WordPress For Dummies, 7th Edition

Not a WordPress guru? No worries! You can become a pro in no time It seems as though the world revolves around websites and blogs these days, and with WordPress For Dummies, 7th Edition you can join the fun! This easy-to-read book is packed with the information you need to navigate the world of WordPress, and all of the content is updated to keep you up to speed with the latest updates. The insight this resource offers will equip you to take on the art of blogging or running a website with confidence. Whether you’re new to the blogging community or you’re looking to maximize your website by extending your use of WordPress features, WordPress For Dummies, 7th Edition is a book you need on your shelf. With state-of-the-art features, WordPress offers effective user support, and the flexibility to merge your creative ideas with more traditional blogging conventions, WordPress has become the go-to resource for bloggers who want to be noticed. Of course, succeeding in the crowded blogging space requires more than simply starting a blog; a working knowledge of your blogging platform goes a long way in creating a successful site. By understanding the platform upon which you’re building your blog, you can take advantage of the features and capabilities that will ultimately help your voice be heard. * Get setup with a new WordPress.org account * Pick the perfect web host * Leverage the power of WordPress as a CMS tool * Forget one website manage as many as you want! WordPress For Dummies, 7th Edition is the all-inclusive guide you need to start and maintain a WordPress site.

Table of Contents

Part I Introducing WordPress
Chapter 1 What WordPress Can Do for You
Chapter 2 WordPress Basics

Part II Setting Up WordPress
Chapter 3 Setting Up Blogging Base Camp
Chapter 4 Understanding the WordPress.org Dashboard
Chapter 5 Establishing Your Publishing Routine

Part III Flexing and Extending WordPress
Chapter 6 Media Management: Images, Audio, and Video
Chapter 7 Making the Most of WordPress Plugins
Chapter 8 Finding and Installing WordPress Themes

Part IV Customizing WordPress
Chapter 9 Understanding Themes and Templates
Chapter 10 Tweaking WordPress Themes
Chapter 11 Understanding Parent and Child Themes
Chapter 12 WordPress as a Content Management System (CMS)
Chapter 13 Hosting Multiple Sites with WordPress
Chapter 14 Upgrading, Backing Up, and Migrating

Part V The Part of Tens
Chapter 15 Ten Popular WordPress Plugins
Chapter 16 Ten Free WordPress Themes