Welcome to class! Whether you’ve never logged into a dashboard or you’ve built a dozen sites, this page is your map. Pick your level, follow the path, and don’t skip the homework (it’s the fun part).
Path 1: Complete beginner
- Understand the basics — Take Module 1 of the free course. Ten minutes and you’ll know what WordPress actually is.
- Install WordPress in under 20 minutes — Follow our step-by-step install guide. Want to practice first? Try WordPress Playground in your browser — no hosting needed.
- Change the day-one settings — Permalinks, timezone, and a few switches most people miss: 15 settings to change on day one.
- Pick a theme — Browse the Professor’s top themes, then read how to choose without regret.
- Install the essentials — Must-have plugins for security, backups, speed and SEO.
- Test yourself — Take the WordPress Basics quiz. Aim for 75%+.
Path 2: I have a site — make it better
- FasterThe speed makeover
- Safer25-step security checklist
- PrettierDesign eye secrets
- Found on GoogleOn-page SEO checklist
- More readersBlog marketing playbook
- EarningAffiliate programs
Path 3: Builder & developer
Ready to go under the hood? Start with Web Development (hooks, block themes, theme.json), then level up with AI + WordPress and Vibe Coding — building real features by describing them in plain English.
Professor’s tip: Learning sticks when you use it the same day. Pick one lesson, apply it to your site, then take a 60-second quiz.
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