WordPress Classes NYC: Customize Themes

Go Beyond WYSIWYG & Take Control of WordPress Sites using Code

If you know HTML and CSS and want to gain more control over WordPress, this is the class for you.

WordPress lets you do a lot without having to code, but there are some things that only web developers (who know how to code) can do, or it may be easier/better to do with code

In this class you’ll learn how to install WordPress on your local computer for editing and testing code. You’ll learn how to use code to customize parts of WordPress, work with themes, edit CSS, and more. You’ll gain a more thorough understanding of what WordPress does behind the scenes and how to work with it.

Knowledge of PHP is a plus, but is not required to take this class.

If you’re not a coder, and simply want to learn how to use WordPress to edit and manage content, you should look at our WordPress: Create a Website or Blog class.

This course has a prerequisite

You should feel comfortable coding HTML and CSS, with knowledge equivalent to our Advanced HTML & CSS class.

You should also know how to use WordPress, with knowledge equivalent to our WordPress: Create a Website or Blog class.

Highly Reviewed by Our Alumni

From our hands-on training style to world-class instructors and custom-crafted curriculum, we deliver results our alumni are proud of.

WordPress for Coders is rated 4.4 stars

in the past 24 months

For website designers who demand a high degree of control in their applications, this is a great way to learn what is involved in creating the interface and themes in WordPress.

Elizabeth Halliday

Nate was a fantastic instructor. There were different skill levels in our class and he was able to navigate through the content without boring or overwhelming anyone. He was incredibly patient and knowledgeable.

Lisa Brandenburg
MetLife

The two-day WordPress course with Nate Cooper was fantastic. I left the class inspired and ready to dive into the WordPress world. Thanks.

Michael Soto
Bloomberg L.P.

The WordPress.org class paid for itself before the end of the class. I was able to make changes on our website that would have cost three times the cost of the class.

Lee Solt
Dark Arts Consulting

To understand WordPress, this is the class to get you in the door. So many useful concepts shown and explained. After this class, you will be able to build a solid WordPress website.

Dmitrii Sinitskii

A great class for people who want to help their clients with WordPress and understand how it works under the hood. An essential class.

Susan Poulakis
poulakisdesign

This class was awesome. It taught me just what I wanted to know: how to create a fresh WP installation, turn CSS that I write into templates, and manage and move files to and from a server.

Dawn Cavalieri

Love coming to Noble Desktop - it is really the ONLY place for design and website training!

Elizabeth Halliday
Elizabeth International Web Design

Schedule & Enrollment: WordPress for Coders

6 Hours
$425

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NYC or Live Online
Free retake
Setup assistance
Expert instructors
Small classes

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Tuition

As one of our smaller courses, tuition for this course is due in full before the start date. The best way to save on this course is to take it as part of a certificate program.

Full Tuition

$425
Due before the class starts

What’s Included

6 hours of hands-on instruction
Live, project-based training from experts
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Small class sizes

What’s included with my tuition?

A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement
Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed
Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many cohorts and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience
Supplemental materials to assist both during and after the course - please refer to specific course pages to see what supplemental materials are offered
A 1-year free retake policy which allows students to retake any part of the course or program for free to refresh the materials and gain additional practice
A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment

Are there any additional fees or expenses?

There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us.

However, if you plan to take the course live online, you may need to obtain required software. We’ll help you get set up with a free trial of paid software prior to the class. Most of our coding classes utilize freely-available open-source software. For most of our design and motion graphics courses, we will help you get set up with a free trial of Adobe Creative Cloud. If you attend the course in-person, we will have a computer already set up for you with all of the required software for no additional cost.

Do you offer any discounts for this course?

We don’t currently offer discounts as we do our best to affordably prices our courses.

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Learn the concepts and skills covered in this course or your tuition is on us. See details and terms & conditions.

Hands-on training

Work on projects proven to boost retention

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Time-tested curriculum

Refined over many cohorts for an optimal learning experience

The teaching method at Noble Desktop is perfect and the classes provide you with infinite knowledge that makes you eager to take everything they offer. I love Noble!
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Learn from experts

Experienced educators who are driven to help you succeed

Retake for free

Refresh the materials for free within one year

Interactive Training

Learn in Real-Time with Small Class Sizes

Attend this course in-person in NYC or Live Online via Zoom. Engage with expert instructors, ask questions, and get feedback on your exercises and projects.

Unlike other providers, these are not mass open-enrollment classes. At Noble Desktop, you’ll learn in small groups (typically 8-15 students) and receive personalized attention.

On Campus in NYC 185 Madison Ave, NYC

Get face-to-face interaction with an instructor and other students when you learn at our NYC campus. Courses are hands-on with a computer and software provided.

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Experienced instructor in the room with you
Computer and software provided

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Live Online Remote, from anywhere

Get the same interactivity and access to the instructor as in-person students. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your remote setup is perfect.

