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Mastering WooCommerce and Plugins

The Week Three module of the SparkMedia Productions Web Development Class focuses on mastering WordPress plugins, themes, and an introduction to e-commerce. Students will learn to install and configure essential plugins, customize themes, and set up a basic online store using WooCommerce. Assignments include installing and configuring plugins, customizing the Astra theme, and adding sample products to WooCommerce.

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Mastering WooCommerce and Plugins

The Week Three module of the SparkMedia Productions Web Development Class focuses on mastering WordPress plugins, themes, and an introduction to e-commerce. Students will learn to install and configure essential plugins, customize themes, and set up a basic online store using WooCommerce. Assignments include installing and configuring plugins, customizing the Astra theme, and adding sample products to WooCommerce.

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SparkMedia Productions Web Development Class

Week Three Class Module

Student: Daniel

Course Track: WordPress Development

Instructor: [Your Name]


SparkMedia Productions Web Development Class

Week Three Class Content

Week Three Focus: Plugins, Themes, and E-Commerce Introduction

Session 1: Mastering Plugins in WordPress (Theory)

Class Objectives:

- Understand what plugins are and their roles

- Learn how to search, install, activate, and configure plugins

- Explore essential plugin categories

- Learn plugin best practices and security measures

Topics Covered:

1. What is a Plugin?

- Definition and purpose

- Examples: SEO, backups, contact forms, sliders, etc.

2. Installing Plugins

- Through dashboard (search method)

- Uploading ZIP files

3. Must-Have Plugins:

- Elementor, WPForms, RankMath, Jetpack, Wordfence, UpdraftPlus, LiteSpeed Cache

4. Configuring a Plugin:
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- Live example with Wordfence and WPForms

5. Best Practices:

- Avoid overload, update regularly, backup before changes

Assignment:

Install and configure 4 essential plugins. Submit screenshots and descriptions.

Session 2: Themes & Customization + E-Commerce Introduction (Theory)

Class Objectives:

- Understand themes and customization

- Learn to install and choose themes

- Introduction to WooCommerce and online store setup

Topics Covered:

1. Themes in WordPress:

- Free vs Premium, recommended themes: Astra, OceanWP, Hello Elementor

2. Installing & Activating Themes

- Using Customizer

3. Customizing Themes:

- Logo, color, layout, header, footer, widgets

4. WooCommerce Basics:
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- Product listing, cart, checkout, payments

5. WooCommerce Setup:

- Install plugin, create products, set payments, shipping

Assignment:

Install Astra theme and customize homepage. Install WooCommerce, add 2 sample products.

Session 3: Practical Class (Hands-On Project Time)

Goals:

- Practice plugin/theme installs

- Work on project websites

- Live feedback

Activities:

1. Plugin Setup

2. Theme Customization

3. WooCommerce Practice

4. Q&A and Troubleshooting

Learning Outcomes:

- Confident in plugin and theme usage

- Able to create a basic online store

- Beginning client-level WordPress development


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Prep for Week 4:

- Prepare content/images for project

- Plan layouts for both project websites

- Explore more useful plugins

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