates and HTTPS
Module 9: Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Understanding SEO Basics
- Optimizing Content for Search Engines
- Using SEO Plugins and Tools
- Improving Site Performance for Better SEO Rankings
Module 10: Website Deployment and Maintenance
- Deploying WordPress Websites to Production Servers
- Performing Regular Backups and Updates
- Monitoring Website Performance and Uptime
- Troubleshooting Common Issues
Module 11: Monetization Strategies
- Exploring Different Monetization Models (e.g., Ads, Affiliate Marketing, E-commerce)
- Integrating E-commerce Solutions with WordPress
- Optimizing Conversion Rates
Module 12: Scaling WordPress for High Traffic
- Understanding Scalability Challenges
- Implementing Caching Strategies
- Load Balancing Techniques
- Leveraging Content Delivery Networks (CDNs)
Module 13: WordPress Multisite
- Introduction to WordPress Multisite
- Setting Up and Configuring Multisite Network
- Managing Multiple Sites within a Network
- Pros and Cons of WordPress Multisite
Module 14: Advanced Customization Techniques
- Implementing AJAX in WordPress
- Creating Custom Shortcodes and Widgets
- Extending WordPress Functionality with REST API
Module 15: Building a Portfolio Project
- Applying Everything Learned in a Real-World Project
- Planning and Developing a Business Website from Scratch
- Integrating Advanced Features and Functionality
Module 16: Course Conclusion
- Recap of Key Concepts Covered
- Next Steps in Your WordPress Development Journey
- Resources for Further Learning and Development
What Will You Learn?
- Define Your Purpose and Goals
- Select a Domain and Hosting
- Choose a Professional Theme
- Customize Your Site
- Install Essential Plugins
- Create Essential Pages
- Optimize for SEO
- Implement Security Measures
- Mobile Optimization
- Integrate Analytics
- Regular Backups
- Social Media Integration
- Testing
- Launch and Promote
- Maintenance
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