Getting Started with WordPress: A Step-by-Step Guide to Local Installation

Introduction:

🚀 Welcome to Series 1: Building a Simple WordPress Site! 🚀 In this series, I'll guide you through the essential steps to create and manage your very own WordPress website. Whether you're a WordPress newbie or looking to refine your skills, this series will equip you with the knowledge to build a functional and customizable site. 🌐

Prerequisites:

Before starting this series, make sure you have:

• Basic familiarity with web development concepts (HTML, CSS). 💻
• Access to a computer with an internet connection. 🌐
• A local development environment set up (XAMPP, LAMP, etc.) for installing WordPress. 🛠️

No prior experience with WordPress is required, but having a basic understanding of web technologies will enhance your learning experience. Let's dive into creating your WordPress site step-by-step! 🎉

Part 1: Getting Started with WordPress

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Introduction and Setup

Title: Introduction to WordPress

Overview of WordPress as a CMS:

WordPress stands as the most popular Content Management System (CMS) globally, facilitating the creation and management of websites. Its versatility supports a wide range of applications, from blogs to complex e-commerce platforms.🌍

Installing WordPress locally using XAMPP, MAMP or LAMP:

XAMPP (Windows, macOS, Linux)

• XAMPP: Visit Apache Friends and download XAMPP for your operating system.

• Run the installer and follow the prompts to install XAMPP.

• Open the XAMPP Control Panel and click "Start" next to Apache and MySQL.

LAMP (Linux)

Open your Terminal for installation :

• Update Package Repository: sudo apt update

• Install Apache Web Server: sudo apt install apache2

• Verify Apache Installation: sudo systemctl status apache2

• Adjust Firewall Settings: sudo ufw allow 'Apache'

• Install MySQL/MariaDB Database Server: sudo apt install mysql-server

• Secure MySQL/MariaDB Installation: sudo mysql_secure_installation

• Install PHP: sudo apt install php libapache2-mod-php php-mysql

• Verify PHP Installation: sudo nano /var/www/html/info.php
  Add the following PHP code:
  <?php
phpinfo();
?>

Save and close the file. Access http://localhost/info.php in your browser to see PHP information.

• Testing: echo "<?php phpinfo(); ?>" | sudo tee /var/www/html/test.php

Access http://localhost/test.php to verify PHP functionality.

MAMP (macOS)

• Visit MAMP and download MAMP for macOS.

• Open the downloaded .dmg file and drag the MAMP folder to your Applications folder

• Open Applications, then MAMP, and double-click MAMP.app.

• Click "Start Servers" to start Apache and MySQL.

Conclusion
🎉 Congratulations on setting up your local development environment with XAMPP, LAMP, or MAMP! This crucial step allows you to develop and test your WordPress site safely. 🎉

In this episode, we have:

Introduced WordPress as a CMS. 📝
Detailed the setup for XAMPP, LAMP, and MAMP. 🛠️
Next, we’ll cover installing WordPress and exploring its features. Stay tuned for more on building your WordPress site from scratch. Happy developing! 🚀💻🌟