Blog Builder Basics
STEP 1 : Domain name
Kick off the journey to building your own blog by selecting and buying your custom domain name. In this video, JP Letnick guides you step-by-step through the process from creating a GoDaddy account to choosing your domain name and confirming your purchase. GoDaddy Domains
STEP 2 : Hosting
Once you’ve purchased a domain name, it’s time to build the foundation for your new blog. JP makes easy work of choosing the best domain hosting company that will give you what you need to get started, while providing plenty of room for you to grow. HostGator Hosting
STEP 3 : Hosting and Domain
In the third video of the Blog Builder Basics series, JP explains how to connect your domain and your hosting account. Learn to put your name servers into your GoDaddy account and point them to your HostGator.
STEP 4 : Installing WordPress
Now that you’ve got your domain and hosting site linked, discover how to install WordPress on them. JP shows you how to use the installing software, log into your control panel and add your domain.
STEP 5 : Picking Your Theme
Blog Builder Basics guru, JP Letnick, guides you through selecting the right theme for your blog. In this video, he’ll identify the best DIY theme that gives you full customization options so you can create the exact blog you want. Thesis Theme For WordPress
STEP 6 : Installing Thesis
JP shows you how to download and install the Thesis theme onto your WordPress blog. He’ll walk you through the customization controls and settings so you can start to take advantage of all that Thesis has to offer.
STEP 7 : Customizing Thesis
Learn to customize Thesis on your WordPress blog. JP takes you through design and display options so you can learn how to make your blog user friendly, and attract web crawling spiders. Determine your number of columns, images, fonts, colors and more.
STEP 8 : WordPress Settings
In this video, you’ll discover how to customize your WordPress settings including adding permalinks and determining the size of your post box. Also, learn to set up for membership and create a static home page.
STEP 9 : Custom Header
JP teaches you how to design your own unique header. Then he walks you step-by-step through how to quickly and easily upload your new design to your blog.
STEP 10 : Installing Plugins
Identify, install and activate the top plug-ins you need for your new WordPress blog. JP introduces you to Akismet, Google Analytics and other great plug-ins. You’ll also learn how to create social media buttons so your readers can share your content through their social networks.
STEP 11 : Setting Up Plugins
It’s Graduation Day! In the final video of Blog Builder Basics, JP teaches you how to customize and set up the plug-ins you’ve installed. Find out how to publish a contact form and create a separate Contact Us tab. Schedule backups and make sure that you’re socially integrated as you set out to launch your new blog.
