| Lessons | Subtopics and Lessons |
|---|---|
| Chapter 1 :- Introduction to WordPress Development | |
| 1. Understanding Web Development Basics | – Introduction to Web Development – Fundamentals of HTML – Introduction to CSS – Basics of JavaScript |
| 2. WordPress as a Content Management System | – What is a Content Management System? – Evolution of WordPress – Comparing WordPress with Other CMS Options |
| 3. Setting Up Local Development Environment | – Introduction to Local Development – Installing and Configuring XAMPP (Windows) – Installing Local by Flywheel (macOS) – Installing WordPress Locally |
| Chapter 2: WordPress Fundamentals | |
| 1. Installing WordPress on a Web Server | – Choosing a Hosting Provider and Domain – Uploading WordPress via FTP – Running the WordPress Installer |
| 2. Exploring the WordPress Dashboard | – Navigating the Dashboard Interface – Managing Posts – Managing Pages – Understanding Custom Post Types |
| 3. Understanding Posts, Pages, and Custom Post Types | – Creating and Managing Blog Posts – Creating and Managing Static Pages – Exploring Custom Post Types |
| 4. Navigating the Media Library and Uploading Files | – Uploading Media Files – Organizing Media with Categories and Tags – Inserting Media into Posts and Pages |
| Chapter 3: Introduction to Themes and Plugins | |
| 1. Choosing a Suitable Theme for Your Project | – Understanding Theme Selection – Exploring Theme Sources |
| 2. Installing and Activating Themes | – Installing Themes from the Repository – Installing Premium Themes |
| 3. Exploring the Importance of Plugins in WordPress Development | – Understanding the Role of Plugins – Essential Plugins for Every Site |
| 4. Installing and Configuring Essential Plugins | – Installing Plugins from the WordPress Dashboard – Configuring SEO Plugins |
| Chapter 1:- Introduction to WordPress Development | |
| 1. Introduction to Elementor Page Builder | – Understanding Page Builders – Exploring the Elementor Interface |
| 2. Installing and Setting Up Elementor | – Installing the Elementor Plugin – Configuring Global Styles |
| 3. Building and Customizing Pages with Elementor | – Creating New Pages with Elementor – Designing Layouts with Widgets – Customizing Element Styles |
| 4. Utilizing Elementor Templates and Blocks | – Exploring Elementor Templates – Using Elementor Blocks |
| Chapter 5: Designing Headers and Footers | |
| 1. Exploring Header and Footer Design Principles | – Understanding Header and Footer Importance – Principles of Effective Design |
| 2. Customizing Headers and Footers Using Elementor | – Designing Custom Headers with Elementor – Crafting Footer Layouts |
| 3. Creating Sticky Headers for Better User Experience | – Understanding Sticky Headers – Enhancing Sticky Headers with Interactivity |
| 4. Adding Navigation Menus to Headers | – Creating Custom Menus – Assigning Menus to Different Locations |
| Lessons | Subtopics and Lessons |
|---|---|
| Chapter 6: Mastering Page Customization | |
| 1. Using Custom Page Templates for Unique Layouts | – Installing and Setting Up the Yoast SEO Plugin – Optimizing On-Page Content – Generating XML Sitemaps |
| 2. Exploring the WordPress Customizer for Visual Changes | – Introduction to the WordPress Customizer – Customizing Site Identity and Branding |
| 3. Modifying Page Layouts Using CSS and Elementor’s Advanced Styling Options | – Introduction to CSS for Styling – Customizing Elementor Elements with Advanced Styling |
| 4. Incorporating Multimedia Elements Effectively | – Adding Images and Graphics – Embedding Videos and Media Players – Creating Image Galleries |
| Chapter 7: Introduction to eCommerce with WooCommerce | |
| 1. Setting Up an Online Store Using WooCommerce | – Introduction to WooCommerce – Installing WooCommerce Plugin |
| 2. Adding and Configuring Products in WooCommerce | – Adding Physical Products – Adding Digital Products – Configuring Product Variations |
