WordPress Theme Development

Fully understand the anatomy of WordPress Themes, including child themes, template hierarchy and the new Theme Customization API. Learn how to build efficient, flexible and multilingual-ready themes that work well with the widest array of plugins possible. Review the latest Theme Review Guidelines and coding standards to ensure the themes we build are not only efficient and competent, but also sustainable. Find out how to release your theme in the public WordPress Themes Directory, or monetize your development efforts by releasing a commercial theme.

John LeBlanc, the instructor, is an independent WordPress specialist and web developer. He`s been developing websites and web content management solutions professionally since 1997, serving as the first staff webmaster at CBS in Boston. In 2005, he launched his own consultancy and currently works with a wide range of clients in San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Manila. A seasoned guitarist and music fanatic, John`s down-to-earth personality mixed with his savvy tech skills makes him a highly sought after "web dude."

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