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Wordpress: Create a Blogging Website: Wordpress Step-by-Step

Name: Wordpress: Create a Blogging Website: Wordpress Step-by-Step
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Wordpress blog: Create a Wordpress blogging website: Wordpress step-by-step

Created byBrian Jackson

Last updated 3/2025

English

What you'll learn

How to purchase inexpensive website hosting, free domain name and SSL certification. How to install your SSL certificate and install Wordpress on your website.
How to install the Wordpress Extra theme to define the look of your site. How to configure your theme. How to install plugins to extend WP functionality.
How to create simple About and Contact page with a Contact Form 7 form. How to create a blog post using the Classic Wordpress editor.
How to confiture the Wordpress Primary Menu and add widgets to your website. How to add a mailing list signup form to the sidebar of your website.
How to create multiple websites per hosting account, perform blog post SEO, use the Elementor plugin to create complex pages and monetizing your website.

Course content

9 sections • 22 lectures • 2h 47m total length

Course Overview4:18
In this lecture, I explain the process for creating an inexpensive Wordpress blogging website in just one hour.

Install Your Theme10:46
In this lecture, I purchase and install what I believe to be the best blogging Wordpress theme available on our website and things immediately look better from the user end.
Customize Your Website9:07
In this lecture, I perform some minor customizations to our newly loaded theme including adding a site logo and favicon.
Install Your Plugins6:55
In this lecture, I install a handful of plugins to extend Wordpress' functionality in support of future development plans.

Configure Your Primary Menu9:59
In this lecture, I create our primary menu that runs across the top of every page and post and demonstrate complex cascading menus.
Configure Your Widgets7:45
In this lecture, I add widgets to the sidebar displayed on every page and post.
Install a Mailing List Signup Form8:19
In this lecture, I add an embedded mailing list signup form to our sidebar using a Custom HTML widget.

Updates to Author Blog and Reviews5:01
In this lecture, I provide an overview of the content, layout and monetization changes I've been making to my blog, Author Blog and Reviews, since I initially recorded this course.
Configure Your Page Layout with Category Builder13:18
In this lecture, I explain how to use the Divi screen builder based Category Builder to modify the default page layouts of the Extra theme home and category pages.
Traffic and Monetization7:47
In this lecture, I provide the most recent update on my Author Blog and Reviews monetization efforts.

Create a Second Wordpress Website for the Cost of a Domain Name10:44
In this lecture, I create another website on my Hostinger account using a $1.16 domain name I bought off Namecheap.
Use the Elementor Page Builder12:56
In this lecture, I demonstrate the Elementor block-based page builder, my preferred block editor for building complex pages.
Perform Blog Post SEO with Yoast SEO7:30
in this lecture, I demonstrate the use of the Yoast SEO plugin to perform Search Engine Optimization (SEO) on your blog posts to have them rank higher in search results.
Monetize Your Blog5:41
In this lecture, I discuss monetization options to make your blog pay for itself... and more.

Requirements

To follow along with the course, you will need to purchase inexpensive web hosting and an inexpensive Wordpress theme.

Description

Create a WordPress Blogging Website: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building Your Own WordPress Blog

Do you have a message to share with the world? A blog is one of the most powerful ways to establish your online presence, build an audience, and create compelling content that resonates with readers. Whether you aspire to share personal insights, showcase your expertise, or generate income through blogging, this course will guide you through the process of creating a professional WordPress blog from the ground up.

Why Enroll in This Course?

In this comprehensive, step-by-step course, you will learn how to set up and launch a fully functional WordPress blog—even without technical experience. With clear instructions and hands-on demonstrations, you will gain the confidence to build, customize, and optimize your blog efficiently.

By the end of this course, you will have a beautifully designed WordPress blog that is secure, user-friendly, and ready to attract visitors. You will also acquire the essential knowledge to enhance your blog’s functionality and visibility, setting the stage for long-term success.

What You Will Learn:

How to select and purchase web hosting that suits your blogging needs
Step-by-step instructions to install WordPress with ease
How to apply a professional-looking WordPress theme to enhance your blog’s aesthetics
Essential customizations to improve site usability and branding
How to install and configure essential plugins to enhance functionality
Strategies for creating compelling blog content that engages your audience
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) techniques to increase blog visibility
Monetization strategies to generate income from your blog

Course Topics Covered:

Setting Up Your Blog Foundation

Selecting and purchasing reliable web hosting
Installing a free SSL certificate for enhanced security
Using the auto-installer to set up WordPress effortlessly

Customizing Your Blog Design and Structure

Installing the perfect WordPress theme for blogging
Applying essential modifications to personalize your theme
Configuring the primary menu and sidebar widgets

Creating Content and Expanding Blog Functionality

Crafting an engaging About page using the Classic Editor
Setting up a Contact page with the Contact Form 7 plugin
Writing and publishing your first blog post
Adding a mailing list signup widget to grow your audience

Advanced Features and Optimization

Installing multiple WordPress websites on a single hosting account
Performing blog post-SEO using the Yoast SEO plugin
Monetization techniques to turn your blog into a revenue-generating platform

Who Should Take This Course?

Aspiring bloggers who want to build a professional website without technical expertise
Business owners looking to enhance their online presence through blogging
Writers, content creators, and digital marketers seeking to expand their reach
Anyone interested in learning WordPress basics in an easy-to-follow format

If you are ready to create a WordPress blog that not only looks great but also performs exceptionally well, enroll now and take the first step toward launching your blogging journey. Let’s build your blog together!

I'll see you in the classroom,

---Brian

Who this course is for:

This course is targeted at students brand new to Wordpress.
This course is targeted at students needing a blog.
This course is directed at intermediate Wordpress users wanting to brush up their skills.

Wordpress: Create a Blogging Website: Wordpress Step-by-Step

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Introduction1 lecture • 4min

Installing Your Website3 lectures • 18min

Configuring Your Website3 lectures • 27min

Creating Your Website3 lectures • 28min

Intermission1 lecture • 1min

Configuring Navigation3 lectures • 26min

Configuring Page Layout and Traffic3 lectures • 26min

Additional Material4 lectures • 37min

Conclusion1 lecture • 1min

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