WordPress development involves creating, customizing, and maintaining websites using WordPress, a popular content management system (CMS). It includes setting up WordPress on a web server or locally, designing website appearances with themes, and extending functionality with plugins. Developers manage content, integrate e-commerce solutions like WooCommerce, optimize for search engines, and ensure site performance and security. WordPress development requires proficiency in web technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL, making it versatile for diverse website needs and scalable for various applications.

• Introduction to WordPress

  • Overview of WordPress
  • History and evolution
  • Understanding WordPress as a content management system (CMS)

• Setting Up WordPress

  • Installing WordPress locally and on a web server
  • Configuring basic settings and options
  • Understanding the WordPress dashboard and interface

• WordPress Themes

  • Introduction to WordPress themes
  • Customizing themes using the WordPress Customizer
  • Developing and modifying themes using child themes

• WordPress Plugins

  • Overview of WordPress plugins
  • Installing and activating plugins
  • Developing custom plugins and extending functionality

• WordPress Content Management

  • Creating and managing posts, pages, and custom post types
  • Organizing content with categories and tags
  • Using media library for images, videos, and other media

• WordPress Security

  • Understanding WordPress security best practices
  • Securing user accounts and permissions
  • Implementing security plugins and measures

• Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

  • Basics of SEO for WordPress websites
  • Optimizing content for search engines
  • Using SEO plugins and tools

• Responsive Design and Themes

  • Designing responsive WordPress websites
  • Testing and optimizing for different devices and screen sizes
  • Mobile-first design principles

• E-commerce with WordPress

  • Introduction to WordPress e-commerce solutions (WooCommerce, etc.)
  • Setting up and configuring an online store
  • Managing products, orders, and payments

• WordPress Performance Optimization

  • Improving website speed and performance
  • Caching strategies and optimization techniques
  • Analyzing and optimizing database queries

• WordPress Maintenance and Troubleshooting

  • Regular maintenance tasks (updates, backups, etc.)
  • Troubleshooting common issues and errors
  • Restoring and recovering WordPress websites

• Advanced WordPress Development

  • Customizing WordPress functionality with hooks and filters
  • Creating custom page templates and template hierarchy
  • Integrating third-party APIs and services

• Professional Practices

  • Client communication and project management
  • Best practices for WordPress development projects
  • Career opportunities and continuous learning

• Capstone Project

  • Developing a complete WordPress website from concept to launch
  • Applying advanced WordPress development skills and techniques
  • Presentation and peer review