At Timeline Digital Solutions, we offer an extensive Web Design and Development Training Program designed to equip you with the skills needed to create stunning websites, blogs, eCommerce platforms, and more. Our training focuses on practical, hands-on learning with real-world applications to ensure you gain a thorough understanding of the latest web design and development techniques.
1. Domain and Hosting Setup
Introduction:
- Understanding the basics of domains and hosting services.
- Importance of choosing the right hosting and domain for website performance and SEO.
Practical Steps:
- Domain Registration: Learn the process of registering your domain.
- Types of Hosting: Shared, VPS, Cloud, Dedicated.
- Setup: Setting up hosting and linking it with your domain.
2. Introduction to WordPress
What is WordPress?
- Overview of WordPress as a Content Management System (CMS).
- Differences between WordPress.com and WordPress.org.
Dashboard Walkthrough:
- Exploring the dashboard and key areas: Posts, Pages, Media, Plugins, Themes, and Settings.
3. Themes and Plugins
Themes:
- Importance of themes in design.
- Installing free vs. premium themes.
- Recommended Themes: Astra, OceanWP, and others.
Plugins:
- Overview and role of plugins.
- Essential Plugins: SEO, Elementor, Contact Form 7, WooCommerce.
- Security & Backup Plugins: UpdraftPlus, Wordfence.
4. Theme Customization
Customizing Headers and Footers:
- Design and implement custom headers and footers.
Designing and Uploading a Logo:
- Create and upload your unique logo.
Implementing Code Snippets:
- Advanced customizations using code snippets.
5. Practical Training and Customization (Elementor and Gutenberg)
Page Builders:
- Elementor: Practical steps to create custom layouts.
- Gutenberg: Using the block editor to design simple pages and posts.
Customization:
- Customizing headers, footers, and sidebars.
- Hands-on projects: Design homepages, about pages, and contact pages.
6. Sample Websites to Build
Portfolio Website:
- Main Domain: usamaasif.com
- Features:
- Project Showcase: Display all projects or websites created in the future.
- Categories: Organize projects into categories for easy navigation.
- Elementor Tabs: Use Elementor’s tabs and nested elements to create a dynamic and interactive portfolio page.
Blog Site:
- Sub-Domain: blog.usamaasif.com
- Features:
- Blog Layout: Design a clean, engaging blog layout.
- Categories and Tags: Implement categories and tags for better content organization.
Educational Websites:
- Examples: School, LMS, and Course websites.
Health Websites:
- Examples: Clinic, hospital, healthcare provider websites.
Business Websites:
- Examples: Service-based businesses, local businesses, startups.
7. E-Commerce with WooCommerce
Setting Up WooCommerce:
- Installation and initial setup of WooCommerce.
Managing Products, Orders, and Payments:
- Product management, order handling, and payment setup.
WooCommerce Extensions:
- Explore additional functionalities with WooCommerce extensions.
8. SEO and Analytics
SEO Plugins:
- Overview of SEO plugins: Yoast SEO, Rank Math SEO.
Analytics Setup:
- Integrating Google Analytics: Setup and tracking performance.
- Configuring SEO Plugins: Optimize with Yoast SEO and Rank Math.
9. Security and Maintenance
Implementing Security Measures:
- Install security plugins and SSL certificates for enhanced security.
Performing Regular Backups and Updates:
- Strategies for regular backups and updates.
Two-Factor Authentication:
- Set up two-factor authentication for increased security.
10. Advanced Website Optimization
Speed Optimization:
- Techniques for optimizing website speed.
- Image Optimization: Using WebP, Lazy Loading.
- Minifying CSS, JavaScript, and HTML.
Content Delivery Network (CDN) Setup:
- Implement CDN for faster site loading.
Performance Testing:
- Tools: GTmetrix, Google PageSpeed Insights.
11. Membership and Multilingual Websites
Setting Up Membership Sites:
- Using MemberPress, Restrict Content Pro for membership functionality.
Multi-Language Support:
- Implement WPML or Polylang for multilingual sites.
12. Website Monetization Strategies
Google AdSense Setup:
- Integrate Google AdSense for monetization.
Affiliate Marketing:
- Strategies for affiliate marketing and online store monetization.
13. Testing and Debugging
Cross-Browser Testing:
- Tools: BrowserStack, LambdaTest for cross-browser compatibility.
Debugging Tools:
- Use Query Monitor for debugging WordPress issues.
14. Social Media Integration
Adding Social Media Icons:
- Integrate social media icons and sharing plugins.
Embedding Social Media Feeds:
- Embed feeds from Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
15. Google Maps Integration
Adding Google Maps:
- Customize and integrate Google Maps using API.
16. Call-to-Action Buttons and Icons
Best Practices for Designing CTA Buttons:
- Design effective call-to-action buttons.
Linking Social Media Profiles:
- Connect your social media profiles and custom actions.
17. Meta Tags, Descriptions, and SEO
Adding Meta Tags via SEO Plugins:
- Implement meta tags for SEO.
Open Graph and Twitter Cards:
- Configure Open Graph and Twitter Cards for social sharing.
18. Google Site Kit and Sitemap Creation
Setting Up Google Site Kit:
- Integrate Google Site Kit for comprehensive analytics.
Creating and Submitting Sitemaps:
- Generate and submit sitemaps to search engines.
19. Schema Markup (Structured Data)
Adding Schema Markup:
- Implement schema markup for rich snippets.
Testing and Validating Schema:
- Use Google tools to test and validate schema.
20. Advanced Optimization Tools
Implementing AMP:
- Accelerated Mobile Pages for faster mobile loading.
Lazy Loading:
- Implement lazy loading for media and check for broken links.
