• Whether you want to create websites without coding, or you need to learn WordPress so you can update existing websites at your job, I've got you covered.

In this brisk but thorough course we build a website together step-by-step and along the way you organically absorb and master WordPress. I'm all about having you follow along with me and I always encourage experimentation over memorization. My ultimate goal is to give you the "vocabulary of WordPress" so you can continue learning independently long after this course completes. There is no prerequisite knowledge required!

Here's a summary of what we cover:

• What is WordPress used for?

  WordPress is an online software that offers tools to build impressive blogs and websites. Its creators, Mike Little and Matt Mullenweg, released the first version in 2003. Back then, it was a free blogging tool. WordPress has since grown into a powerful site-building platform used by millions. Today, WordPress powers over 35% of all active sites on the internet. This includes sites from well-known companies like Sony Music, Microsoft News, TechCrunch, Disney, and more. What gives WordPress its edge is the platform's flexibility. You can create a blog, a business site, an e-commerce store, or an interactive forum. Best of all, self-hosted WordPress is free and open-source. Developers from all over the world can create exciting themes, plugins, and widgets. If you can dream it, then you can build it with WordPress.

  What is the best way to learn WordPress?

  Many first-time WordPress users find the learning curve steep and the experience frustrating. But it doesn't need to be this way. A well-structured online course taught by a knowledgeable instructor is the solution. Online courses let beginners get familiar with the WordPress platform and learn the basics of web design and site structure. Students can take full control of their learning experience at a pace that suits them. The instructor is available through online forums to answer any questions that come up along the way.

   

  Can I use WordPress without coding?

  Yes, it’s easy to use WordPress without any knowledge of coding or computer programming. The design goal for WordPress is to be user-friendly to people at all skill levels. The user interface is simple and welcoming to beginners. Users can do most of their editing at the touch of a button, while WordPress handles the coding on the back end. WordPress offers many templates that make it easy to create a new website without designing everything from scratch. Website creators can easily add features with plugins, widgets, and templates. For any tasks that do require lines of code, WordPress offers a wealth of helpful guides online. These provide simple instructions for adding code to a WordPress site, with no need for programming knowledge. Users who do know how to code can also access the advanced tools for web designers and developers.

  What are some alternatives to WordPress?

  While WordPress is one of the most popular self-hosting platforms, it’s not the only accessible option for people who want to start a blog or website. Platforms such as Wix, Squarespace, Blogger, Medium, and Tumblr have emerged as alternatives to WordPress. Wix and Squarespace are both designed with entrepreneurs and startups in mind. These platforms include templates, customization options, user-friendly editing tools, and online payment features. Wix offers free and premium plans, while Squarespace only offers paid plan tiers. Google's tool Blogger is free and easy to learn, making it popular for hobbyist bloggers. Although it may not provide the customization options that professionals are seeking. Medium and Tumblr are blog hosting tools that also act as social media platforms. They are both popular for writers and creators to connect and network.