Wordpress on Demand

by 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
- 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 - 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

339 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 6, 2013

About the author

Patrice-Anne Rutledge is a business technology author specializing in social media, online collaboration, and presentation technology.

Her latest books include:

-- Using LinkedIn
-- Using Microsoft PowerPoint 2010
-- Teach Yourself Basecamp in 10 Minutes
-- The Truth About Profiting from Social Networking
-- The Web-Savvy Writer

Visit her website for book excerpts, tips, videos, and more: http://www.patricerutledge.com.