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WordPress Basics Learn Web Development to Build Website 2026

Name: WordPress Basics Learn Web Development to Build Website 2026
Rating: 4.7 (6 reviews)

Learn WordPress and web development fundamentals to build, customize, and manage websites without coding

Created byShaa Web

Last updated 4/2026

English

What you'll learn

Understand WordPress Fundamentals: Learn about the architecture of WordPress, including themes, plugins, and the WordPress dashboard.
Create Compelling Content: Master the art of creating and formatting posts and pages using the WordPress editor.
Customize Your Site: Explore different themes and learn how to customize them to fit your brand identity.
Add Functionality with Plugins: Discover how to enhance your website's functionality by installing and configuring various plugins.
Manage and Update Content: Understand how to regularly update your content and manage your site's performance.

Course content

13 sections • 41 lectures • 1h 24m total length

Introduction2:43
Learn basic WordPress development by guiding beginners through setting up a local environment, installing WordPress, exploring the admin panel, themes, pages, plugins, blog posts, comments, and navigation menus.
How to Get Most Out of this Course?2:39
Follow the lessons in order, skip ahead when familiar, and apply concepts through exercises and projects while using the QA section, notes, and peer interaction to deepen understanding.
What is WordPress?1:20
Explore WordPress, a free open source content management system that lets you create and manage websites with themes, plugins, multimedia support, and WooCommerce e-commerce.
WordPress Uses3:34
WordPress powers blogging, business websites, e-commerce stores with WooCommerce, portfolios, memberships, LMS-based learning platforms, news sites, social networks, NGOs, and landing pages using themes and plugins.

Install Xampp3:57
Download and install xampp on a windows machine by running the installer as administrator and completing the setup for Apache and MySQL, then use the xampp control panel.
Start Local Server0:56
Learn how to start a local server using Xampp by starting Apache and MySQL from the Xampp control panel, then open the admin dashboard in your browser.
Access PhpMyAdmin and Create New Database0:55
Start MySQL and access phpMyAdmin to create a new database for your WordPress project, naming it demo WordPress and clicking create.

Install WordPress on Local Machine / localhost5:03
Install WordPress on your local machine using localhost to kick off WordPress development, exploring setup basics and local hosting for building websites.
WordPress File Structure2:18
Learn the WordPress file structure as part of WordPress basics in web development to build websites.
Start Xampp and Run Wordpress on Browser1:10
Learn to set up a local WordPress environment using XAMPP and run WordPress in your browser to begin building and testing websites.
Access Admin Panel - WordPress Admin1:31
Access the WordPress admin panel by visiting localhost/wordpress/wp-admin after starting your Apache server, then log in with the provided credentials.

Admin Panel Overview3:16
Access the WordPress admin panel, login at localhost/wp-admin, and manage posts, media, pages, comments, appearance, plugins, users, tools, and settings.
Basic Website Settings1:35
Navigate to the dashboard, update site name and tagline, set the site url and admin email, adjust date and time formats, then save changes and refresh to view updates.
Clear WordPress Default Content1:54
Clear the default WordPress content by emptying posts, pages, categories, media, and comments through the admin panel, using trash and delete permanently via bulk actions.

Free Themes0:02
Method 1 - Install Theme by Search - Direct Method1:54
Install and activate new WordPress themes directly from the dashboard by adding a theme, selecting and installing it, then activating to see the updated front-end layout.
Method 2 - Install Theme by Upload2:21
Install a WordPress theme by uploading the theme file to your site. Explore practical steps in WordPress basics to build websites.
Remove Theme From Website1:03
Remove themes from your WordPress site by navigating to the dashboard, selecting themes, deleting the chosen theme from the WP Content Themes folder, and refreshing to confirm.

Method 1 - Install Plugin by Search - Direct Method2:35
Learn to search and install WordPress plugins from the dashboard, activate and manage them by deactivating or deleting, using the contact form seven as an example.
Method 2 - Install Plugin by Upload2:54
Learn to install a WordPress plugin by uploading. Download the plugin from the WordPress official site, upload via the add new plugin screen, then activate and verify in installed plugins.

