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TECHCADD presents the best WordPress course in Jalandhar, Punjab. Excel in website development and management with expert support for all skill levels!
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WordPress Course • FROM TECHCADD • PHN.NO: • 098881 22254 • VISIT HERE: • https://techcadd.com
Introduction • WordPress is the world’s most popular Content Management System (CMS). • Powers over 40% of all websites globally. • Used to build blogs, business websites, eCommerce stores, portfolios, and more. • Open-source and highly customizable with plugins and themes.
Types of WordPress • Title: WordPress.com vs. WordPress.org • Content: • WordPress.com: • Hosted platform. • Less control, limited plugins/themes unless paid. • WordPress.org: • Self-hosted, full control. • Access to all themes, plugins, and customization options. • Which to Choose? • WordPress.com for beginners or hobby bloggers. • WordPress.org for professionals or businesses.
Setting Up WordPress • How to Install WordPress • Choose a domain and hosting provider (e.g., Bluehost, SiteGround). • Initial setup: • Select language • Site name and admin credentials • Login to Dashboard: yourdomain.com/wp-admin • One-click install via cPanel or manually upload WordPress files.
Navigating the Dashboard • WordPress Dashboard Overview • Main elements: • Posts: Blog entries. • Pages: Static content like About, Contact. • Appearance: Themes, menus, widgets. • Plugins: Extend functionality. • Settings: General, reading, writing, etc. • User roles: Admin, Editor, Author, Contributor, Subscriber.
Themes and Customization • Managing Themes • Install free themes via Dashboard or upload premium ones. • Go to Appearance > Themes > Add New • Use the Customizer: • Change logo, colors, layout • Live preview changes • Popular themes: Astra, OceanWP, Neve, Hello Elementor.
Creating Content • Posts vs. Pages • Posts: • Dated, appear in blog feed. • Categories and tags. • Pages: • Static and timeless (e.g., Home, About). • Add content via Block Editor (Gutenberg): • Drag-and-drop blocks for text, images, videos, buttons, etc.
Using Plugins • Extending Functionality with Plugins • Install via Plugins > Add New • Popular plugins: • Elementor: Page builder. • Yoast SEO: SEO optimization. • WooCommerce: eCommerce. • WPForms: Contact forms. • Keep plugins updated for security and performance.
SEO Basics • SEO in WordPress • Use SEO-friendly URLs (permalinks). • Install SEO plugin (Yoast, Rank Math). • Optimize: • *Titles and meta descriptions • * Image alt text • * Internal linking • Submit site to Google Search Console.
WordPress Security & Backups • Securing Your Website • Use strong passwords and limit login attempts. • Install security plugins like Wordfence or Sucuri. • Regular backups using plugins like UpdraftPlus. • Keep WordPress core, themes, and plugins up to date.
Final Thoughts & Resources • Next Steps and Learning Resources • Practice building different types of websites. • Explore: • WordPress Codex & Documentation • Online communities: Reddit, Stack Overflow, WPBeginner • Keep experimenting with new themes, plugins, and tools. • Continue learning: Advanced WordPress, custom themes, and plugin development.