Information
This training program is for anyone that would like to learn how to use the WordPress platform for their blog or their website. You will need to bring a laptop and should have a WordPress installation ready to go. If you do not have WordPress hosted and running, it is not a problem. We can get you up and running in minutes with our tool provided to us by Page.ly.
In this beginner course you will learn information such as:
- What is WordPress, and Why should I care?
- What is a Plugin
- What is a Widget
- Free vs. Premium Themes
- Posts vs. Pages
- HowTo: Your First Post/Page
- HowTo: Embed a video
- HowTo: Setup a contact form
- HowTo: Search for and Install Plugins
- HowTo: Search for and Install a Theme
- HowTo: Use Widgets inside your themes
- HowTo: Connect your site to twitter
- General Q&A
The Instructor
By Tyson Crosbie
This workshop will be instructed by Paul Martinez, Owner of Creative Ops, an interactive strategy and web project management organization. Paul performed as a trainer for the United States Marine Corps and a large accounting firm, instructing colleagues on accounting information systems and other online applications. Paul is currently serving as a consultant for StormWind Studios.
With his experience in eLearning, software development and digital agencies, he manages several blogs and websites, all on the WordPress platform. The websites and blogs range extensively in function and customization. His experience and understanding will allow you to get some of your more difficult questions answered and will enable you to get the knowledge that you need to be able to get your site or blog online.
Location
This instruction will be held in North Scottsdale near Bell Road and the Loop 101, just north of West World.
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