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The document outlines a comprehensive WordPress course covering topics such as setup, themes, content creation, plugins, SEO, security, and e-commerce. It includes detailed sections on managing user roles, optimizing performance, and maintaining a WordPress site. Additionally, advanced topics like custom post types and WordPress multisite management are also addressed.

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The document outlines a comprehensive WordPress course covering topics such as setup, themes, content creation, plugins, SEO, security, and e-commerce. It includes detailed sections on managing user roles, optimizing performance, and maintaining a WordPress site. Additionally, advanced topics like custom post types and WordPress multisite management are also addressed.

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WordPress Course Outline with Details and Example

By Professional WordPress Instructor

Millson Sales Corporation

Date: September 2024


Detailed WordPress Course with Examples
1. Introduction to WordPress
a) What is WordPress? - WordPress is a free and open-source content management system. It power

b) History and Evolution - Started in 2003 as a blogging platform, it now supports various websites, in

c) Types of WordPress - WordPress.org is self-hosted, while WordPress.com offers limited features u

d) Benefits of Using WordPress - It's flexible, SEO-friendly, and supports thousands of plugins and the

2. Setting Up WordPress
a) Domain and Hosting - Choose a reliable hosting provider such as Bluehost or SiteGround, with a cu

b) Installing WordPress - You can install it with a one-click option through hosting or manually using F

c) Navigating the Dashboard - The dashboard is the central hub to manage all aspects of your WordP

d) Basic Settings - Set up permalinks for SEO, adjust reading and writing settings, and configure gene

3. Understanding WordPress Themes


a) What is a Theme? - A theme controls the design of your website. Example: 'Astra' for a business si

b) Choosing a Theme - Consider responsiveness and features when selecting a theme for your site.

c) Installing a Theme - Install themes through the Appearance > Themes section, then customize via

d) Customizing Your Theme - Use widgets and menus to personalize your site. Example: Add social m

4. Creating Content in WordPress


a) Posts vs Pages - Posts are time-sensitive articles, while pages are static (e.g., 'About Us').

b) Creating a Post - Add categories and tags to organize content, write the post in the Block Editor.

c) Using the Block Editor - Each section of your content is a block (e.g., paragraph, image). Drag and

5. Plugins and Functionality


a) What Are Plugins? - Plugins add features such as SEO tools or contact forms to your site without c

b) Must-Have Plugins - Yoast SEO for optimization, Wordfence for security, and WP Rocket for cachin

6. Customizing Your WordPress Site


a) Using Widgets - Widgets allow you to add sidebars, search functions, and more. Example: Recent

b) Custom Menus - Create custom menus from Appearance > Menus, and add links to important sect

7. User Management in WordPress


a) Managing User Roles - Assign roles like Administrator, Editor, Author to control access. Example: E

8. SEO and Performance Optimization


a) Basic SEO Techniques - Ensure good site structure, use keywords in titles, and install SEO plugins

b) Optimizing Website Speed - Compress images, use a caching plugin like WP Rocket, and enable a

9. Security and Backup


a) Securing WordPress - Install security plugins like Wordfence, use strong passwords, and enable SS

b) Backup Solutions - Use plugins like UpdraftPlus for automated backups and easily restore your site

10. E-commerce and WordPress


a) Introduction to WooCommerce - WooCommerce turns your WordPress site into an online store with

b) Managing Products and Orders - Add products, manage inventory, and process payments via Woo

11. Maintaining Your WordPress Site


a) Updating WordPress - Regularly update themes, plugins, and WordPress core to prevent vulnerabi

b) Monitoring Traffic - Install Google Analytics to track your visitors and monitor site performance.

12. Advanced WordPress Topics


a) Custom Post Types - Create custom content types (e.g., portfolios) that are different from standard

b) WordPress Multisite - Manage multiple WordPress sites from a single installation, useful for networ
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