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In this lesson, we will cover the basics of the internet and what we need to get a website live on the internet
Understand how web hosting and modern browsers work, including DNS lookups and server requests, and how fast hosting improves page load times, user experience, and business results.
Understand how domain names map to IP addresses through DNS lookups, the roles of registries and registrars, and the common $15-a-year cost for a standard domain.
Choose a hosting provider that delivers speed, reliable support, and scalable resources for growing WordPress traffic. Avoid affiliate-driven reviews and rely on trusted recommendations from this course.
Choose the right Hostinger plan to suit your business: avoid single hosting, opt for premium or business for 100 websites, free domain, WooCommerce optimization, and speed boosts.
Choose a hosting plan and 12, 24, or 48 months with the Ricky coupon for 10% off; opt for four years at $3.49/mo, renews $8.99, offering affordable speed, service, scalability.
Learn how to choose a great domain name for your WordPress business by brainstorming many ideas, cross-checking them with practical criteria, and considering keywords and branding.
Log into your hosting account and claim your free domain with Hostinger, search for a domain and TLD, enjoy a free first year before renewal, with no DNS changes required.
Compare domain names and pricing on Namecheap versus GoDaddy, noting free privacy protection, availability checks, and renewal costs to find affordable, long-term value for your business site.
update your domain's name servers to point to your hosting account, then wait for DNS propagation (up to 48 hours) for WordPress to load.
Explore the key differences between pages and posts, clarifying when to use pages for site sections and posts for blog content.
Browse and activate WordPress themes from the repository, customize their options, and compare free and premium options like Cadence to quickly build a themed site.
Apply a Cadence starter template to your WordPress site, then customize colors, fonts, and content. Explore free versus pro templates and tailor pages and menus for your business.
Configure WordPress settings to secure your site with https, set time zone and language, adjust permalinks to post name, and manage privacy and reading options.
Learn to customize your WordPress website by adjusting colors, fonts, and logos, and configuring header and footer layouts. Explore theme-specific options and publish changes as you tailor branding.
Edit and tailor your WordPress pages using the block editor, delete unused sections, and adjust navigation to reflect new pages, enabling a customized front page for your business.
Learn to add, edit, and organize the navigation menu in WordPress, including header and footer menus, adding pages, removing items, reordering, and nesting for clear user navigation.
Install and activate essential plugins to expand your WordPress site functionality. Utilize Elementor for design, Rankmath for SEO, Updraft Plus for backups, and Wordfence for security; learn to upload external plugins.
Have you ever felt left behind with your inability to grasp the basics of the internet, web hosting and how to build an impactful website for your company or business?
This course is designed to take complete beginners by the hand and introduce them to the world of web hosting and how to build a WordPress website for any business.
Welcome to this no-nonsense WordPress & web hosting course aimed to help you set up your first business website using WordPress. You will master the art of building a business website from scratch using WordPress, and we will cover everything from the basics of the internet to the intricacies of web hosting, domain names, and effective web design. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to build a professional and scalable website for any business.
What You Will Learn:
Fundamentals of the Internet and Web Browsing:
Understand the structure and functioning of the internet.
Get familiar with modern-day internet browsers and their features.
Domain Names and Web Hosting:
Learn how to claim a domain name completely for free, with powerful, practical tips on picking the very best name.
Explore the world of web hosting and how to select the very best, cost-effective option for your needs.
Understand the importance of website speed, uptime, and scalability in web hosting.
WordPress Basics:
Dive into WordPress, the world's most popular website builder.
Navigate through the WordPress dashboard and understand its functionalities.
Create and manage content using WordPress's intuitive interface and block editor.
Website Design and User Experience:
Learn the principles of effective web design.
Create visually appealing layouts that are also user-friendly.
Essential Plugins and Tools:
Get acquainted with essential WordPress plugins for SEO, security, and performance.
Explore tools like Wordfence for website security and RankMath for search engine optimisation.
So who am I? Well, my name is Ricky, and I'm an experienced web developer and entrepreneur with a career spanning over 15 years working online. During this time, I have helped hundreds of businesses and entrepreneurs create an impactful online presence using WordPress.
Why should you learn from me?
I have over 15 years of experience working online: a successful e-commerce business owner, SEO agency owner, WordPress Developer, and authoritative blogger and owner of 5 blogs.
I have worked with 250+ aspiring business owners, crafting a powerful online presence for them and setting them up for future success
Passionate WordPress course creator, with over 10,000 students and counting, helping my students create a better version of their lives through their new and empowered skills.
This course is ideal for:
Entrepreneurs looking to create a professional online presence for their business.
Freelancers aiming to expand their skills in web development and digital marketing.
Anyone interested in learning how to build and manage a business website effectively?
Course Format:
Our course is structured to be interactive and engaging, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. We utilise a blend of video tutorials and hands-on lectures where you will be designing, crafting and learning all about developing your own WordPress website for your business.
Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience, this course will take you through every step of building a dynamic and successful business website. Join me inside, and together we will hone your skills and empower your online business presence for success :)