First Drupal Steps: From Download to Launch
This session is perfect for first-time Drupal administrators, those comparing CMSes, and anyone who wants to get a structured Web site online fast. We'll go through the steps necessary to:
- set up Drupal on a local development computer
- personalize the site by selecting a theme and adding site-wide information
- turn on and configure functions that are included in the basic Drupal download
- ensure that everything's working correctly for stability, security, and ease of administration.
The class will be led by Tom Geller, author of the Lynda.com video series "Drupal Essential Training". The format will alternate between instruction, Q&A, and fixing problems in your own installation (as time allows). Bring your laptop!
In between....
Being 90% self-taught, I have a site up and running but missing some features that I think aren't rocket science, just haven't gone through the machinations to learn how to do them. So, I'm hoping to fill in some gaps while also taking some of the more advanced classes about things I DO know how to do.
Sounds like you're the perfect audience
I'll do my best to give you what you want, jkimwright. :) Could you name any specific skills you think should be covered?
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Tom Geller * San Francisco
Author/Presenter, "Drupal Essential Training" video series at Lynda.com
GellerGuides.com * TomGeller.com * SaveMyHomeBook.com