Develop a free website with WordPress from Coursera

By the end of this project, you will learn how to develop your free website created in WordPress for personal or commercial purposes. This guided project is designed for people who already created their website on WordPress and now want to add pages, creates articles and publish media. WordPress offers a large variety of free website design and possibilities to develop a commercial website, a blog, a photo gallery, amongst others, allowing you to create an aesthetically pleasing online platform and/or add value to your business marketing. After completing this project, you will be able to create all the contents that you please, such as a photo gallery or a blog post. WordPress is an easy and free platform that provides all the tools you need to create an organized and visually appealing product while offering potential added customization and tools at a low price. Everything for your website is available on this platform! This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. Weâ€™re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Develop a free website with WordPress with these activities:

Review HTML or CSS Basics

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Strengthen your basics by reviewing key concepts of HTML and CSS to ensure a solid understanding of your WordPress website's code.

Browse courses on HTML

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Identify key concepts in HTML and CSS.
Read articles or watch videos to refresh your memory.
Practice writing basic HTML and CSS code.

Attend a WordPress Meetup

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Connect with other WordPress enthusiasts and learn from their experiences by attending a local Meetup.

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Find a WordPress Meetup in your area.
Attend the Meetup and interact with other attendees.
Share your knowledge and ask questions.
Join the Meetup group and stay connected.

Wordpress tutorials

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Push your learning beyond the course by following tutorials that provide more detail on the features of Wordpress.

Browse courses on Wordpress

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Identify a specific area or skill in Wordpress that you would like to improve.
Search for tutorials on WordPress sites or YouTube that cover the topic.
Follow the instructions in the tutorial.
Practice the skill or feature in your WordPress website.

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WordPress Resources Collection

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Compile a list of useful articles, tutorials, and plugins to help you enhance your Wordpress website.

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Identify the different categories of resources you need.
Search and gather resources from reliable sources.
Organize and categorize the resources.
Share your compilation with others.

Contribute to the WordPress Community

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Enhance your skills by assisting others in the WordPress community through forums or support channels.

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Join the WordPress community forums or support groups.
Offer help and support to other users.
Report bugs and provide constructive feedback.
Contribute to WordPress documentation or code.
Attend WordPress contributor events.

Build multiple pages

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Strengthen your Wordpress skills by building various pages such as contact pages or portfolio sections.

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Identify the different types of pages you want to create.
Customize the page layout, design, and content.
Add widgets and plugins to enhance functionality.
Test the functionality and responsiveness of your pages.

Create a landing page

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Solidify your skills by creating a landing page for your website.

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Define the purpose and goals of your landing page.
Choose a template or design your landing page.
Add compelling content and a clear call to action.
Optimize your landing page for conversions.
Publish your landing page and promote it.

Start a blog

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Enhance your content creation skills by starting a blog related to your website's niche.

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Choose a niche and target audience for your blog.
Create high-quality, valuable content that resonates with your audience.
Promote your blog through social media, email marketing, and other channels.
Engage with your readers and respond to comments.
Track your blog's performance and make adjustments as needed.

Develop a WordPress Theme

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Create a custom WordPress theme to enhance the look and functionality of your website.

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Learn about WordPress theme development.
Plan and design your theme.
Code your theme using HTML, CSS, and PHP.
Test and debug your theme.
Publish and promote your theme.

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Learners who complete Develop a free website with WordPress will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

WordPress Developer

A WordPress Developer specializes in developing and managing websites using WordPress. They have a deep understanding of WordPress's features and functionality, and they can create custom themes and plugins to meet specific client needs. This course would be highly beneficial for aspiring WordPress Developers as it provides comprehensive guidance on WordPress development.

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Web Development Manager

A Web Development Manager can oversee the development of websites, ensuring that they are functional, aesthetically pleasing, and optimized for search engines and mobile devices. This course would be beneficial for those looking to pursue a career as a Web Development Manager as it provides guidance on creating and managing websites using WordPress, a popular content management system.

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Web Designer

A Web Designer is responsible for the visual appearance and usability of a website. They work with clients to understand their needs and create a website that meets their goals. This course would be helpful for aspiring Web Designers as it offers insights into website design principles and techniques using WordPress.

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Content Writer

A Content Writer creates and manages written content for websites, blogs, and other online platforms. They ensure that the content is engaging, informative, and optimized for search engines. This course can be valuable for Content Writers as it provides guidance on creating and publishing content using WordPress.

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Digital Marketing Specialist

A Digital Marketing Specialist is responsible for planning and executing marketing campaigns across various digital channels, such as websites, social media, and email. They track results and make adjustments to optimize campaigns for better performance. This course would be useful for Digital Marketing Specialists as it provides an understanding of website development and management using WordPress, a popular platform for online marketing.

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Freelance Web Developer

A Freelance Web Developer is self-employed and provides web development services to clients. They are responsible for all aspects of website development, from design to coding and maintenance. This course would be beneficial for those looking to become Freelance Web Developers as it offers practical experience in website creation using WordPress.

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SEO Specialist

An SEO Specialist optimizes websites to improve their visibility and ranking in search engine results pages (SERPs). They analyze website content, structure, and backlinks to identify areas for improvement. This course would be helpful for aspiring SEO Specialists as it provides an understanding of website development and management using WordPress, a platform widely used for SEO.

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Web Content Manager

A Web Content Manager is responsible for planning, creating, and managing website content. They ensure that the content is accurate, engaging, and aligned with the website's goals. This course would be useful for Web Content Managers as it provides insights into website development and management using WordPress, a popular platform for content management.

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Product Manager

A Product Manager is responsible for the lifecycle of a product, from inception to launch and beyond. They work with cross-functional teams to ensure that the product meets customer needs and business objectives. This course may be useful for Product Managers as it provides insights into website development and management, which are essential aspects of product development.

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Information Architect

An Information Architect organizes and structures website content to make it easy for users to find what they are looking for. They create sitemaps, navigation systems, and other information structures. This course may be useful for Information Architects as it provides an understanding of website development and management, which are essential aspects of information architecture.

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User Experience (UX) Designer

A UX Designer focuses on improving the user experience of a website or application. They conduct user research, create prototypes, and design interfaces to ensure that the product is easy to use and enjoyable. This course may be useful for UX Designers as it provides an understanding of website development and management, which are important aspects of UX design.

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Graphic designer

A Graphic Designer creates visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. This course may be useful for Graphic Designers as it provides an understanding of website development and management, which can be beneficial for creating website graphics and designs.

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Technical Writer

A Technical Writer creates documentation, such as user manuals, technical reports, and white papers, to explain complex technical information. This course may be useful for Technical Writers as it provides an understanding of website development and management, which can be beneficial for creating website documentation.

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Business Analyst

A Business Analyst identifies and analyzes business needs and develops solutions to improve business processes. They work with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze data, and make recommendations. This course may be useful for Business Analysts as it provides an understanding of website development and management, which can be beneficial for understanding the technical aspects of business processes.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager plans, executes, and monitors projects to ensure their successful completion. They work with stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and budgets. This course may be useful for Project Managers as it provides an understanding of website development and management, which can be beneficial for managing website development projects.

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