In this easy to understand beginner session, Designer Sean Wells takes you through the basics of setting up a WordPress Blog. She will introduce the concept of blogging and discuss the unique features of WordPress as a blogging and promotional tool. During the session, she will walk you through step-by-step setting up a blog using WordPress.comand introduce you to the vocabulary. She will discuss the differences between WordPress.com and WordPress.org to help you determine which platform is best for you. She will give you guidance on setting up your advanced blog onWordPress.org. By the end of the session, you will have the conceptual and practical knowledge you need to develop your very first blog!
And, even if you’ve already established your blog, the session will be a good opportunity to grasp the basics and give you a foothold to develop further.
Although not required, during the session you will have the opportunity to establish your own blog on WordPress.com. If you’d like to follow along with Sean, we recommend you bring your own laptop (with wireless internet capabilities) and that you set up an account on www.Wordpress.com in advance.
This session is designed for people interested in learning how WordPress.com can be used to create a simple or complex online presence easily and affordably whether you are looking to share personal experiences or whether you are interested in promoting your services and products.
