Getting Started with WordPress: 2 Day Workshop

This is a two-part workshop that is meant to give you all the information needed to create and update a WordPress website.

Day 1: Build Your Own WordPress Website – Buy Tickets ($215)

Day 2: Hands-On WordPress Training – Buy Tickets ($125)

We highly encourage you to attend both classes, but you may sign up for just one depending on your needs. Receive a discount on tickets when you attend both classes.

Buy tickets for the full two-day workshop ($300)

DAY 1: Build Your Own WordPress Website

You don’t know how to code, but you want a beautiful & professional website for your business. That’s where WordPress comes in. In this class, we’ll walk through the foundations of WordPress and the creation of your own WordPress website. Using templates and tools that require no coding skills, you’ll walk away with your own custom WordPress website for under $300.

Date & Time: Saturday, November 17 at 10:00am – 5:00pm

Takeaways:

• Learn the difference between WordPress.com and WordPress.org
• Get hands-on experience setting up your WordPress.org website
• Learn to find and identify the best WordPress themes
• Learn to set up and customize your WordPress site with no coding required
• Walk away with a new WordPress website, ready to use or continue building

Prereqs & Prep:

This workshop is intended for beginners. No coding skills are required. Please come with a laptop and charger, as this class includes hands-on components.

A separate purchase of a domain name and website hosting will be required – more details will be provided before class.

DAY 2: Hands-On WordPress Training

WordPress is an amazing website tool, but it’s often frustrating to learn. During this workshop, you will gain information, tools and resources to help you confidently make updates to your WordPress.org website. Learn to update content, edit pages, and add new site features on your own.

Date & Time: Sunday, November 18 at 11:30am – 4:00pm

Takeaways:

• Learn to leverage plugins to unlock more features on your site (such as events, eCommerce and more)
• Dive deeper into widgets, settings and customization options
• Gain an understanding of WordPress Page Builders including the new Gutenberg block page builder
• Get quick answers to questions that most new WordPress users waste hours googling
• Learn about common pitfalls and how to avoid them

Prereqs & Prep:

This workshop is intended for beginners. No coding skills are required. Please come with a laptop and charger, as this class includes hands-on components.

This class is best for someone who has an existing WordPress.org website or who is simply looking to advance their skills / experience with WordPress. Students with their own website or who created a WordPress website with the Day 1 workshop will be able to customize their website during class.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Kara Buffardi, CEO & Founder of Craveity Marketing, LLC

Kara is a marketing and advertising professional with 8+ years of experience in branding, website creation and digital marketing for small businesses to large national brands. In 2015, Kara founded Craveity Marketing, a digital marketing agency that assists small businesses on their websites and social media. Prior to starting Craveity Marketing, Kara lead the creation of large WordPress websites at one of the nation’s leading WordPress development agencies. Kara is also an instructor at General Assembly Chicago, regularly teaching classes on websites and coding.

FAQ

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

The Brown and Purple lines ‘Chicago’ stop is a block away. Metered street parking and nearby garage parking is also available.

How do I access the building?

Upon arrival to the building, buzz ‘Breather 2’ to gain access. To unlock the elevator, enter the code “11720”in the keypad to the left of the elevator and take it to the 4th floor. Once on the floor, you will need to type in “11720” once more, in order to access the hallway. The door for room 2 is on the right hand side.

What should I bring into the event?

Bring your laptop and charger as this is a hands-on workshop.

What’s the refund policy?

Tickets are non-refundable. However, if you are no longer able to attend but want to transfer your ticket, please contact the organizer at contact@craveitymarketing.com. Supply us with the name of the purchaser and the name of the planned attendee and we will make the change.

Will food be provided?

Food is not provided, but a one-hour lunch break is included in this workshop. Feel free to bring your own lunch and snack or otherwise visit one of the many restaurants in the area.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, we will have your name on file for check-in.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Email contact@craveitymarketing.com