Course Content
What is WordPress?
History and Evolution WordPress.com vs WordPress.org
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History and Evolution
09:20
WordPress.com vs WordPress.org
07:40
Why WordPress?
Popularity and Community Versatility in Web Development Case Studies: Examples of WordPress Sites
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Popularity and Community
03:29
Versatility in Web Development
04:24
Case Studies: Examples of WordPress Sites
08:40
Setting Up a WordPress Site
Domain Registration and Hosting Solutions Installing WordPress
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Domain Registration and Hosting Solutions
11:35
Installing WordPress
08:06
Dashboard Overview
Navigating the WordPress Dashboard User Roles and Permissions
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Navigating the WordPress Dashboard
04:08
User Roles and Permissions
07:12
Posts vs Pages
Creating and Editing Posts Adding and Managing Pages
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Creating and Editing Posts
08:47
Adding and Managing Pages
01:20
Media Management
Uploading and Managing Media Files Best Practices for Media Optimization
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Uploading and Managing Media Files
03:07
Best Practices for Media Optimization
03:36
Themes and Templates
Choosing the Right Theme Customizing Themes
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Choosing the Right Theme
04:32
Customizing Themes
09:26
Plugins
Essential Plugins for Beginners Installing and Managing Plugins
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Essential Plugins for Beginners
15:19
Installing and Managing Plugins
06:15
Basic SEO for WordPress
SEO Plugins and Tools On-Page SEO Best Practices
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SEO Plugins and Tools
07:48
On-Page SEO Best Practices
25:43
Analytics and Performance
Integrating Google Analytics Monitoring Site Performance
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Integrating Google Analytics
05:11
Monitoring Site Performance
03:22
WordPress in the Medical Marketing Field
Tailoring WordPress for Client Needs Case Studies: Successful WordPress Sites in Medical Marketing
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Tailoring WordPress for Client Needs
04:31
Security and Maintenance
Keeping WordPress Secure Regular Maintenance Tasks
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Keeping WordPress Secure
04:50
Regular Maintenance Tasks
09:48
Hands-On Session
Building a Simple WordPress Site Applying What We've Learned
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Building a Simple WordPress Site
12:08
Wordpress Basic Knowledge Quiz
01:00:00
WordPress Essentials for Beginners
About Lesson

Step 1: Choose a Hosting Provider

Before installing WordPress, you need a web hosting service. Hosting providers store your website files and make them accessible to visitors online. When choosing a hosting provider, consider factors like uptime, customer support, and WordPress-specific features. Popular choices for WordPress hosting include Bluehost, SiteGround, and WP Engine.

Step 2: Register a Domain Name

Your domain name is your website’s address on the internet (like yourwebsite.com). You can register a domain through your hosting provider or a separate domain registrar like GoDaddy or Namecheap. When choosing a domain name, aim for something memorable, concise, and relevant to your website’s content.

Step 3: Install WordPress

Option 1: One-Click Installation

Many hosting providers offer a one-click WordPress installation feature:

  1. Log in to your hosting account and navigate to the control panel.
  2. Look for a section labeled “Website” or “WordPress.”
  3. Click on “Install WordPress” or a similar option.
  4. Fill in the necessary details like site name, admin username, and password.
  5. Click “Install” and wait for the process to complete.

Option 2: Manual Installation

If your host does not offer one-click installation, you can install WordPress manually:

  1. Download WordPress: Go to WordPress.org and download the latest version of WordPress.
  2. Upload WordPress to Your Hosting Account: Using an FTP client (like FileZilla), upload the WordPress files to your desired directory on your web server.
  3. Create a MySQL Database and User: Use your hosting account’s control panel to create a new database and assign a user to it with full permissions.
  4. Configure wp-config.php: Rename the wp-config-sample.php file to wp-config.php and edit it to include your database details.
  5. Run the Installation: Go to your website’s URL and complete the installation by following the prompts.

Step 4: Select Your Theme

Once WordPress is installed, you can log into your dashboard and start customizing your site. One of the first tasks is choosing a theme. WordPress offers thousands of free and paid themes, each with different layouts and functionalities. Select one that suits your style and needs.

Step 5: Install Plugins

Plugins extend the functionality of your WordPress site. There are plugins for virtually everything – from SEO and security to social media integration and backups. Some essential plugins to consider include Yoast SEO for search engine optimization, Wordfence for security, and WPForms for contact forms.

Step 6: Create Your First Post

With WordPress installed, your theme selected, and essential plugins activated, it’s time to create content. Navigate to the “Posts” section in your WordPress dashboard to create and publish your first post.

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