WordPress Development Course
Duration: 8–10 Weeks
Objective: Learn the fundamentals of WordPress, including website setup, theme customization, plugin management, and basic SEO to build fully functional and professional websites.
Prerequisites: Basic computer skills and familiarity with internet browsing
Introduction to WordPress
What is WordPress?
WordPress.com vs. WordPress.org
Understanding CMS (Content Management System)
Installing WordPress locally and on live servers
Getting Started with WordPress
WordPress dashboard overview
Posts vs. Pages
Managing media (images, videos, documents)
Creating menus and navigation
Themes and Customization
Installing and activating themes
Customizing themes with WordPress Customizer
Introduction to child themes
Page builders (Elementor / WPBakery basics)
Plugins and Functionality
What are plugins and how to use them
Installing essential plugins (contact forms, SEO, security, etc.)
Managing plugin updates and settings
Using WooCommerce for eCommerce functionality
Creating and Managing Content
Writing blog posts and articles
Embedding multimedia content
Using categories and tags for content organization
Managing comments and discussions
Basic SEO and Performance Optimization
Introduction to SEO concepts
Installing and configuring SEO plugins (e.g., Yoast SEO)
Optimizing images and content for speed
Caching and performance plugins
User Management and Security
Understanding user roles and permissions
Adding and managing users
Securing your WordPress site (SSL, firewalls, backups)
Common vulnerabilities and how to prevent them
Building a Complete Project
Creating a full website (e.g., business, portfolio, or blog)
Applying a custom theme and plugins
Adding real content and images
Launching the website and going live
Outcome of the Course:
At SH Computer Academy, our WordPress Development Course is an 8 to 10-week program designed for students in Pakistan after Matric and Intermediate, focused on building practical skills to create dynamic and professional websites using WordPress. The course starts with an introduction to the WordPress platform and installation, guiding students through dashboard navigation and content management. Learners then explore theme customization and plugin integration to enhance site functionality and appearance. With hands-on experience in managing users, SEO basics, and site security, students develop fully functional websites tailored to business, blog, or portfolio needs. By the end of the course, students will confidently build and maintain responsive WordPress websites, ready to launch for real-world use.
