WordPress has gained reputation as one of the best content management systems (CMS) which allows you to build and host websites.
The software (WordPress.org) is free and open-source, meaning that you will not pay to use the software, though you will pay a little for hosting. To make the most out of WordPress (which powers over 43.3 % of all websites on the internet) you need to understand it.
Below we look at some courses to help you understand it better.
Skillshare – WordPress Academy
Skillshare is a platform that gives learners a great platform to learn new skills from established creators. Therefore, the WordPress Academy is right at home here.
The course helps you learn the basics of PHP, WordPress and practical tutorials. You also get to learn about themes, plugins, widgets among others. One can learn to build all kinds of websites, from a simple blog to an e-commerce website. You can even learn how to run several sites through their WordPress Multisite.
Coursera – Build A Full Website Using WordPress
While the course title is a mouthful, the course itself is a well-designed A-Z tutorial on how to build a WordPress site.
The course takes you through the process of setting up a new site, creating content and adding social buttons and everything needed to get your site running.
WPShout – Up and Running
Up and Running is a comprehensive e-book on WordPress that takes you through 8 courses on WordPress. In the course, you will learn about languages used on WordPress site development, custom scripts, tag functions among others.
You also get to learn from experienced WordPress developers, Fred Meyers and David Hayes. So you are in good hands with this course.
Udemy – Complete WordPress Website Developer Course
This course is very much a beginner-level course designed for those just starting with the platform.
This course offers you the basics of WordPress, how to build and host a WordPress site and how to manage content among others.
The course, developed by seasoned web and iOS developer, Shubham Saurav, costs $50 for 52 classes.
Knowing about WordPress is critical in helping you set up a site that will gain the necessary traffic and become an income earner for you. More about these courses can be found here.
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