Build a website for your independent business in the same spirit you run it. DIY (do it yourself) with WordPress and Genesis, the WordPress theme framework. In this course, Carrie Dils shows how to create a website complete with features such as a contact form, social media sharing buttons, and even recipes. She walks through every step in the process: from site planning and finding the right plugins, to installing a new child theme and customizing the appearance of your site to make it match your brand. She also offers tips for prepping and sharing your site with the world.

Topics include:

• Understanding your site goals
• Making a content inventory
• Choosing a theme and plugins
• Configuring theme settings
• Finding and installing plugins
• Adding custom styles
• Securing your site and managing spam