| 3. Customizing the WooCommerce Shop Pages | – Designing the Main Shop Page – Creating Product Category Pages – Using Shortcodes for Product Listings |
| 4. Managing Orders, Inventory, and Shipping Options | – Processing Customer Orders – Managing Inventory Levels – Configuring Shipping Options |
| Chapter 8: Enhancing eCommerce Functionality | |
| 1. Exploring WooCommerce Extensions and Plugins | – Installing and Setting Up the Yoast SEO Plugin – Optimizing On-Page Content – Generating XML Sitemaps |
| 2. Setting Up Payment Gateways for Secure Transactions | – Introduction to Payment Gateways – Configuring PayPal Payment Gateway – Configuring Stripe Payment Gateway |
| 3. Implementing Product Reviews and Ratings | – Enabling Product Reviews – Moderating Product Reviews |
| 4. Integrating Social Sharing and Wishlist Features | – Adding Social Sharing Buttons to Product Pages – Implementing Wishlist Functionality |
| Chapter 9: Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for WordPress | |
| 1. Understanding the Basics of SEO and Its Importance | – Introduction to Search Engine Optimization |
| 2. Optimizing On-Page Elements: Titles, Meta Descriptions, Headings, URLs | – Crafting SEO-Friendly Page Titles – Creating Effective Meta Descriptions – Structuring Page Headings for SEO – Optimizing URLs for Search Engines |
| 3. Using SEO Plugins Like Yoast SEO | – Installing and Setting Up Yoast SEO Plugin – Optimizing On-Page Content – Generating XML Sitemaps |
| 4. Generating XML Sitemaps and Improving Site Speed | – Generating XML Sitemaps – Improving Site Speed |
| Chapter 10: Website Security and Maintenance | |
| 1. Implementing Security Best Practices | – Understanding Website Security – Creating Strong Passwords – Using Two-Factor Authentication |
| 2. Installing Security Plugins for Malware Scanning and Firewall Protection | – Introduction to Security Plugins – Installing and Configuring Wordfence – Monitoring and Scanning for Malware |
| 3. Backing Up Your WordPress Site Regularly | – Understanding the Importance of Backups – Using Backup Plugins – Performing Manual Backups |
| 4. Updating WordPress Core, Themes, and Plugins Safely | – Understanding Software Updates – Updating WordPress Core – Updating Themes and Plugins |
| Lessons | Subtopics and Lessons |
|---|---|
| Chapter 11: Launching and Managing Your Website | |
| 1. Pre-Launch Checklist | – Testing for Compatibility and Responsiveness – Reviewing Content for Accuracy – SEO Review and Optimization |
| 2. Choosing a Reliable Web Hosting Provider and Domain Name | – Selecting a Suitable Hosting Provider – Registering a Domain Name |
| 3. Uploading Your Site to a Live Server | – Moving Your Local Site to a Live Server – Configuring Domain and URL Settings |
| 4. Ongoing Website Management and Content Updates | – Managing Content Updates – Monitoring Site Performance – Engaging with Users |
| Chapter 12: Troubleshooting and Advanced Tips | |
| 1. Common WordPress Issues and Their Solutions | – White Screen of Death – Error Establishing Database Connection – Common Plugin Conflicts |
| 2. Debugging Techniques and Tools | – Enabling WP_DEBUG for Error Reporting – Using Debugging Plugins – Analyzing PHP Error Logs |
| 3. Implementing Custom Functionality Using Child Themes and Custom Code | – Introduction to Child Themes – Adding Custom CSS with Child Themes – Writing Custom Code Snippets – Integrating Third-Party Libraries and APIs |
| 4. Exploring Advanced Plugins and Integrations for Specific Needs | – Researching Advanced Plugins – Implementing Third-Party Integrations |
| Chapter 13: Final Projects and Case Studies | |
| 1. Students’ Final Project Presentations | – Showcasing Student Projects – Celebrating Achievements |
| 2. Showcasing Real-World WordPress Success Stories | – Analyzing Successful Websites – Learning from WordPress Professionals |
| 3. Analyzing Case Studies of Websites with Successful WordPress Implementations | – Exploring Case Studies – Identifying Key Takeaways |