Module 1: Introduction to WordPress (Week 1)

Overview: Learn WordPress basics and explore Content Management Systems (CMS).

Topics:

Understanding What is WordPress Development and its applications

Setting up WordPress locally and on web hosts

Navigating the WordPress dashboard

Project: Set up a basic WordPress website as your first project.

Module 2: Themes and Customization (Week 2)

Overview: Learn to choose and customize themes that make your site unique.

Topics:

Selecting and activating themes

Using the WordPress Customizer and child themes for unique customizations

Building with page builders like Elementor

Project: Customize a WordPress theme to create a personal blog or portfolio.

Module 3: Plugins and Website Functionality (Weeks 3-4)

Overview: Add essential functionality to your site with plugins.

Topics:

Installing and managing plugins for SEO for WordPress, security, and performance

Adding contact forms and social sharing options

Project: Use plugins to enhance your site with forms, social buttons, and analytics.

Module 4: Content Management and SEO (Weeks 5-6)

Overview: Master content creation and on-page SEO to improve visibility.

Topics:

Writing effective blog posts with the Gutenberg block editor

Applying SEO techniques using Yoast SEO

Optimizing images and meta tags

Project: Create and optimize SEO-friendly blog posts for your WordPress site.

Module 5: WordPress Security, Backup, and Maintenance (Week 7)

Overview: Learn to secure, back up, and maintain your WordPress website.

Topics:

Protecting WordPress from security risks

Setting up backups and recovery

Updating WordPress, themes, and plugins safely

Project: Set up security and backup solutions to protect your site.

Module 6: Advanced Customizations and Launch (Week 8)

Overview: Prepare your site for launch with advanced customizations.

Topics:

Adding custom CSS and HTML for unique styling

Managing widgets and menus

Testing site responsiveness and connecting to a domain

Project: Finalize and launch your professional WordPress site.