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Experienced instructor teaching over Zoom
Remote setup assistance provided

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Expert Instructors

Our instructors are verterans of their field and experienced educators, driven to help you succeed.

Eugenio Solis de Ovando

Senior Instructor

Dan Rodney

School Director, Instructor, & Senior Course Developer

Earn a Certificate of Completion

Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!

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Sample credential for completion of WordPress for Coders

Free Retake & Class Recordings

Missed a session or need a refresher? We have you covered!

Free Retake

We offer a single free retake of the class within a year.

Class Recordings

You can also access recordings of each session in your student portal within one business day of the session’s end. Recordings are available for one month after the session.

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WordPress for Coders Curriculum

What You’ll Learn at a Glance

Learn how to use code (HTML, CSS, and PHP) to customize/control various parts of WordPress.
Use CSS code to customize WordPress themes (which control the appearance of a WordPress site).
Install WordPress locally so you can write and test your code.
Learn WordPress developer best practices.
See how WordPress code functions behind the scenes so you can gain a better understand of how WordPress works.

Project Examples

Learn practical skills by working on real projects with instructor guidance and lectures to strengthen and improve your skill.

Learn to customize WordPress themes using HTML, CSS, & PHP.

Customize WordPress with Custom Templates, define your own Widget & Menu areas, use HTML Widgets, and more.

Apply custom CSS to control the appearance of a WordPress theme.

Learn how to install WordPress locally on your own computer for coding and testing.

Course Syllabus

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Running WordPress Locally

Setting Up a Local Testing Server

Installing WordPress

Creating a Custom WordPress Theme

Converting a Static HTML Site to a Dynamic WordPress Theme

Creating Custom Templates

Using Your Custom CSS

Creating Menu Display Locations

Creating Widget Areas

Adding Custom Theme Controls

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to bring anything to the class?

No. We provide computers (Mac or PC) with the required software installed. Choose your operating system at checkout.

Does this course require any prior knowledge or experience?

You should feel comfortable coding HTML and CSS, with knowledge equivalent to our Advanced HTML & CSS class.

You should also know how to use WordPress, with knowledge equivalent to our WordPress: Create a Website or Blog class.

Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?

This course does not qualify for payments plans or student financing. See our Payment Plan FAQ to find related programs that qualify.

Can I take this course online (remote learning)?

You may attend this training virtually (online) at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time).

How does attending “live online” work?

Students can attend this training remotely through screen sharing software (we use Zoom).
Participants can hear the instruction, ask questions, and even share their screen with the instructor.
For audio you can use your computer’s microphone/speakers or call a phone number that we’ll provide.
Classes are activity-based and taught by a live instructor, so we strongly encourage students who are local to the area to attend in person!
You will need your own computer and copy of any required software. If you don’t have the software, you can usually do a free trial or purchase your own license. If you need assistance, contact us at hello@nobledesktop.com

What happens if I need to miss a session?

You have some options:

You can watch a recording of the session. We will provide any course materials.
If you can’t come into the classroom but can still attend remotely, we will provide you with the Zoom login information.
You can use your free retake to make up any missed class time.

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Corporate & Onsite WordPress Training

Purchase group class vouchers at a discount for our regularly-scheduled group classes in NYC, or create a custom training program at your offices.

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Available onsite at your location
Modern computer labs available at our offices
Customize or choose from our existing courses
Free instructor consultations to finalize content

Group Class Vouchers

Send employees to our group classes
Extensive offerings and flexible scheduling
Simple billing and logistics
Computers and training resources provided

WordPress Websites & Themes

WordPress

WordPress is a free and open-source content management system (CMS) that lets you create & manage a website or blog.
It’s popular for blogging, but you can build websites that don’t even have a blog.
Over 30% of all websites use WordPress (and growing).
Without having to know code, you can manage content (text, images, etc.). That’s why it’s called a content management system (CMS). Learn how to build a website or blog in our WordPress: Create a Website or Blog class.
Coders make themes to control the look of the site. Learn how to edit and code custom WordPress themes in our WordPress: Build Custom Themes class.

WordPress Blog versus Site

WordPress is popular for blogging, but you can build websites that don’t even have a blog!
Using WordPress as a content management system (CMS), you can manage content (text, images, etc.) without having to know web coding. Your content can be posts in a blog, or regular web pages. While WordPress is great for blogging, but you can have an entire WordPress site that does not even have a blog. What you put our a WordPress site is completely up to you!
Learn more in our class WordPress: Create a Website or Blog.

WordPress Themes

WordPress themes control the look and feel of a WordPress site.
You can install a WordPress theme made by someone else (free or paid), or code your own.
If you don’t know code, you can customize some aspects of the layout & appearance of a WordPress site, but there are limitations.
Coders create WordPress themes using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, & PHP. Learn how to edit and code custom WordPress themes in our WordPress: Build Custom Themes class.

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