Course Overview:
1. Introduction to Joomla
- What is Joomla?: Overview of Joomla, its features, benefits, and typical use cases.
- Installation and Setup: How to install Joomla on a web server, including choosing a hosting provider and setting up a database.
- Joomla Dashboard: Introduction to the Joomla administrative interface, including key features and navigation.
2. Joomla Basics
- Understanding the Structure: Explanation of Joomla’s architecture, including categories, articles, modules, and components.
- Creating Content: How to create and manage content, including articles, categories, and menus.
- Managing Media: Uploading, organizing, and using media files (images, videos, documents) in Joomla.
3. Designing and Customizing Joomla Sites
- Templates: Understanding Joomla templates, how to install, configure, and customize them to match your site’s branding.
- Template Overrides: Basic customization of template overrides to adjust the layout and design of your Joomla site.
- Positioning and Modules: Managing module positions and customizing modules to display content in different areas of your site.
4. Advanced Joomla Features
- Components and Extensions: Installing and configuring Joomla components and extensions to add functionality to your site (e.g., e-commerce, forums, galleries).
- User Management: Setting up and managing user groups, permissions, and access levels to control who can view and edit content.
- Menus and Navigation: Creating and managing menus, menu items, and navigation structures for easy site navigation.
5. SEO and Performance Optimization
- SEO Basics: Implementing basic SEO practices, including meta tags, URL rewriting, and sitemap generation.
- Performance Optimization: Techniques for optimizing Joomla site performance, including caching, image optimization, and server configurations.
- Security Best Practices: Ensuring site security with regular updates, backups, and best practices for protecting against vulnerabilities.
6. E-Commerce and Business Features
- Setting Up an Online Store: Using Joomla extensions to create and manage an online store, including product management, payment processing, and shipping options.
- Business Tools: Implementing business tools such as contact forms, booking systems, and customer management.
7. Integration with Other Tools and Services
- Third-Party Integration: Integrating Joomla with third-party services and tools, such as CRM systems, email marketing platforms, and social media.
- Analytics and Tracking: Setting up and using analytics tools to track site performance and user behavior.
8. Site Maintenance and Management
- Regular Updates: How to keep Joomla core, extensions, and templates up-to-date to ensure compatibility and security.
- Backup and Restore: Best practices for backing up your Joomla site and restoring it in case of issues.
- Troubleshooting: Common issues and troubleshooting techniques for maintaining a smooth-running Joomla site.
9. Real-World Projects and Case Studies
- Hands-On Projects: Building and customizing real-world Joomla sites, such as business websites, blogs, or portfolios.
- Case Studies: Analyzing successful Joomla websites to understand effective design, functionality, and management strategies.
Who Should Take This Course?
- Website Developers: Developers looking to expand their skills in using Joomla for building and managing websites.
- Small Business Owners: Entrepreneurs who want to create and manage their own Joomla-based website.
- Content Managers: Individuals responsible for managing and maintaining website content.
- Freelancers and Agencies: Professionals offering website development services who want to use Joomla as part of their toolkit.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the course, you should be able to confidently use Joomla to build, customize, and manage a fully functional website. You’ll understand Joomla’s core features, how to leverage templates and extensions, and best practices for site maintenance and optimization.