Workshop

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Introduction

  • Overview of WordPress as a CMS.
  • Importance of website design for effective communication and engagement.

Setting Up Your WordPress Site

  • Installing a local server environment (e.g. XAMPP, MAMP) for local hosting.
  • Overview of online hosting options (e.g. shared hosting, WordPress-specific hosting) and considerations for future deployment.

Choosing and Adding the Right Theme

  • Exploring different types of themes (e.g. multipurpose, niche-specific).
  • Tips for selecting a theme that fits your website’s purpose and design preferences.
  • A step-by-step guide to installing and activating a theme.

Designing Key Pages

  • Understanding the structure and hierarchy of website pages.
  • Designing specific pages for your website, such as:
    • Home page: Introduction to the charity fundraiser, featuring impactful visuals and a clear call to action.
    • About page: Providing information about the cause, organization, and team behind the fundraiser.
    • Causes page: Showcasing the different causes supported by the fundraiser, with engaging content and visuals.
    • Donate page: Creating a dedicated page for donations, including secure payment options and compelling donation appeals.

Customizing Your WordPress Theme

  • Exploring advanced customization options through the WordPress Customizer.
  • Customizing site identity, colors, typography, and additional design elements to complement the designed pages.

Adding Functionality with Plugins

  • Introduction to essential plugins and their functions.
  • Demonstrations of installing and activating plugins for various functionalities, including:
    • Contact forms for inquiries and communication.
    • SEO plugins for optimizing website visibility.
    • Donation plugins for accepting online payments and donations.

Optimizing Your Website for Local and Online Viewing

  • Ensuring responsive design for both local and online viewing.
  • Testing website responsiveness on different devices.
  • Discussion on considerations for online hosting, such as performance and security.

Exporting Your WordPress Website as HTML

  • Introduction to exporting WordPress websites as static HTML for local hosting.
  • Discussion on the process of migrating a website from local to online hosting.

Launching Your Website

  • Final preparations for website launch.
  • Overview of steps to launch a website online.
  • Resources for further learning and assistance with online hosting setup.

Conclusion

  • Recap of key points covered.
  • Encouragement to explore further, practice and continue learning.
  • Q&A session for any remaining questions.