WordPress Basic Course Outline
1. Introduction to WordPress
- What is WordPress?
- WordPress is an open-source Content Management System (CMS) used to build websites and blogs.
- The difference between WordPress.com and WordPress.org.
- Why Use WordPress?
- Ease of use.
- Flexibility and extensibility.
- Large support community and themes/plugins.
2. Setting Up WordPress
- Choosing a Web Host
- Recommended hosts for WordPress.
- Importance of hosting and domain name.
- Installing WordPress
- Manual installation or one-click installs (using hosts like Bluehost, SiteGround, etc.).
- The WordPress dashboard overview.
3. Understanding the WordPress Dashboard
- Admin Dashboard Overview
- Posts, Pages, Media, Comments, Appearance, Plugins, Settings, and Users.
- Editing Your Profile
- How to update personal information and password.
4. Managing Content
- Posts vs. Pages
- When to use a post (for blogs) and when to use a page (for static content).
- Adding and Editing Posts
- Creating a new post.
- Categories and tags for organizing posts.
- Adding and Editing Pages
- Creating static pages (e.g., About, Contact).
- Adding Media (Images, Videos, etc.)
- Uploading and inserting media files into posts/pages.
5. WordPress Themes
- Choosing a Theme
- Free vs. premium themes.
- Installing and activating a theme.
- Customizing Your Theme
- Theme customizer tools (colors, fonts, logo, etc.).
- Basic Theme Modifications
- Using the block editor to adjust layout and content.
6. WordPress Plugins
- What are Plugins?
- Extend functionality (SEO, security, forms, etc.).
- Installing and Activating Plugins
- How to search for and install plugins from the WordPress plugin directory.
- Popular Plugins
- Yoast SEO, Akismet Anti-Spam, Contact Form 7, Elementor, etc.
7. Basic Site Settings
- General Settings
- Site title, tagline, timezone, and language.
- Reading Settings
- Choose your homepage display (static vs. latest posts).
- Permalink Settings
- Configuring URLs for better SEO (e.g., Post name structure).
8. Managing Users and Permissions
- Creating and Managing Users
- How to add users (e.g., Admin, Editor, Author, Subscriber).
- Setting User Permissions
- Control what users can and cannot do on your site.
9. SEO for WordPress
- Introduction to SEO
- Basics of on-page SEO (titles, meta descriptions, headings).
- Using SEO Plugins
- Setting up and configuring Yoast SEO or Rank Math.
10. Backup and Security
- Backing Up Your WordPress Site
- Manual vs. automated backups.
- Plugins for backups (e.g., UpdraftPlus).
- Securing Your Site
- Using security plugins (e.g., Wordfence, Sucuri).
- Best practices for WordPress security.
11. Publishing Your Site
- Preview and Publish
- How to preview and publish content.
- Making Your Site Public
- Turning off “Coming Soon” mode.
- Updating WordPress, Themes, and Plugins
- Keeping everything up to date for security and functionality.
12. Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Fixing the White Screen of Death
- How to resolve common error messages.
- Dealing with Slow WordPress Performance
- Tips for optimizing site speed.
Additional Resources
- WordPress Codex and Support Forums
- WordPress Codex is the official manual for WordPress users.
- Forums for troubleshooting and finding solutions to problems.
- Online Courses and Tutorials
- You can check platforms like Udemy or Coursera for free or paid WordPress courses.
If you are looking for specific details about taksid.com’s WordPress course, I’d recommend checking out their website or contacting their support for course details, pricing, and enrollment information. But I hope this basic outline gives you a solid starting point for your WordPress learning journey!