Create Blog Category1:16
Learn how to create a blog category in WordPress to organize posts and streamline your site structure.
Blog Category - 21:18
Develop WordPress basics to build websites and organize content with blog categories. Explore creating and managing blog categories to structure a professional WordPress site.
Create Blog Post2:36
Create a blog post in WordPress by adding a title and content, inserting images and headings, selecting the blog and sports categories, and publishing with a preview.
Post - Tags1:40
Edit a blog post to add multiple tags in the right side panel, save, and preview to see posts grouped under sports, news, and trending.

Allow Comments for Blog Posts2:12
Learn how to enable and test comments for blog posts in WordPress, including default settings, submitting a test comment on the blog post page, and how moderation works.
Approve / Reject User comments1:44
Manage user comments from the WordPress admin panel by approving, trashing, marking spam, replying, editing, and publishing updates, then review how changes reflect on the blog post.
Disable Comments for Posts0:48
Learn to disable comments for a WordPress blog post by selecting the post, using quick edit to adjust the allow comments option, and updating to close.
Disable Comment for Entire Website2:00
Learn how to disable comments across an entire WordPress site, covering how to turn off comments for posts, pages, and sitewide settings.

Create Menu2:11
Create and manage WordPress navigation menus by logging into the dashboard, adding pages such as homepage, about, and contact, and organizing them with drag-and-drop before saving the menu.
Set Primary Menu for Website0:44
Set the primary menu by navigating to Appearance, Menus, Manage Locations, selecting the desired menu in the primary menu dropdown, and saving changes to view on the front end.
Delete Menu1:35
Learn how to manage WordPress navigation by deleting menu items, streamlining your website's structure as part of building websites with WordPress basics.
Remove Menu Item0:29
Learn to remove a navigation menu item by toggling the icon, selecting remove, and saving the menu, then preview the front end to confirm the main menu item is removed.

Requirements

No Programming Knowledge needed.
No prior experience required.
Start from scratch. You will learn everything you need to know.

Description

Welcome to the "WordPress Basics Learn Web Development to Build Websites" course! This hands-on course is designed to help you quickly master WordPress and kickstart your journey into web development. Whether you're a beginner, an entrepreneur, or an aspiring web developer, you’ll gain the essential skills to build and manage a fully functional website.

WordPress is the world's most popular Content Management System (CMS), powering millions of websites. This course will teach you how to set up, customize, and optimize a website using WordPress themes, plugins, and best practices—all in a step-by-step approach.

What You’ll Learn:

WordPress Fundamentals – Understand how WordPress works, from themes to plugins.
Website Setup – Choose the right web hosting, register a domain, and install WordPress.
Content Creation – Create, format, and publish posts & pages using the WordPress editor.
Customization – Modify themes, tweak site layouts, and adjust design elements to match your brand.
Plugin Integration – Extend website functionality with essential WordPress plugins.
Website Management – Learn how to update, maintain, and optimize your site for performance.

Who Should Enroll?

Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners – Build your own professional website without hiring a developer.
Bloggers & Content Creators – Learn how to create and manage a blog effectively.
Aspiring Web Developers – Kickstart your career in web development with WordPress.
Freelancers – Gain skills to design websites for clients and grow your business.

Course Highlights:

Comprehensive Learning – Master WordPress web development step by step.
Hands-on Training – Step-by-step guides, video tutorials, and real-world examples.
No Coding Required – Learn web development without writing a single line of code.
Lifetime Access – Learn at your own pace with downloadable resources and ongoing updates.

By the end of this course, you'll have the knowledge and confidence to create, manage, and customize WordPress websites like a pro. Start your web development journey today.

Enroll Now and Build Your First WordPress Website!

Who this course is for:

This course is for anyone who wants to get started creating websites and/or blogs.
For all who want to learn WordPress
For all who want to learn Content Management System

WordPress Basics Learn Web Development to Build Website 2026

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Course content

Introduction4 lectures • 10min

Local Environment Setup3 lectures • 6min

Setting Up WordPress4 lectures • 10min

WordPress Admin Panel Overview3 lectures • 7min

Themes4 lectures • 5min

Pages1 lecture • 4min

Plugins2 lectures • 5min

Blog4 lectures • 7min

Comments4 lectures • 7min

Navigation - Menu4 lectures • 5min

Requirements

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