WordPress on demand - Patrice-Anne Rutledge

WordPress on Demand will cover both WordPress.com and WordPress.org in a visual, step-by-step format. In addition to offering detailed guidance on how to complete dozens of common WordPress tasks, this book will provide real-world advice and suggestions on how to save time, avoid frustration, and create a high-quality, well-designed site that attracts an audience and achieves results. WordPress on Demand will be based on WordPress version 3.5.1.

In this book, readers will learn how to:

Decide between hosted WordPress.com and self-hosted WordPress (WordPress.org)
Choose the right domain name and web host
Set up a WordPress website in minutes
Configure WordPress settings that control privacy, search engine visibility, and more
Choose, install, and customize themes
Create, format, and manage pages and posts
Add media files including images, audio, video, and documents
Choose, install, and customize sidebar widgets
Choose, install, and configure self-hosted WordPress plugins
Add and manage custom menus
Make the most of WordPress.com free and premium features
Create and manage a site with multiple users
Manage user comments and comment spam
Import, export, and back up WordPress sites
Design a site that works on mobile devices

Bonus content includes:

Workshops that show readers how to enhance their feeds, create a private WordPress site, optimize their site for search engines, and more
Shortcuts, advice, and cautions to save time and frustration
Design tips to help readers create a high-quality site even if they have no design background
Recommended plugins and themes

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