Course Description

This course is designed for individuals looking to master WordPress, the world’s most popular Content Management System (CMS). Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience with WordPress, this course will take you through a journey of understanding the core fundamentals, theme and plugin development, advanced customization, and high-level security and performance optimization techniques. By the end of the course, you’ll be capable of creating professional, highly-functional websites and applications using WordPress.

Course Outline

Week 1-2: Introduction and WordPress Fundamentals

• Overview of WordPress
• Installation and Setup
• Dashboard and Interface Introduction
• Posts, Pages, and Media Management
• Themes: Selection, Installation, and Customization
• Plugins: Essentials and Installation

Week 3-4: Deep Dive into Themes and Plugins

• Theme Development Basics
• Understanding Theme Hierarchy and Template Files
• Introduction to Plugin Development
• Hooks and Filters
• Custom Post Types and Taxonomies

Week 5-6: Advanced Customization and Functionality

• Advanced Theme Customization Techniques
• Building Custom Plugins
• Integrating APIs and External Services
• E-commerce Integration using WooCommerce

Week 7-8: Performance, Security, and SEO

• WordPress Site Optimization for Speed and Performance
• Security Best Practices
• SEO Fundamentals and Best Practices for WordPress

Week 9-10: Project and Real-world Applications

• Project Planning and Execution
• Best Practices for Maintenance and Scalability
• Case Studies: Successful WordPress Projects

Week 11: Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and Meta Boxes

• Introduction to Advanced Custom Fields (ACF)
• Creating and Displaying Custom Fields
• Utilizing Meta Boxes for Enhanced Content Management
• Practical Applications of ACF in Theme Development

Week 12: WordPress Multisite, Scalability, and Best Practices

• Setting Up and Managing WordPress Multisite Networks
• Strategies for Scalable WordPress Development
• WordPress Best Practices for Developers
• Course Wrap-Up and Final Project Presentation

Course Scope

Upon completion, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to:

• Develop custom WordPress themes and plugins.
• Optimize WordPress sites for speed and performance.
• Implement advanced security measures.
• Conduct SEO optimization for WordPress sites.

Course Benefits

• Comprehensive understanding of WordPress, from basic setup to advanced development.
• Hands-on experience with theme and plugin development.
• Skills to optimize, secure, and scale WordPress websites.
• Certificate of Completion.

Technical Knowledge Gained

• Proficiency in WordPress installation, configuration, and management.
• Ability to create custom themes and plugins.
• Skills in optimizing site performance and implementing security measures.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices for WordPress sites.

Enrollment Eligibility

• Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and PHP is recommended but not mandatory.
• No prior experience with WordPress is required.

Required Software

• Local development environment (XAMPP, MAMP, Local by Flywheel, etc.)
• Code Editor (VS Code, Sublime Text, etc.)
• Latest version of WordPress
• Web Browser (Chrome, Firefox, etc.)

Mode of Study

• Online

Course Duration

• The course is designed to last 12 weeks, (3 months).

Course Fee

• 2,700/- month, One Time Full Fees Rs. 8,000/-.

Why Choose Us

• Expert instructors with real-world WordPress development experience.
• Comprehensive curriculum covering both theoretical and practical aspects.
• Continuous support and feedback on assignments and projects.

Free Available Resources

• WordPress Codex: https://codex.wordpress.org
• WordPress TV: https://wordpress.tv/
• Online communities: WordPress.org forums, Reddit r/WordPress

Free Available Material

• eBooks: “WordPress for Beginners” and “WordPress Theme Development”
• Online tutorials and guides on WordPress.org 

Course-Related Books

• Professional WordPress: Design and Development by Brad Williams, David Damstra, and Hal Stern
• WordPress Themes In Depth by Jeff Starr
• WordPress Plugin Development Cookbook by Yannick Lefebvre

FAQs

Q: Do I need any prior coding experience?

A: Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and PHP is beneficial, but beginners are welcome as we cover fundamentals in the early weeks.

Q: Are there any additional costs apart from the course fee?

A: No, the course fee covers all required materials and resources.

Q: Is there any certificate provided at the end of the course?

A: Yes, you will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Q: What if I miss a live session?

A: All sessions will be conducted via Zoom, and you will have access to the recordings.