I am a WordPress expert now but when I started freelancing I had very small knowledge of WordPress and HTML CSS . the thing matters a lot is motivation and power of learning you have
I am 19 year old college dropout microbiology student. For my family Situation I'm unable to continue my study And from last year I started learning web development and want to do freelancing but I don't have any idea. This video give me a good perspective .🙂 Thanks a lot sir😊🌟Love from India 💕
This is god advice. There are tons of WordPress jobs on Upwork that don't require programming skills. Most of the time there is a plugin to do what the client needs. No need to code it yourself if a solution already exists. Learning how to troubleshoot WordPress issues is also incredibly valuable. Like fixing a plugin or theme update that crashes a site, plugin or theme conflicts, WordPress quirks, etc.
I'm 19 year old and in college, I want to become a freelance web developer to first of all help my parents, I live in a small town in India so even 200-300 dollars a month would be great start, thanks for the video
Are you studying computer science in college (not that it's necessary, I'm just curious)? That's definitely an achievable goal! As long as you keep learning and pushing yourself, I have no doubt you will make it happen
@@coding4tacos I'm Studying BCA, (Bachelor Of Computer Application) It's mostly programming but we have web development subject too (html css javascript and php) but it's a 3 year degree , I think I can learn more and quicker from TH-cam
@@coding4tacos yes sir, I plan on making it happen, it would be great that I would be making some money before/when I reach my 20s. 200-300 might look not much on USA level, but it's way more valuable where I live. and that for beginning.
Thank you for this video. I am really psyched up to begin my freelance journey on Upwork. I have been shying away from Web development jobs because i felt i wasn't ready.
Idk but the way you explain things gives me a confidence. I'm currently a react developer but I am curious and wanting to try freelancing. Thanks for this video.
Hi, thank you so much for the video! You gave my confidence to get started with Upwork! I'm a housewife and the skill of Wordpress Setup & Designing is just newly gained. I'm struggle to get started with Upwork because I don't have any porfolio to be show to, and I was thinking what I don't have. And you're right, I should focus on what I can provide instead of what I'm lack of... Thank you!
Yes for sure it's better, even necessary, to submit more proposals as opposed to spending lots of time on each one. I used to do the latter and it takes the wind out of your sails when you don't get replies. Below are 3 points of advice, if you want them, take them lol. 1. Apply to the most recent and relevant jobs possible. I check on the job feed almost any time I think about it. 2. Write shorter, to-the-point proposals, addressing the problems that stand out from their job posting. 3. Build your profile as well as you can, even if your portfolio pieces are just screenshots of practice projects.
Hey man, thank you for your advice. It is very helpful to know what is needed for taking on real job with WP. I was quite confused about it and now the path is clear.
I wish I had seen this video right when you uploaded it. I'm halfway a coding bootcamp and I've been struggling with finances due to my 8 hour schedule. I'm definitely going to apply my css and Bootstrap knowledge and make money from it :D
Dude I have been schooling seven hours a day, plus homework and projects AND working... I feel ya! Today is my first day after leaving the job. I got a paid internship and I have to try to build a business in the next few months this agency is paying me. Seriously working and boot camp is too much.
Hi Taylor, many thanks for this valuable video. I consider my self a beginner, even I have good knowledge in HTML and CSS. I had always that idea fixed in my head, that I must learn every thing to mastery and then start to freelance. But considering what you say, that is totally right. But, can you please explain to me what do you mean to use WordPress for design or to build websites. How can I use my knowledge in HTML and CSS on WordPress? I want to ask you if you can give me some suggestion about learning and understanding ins and outs of WordPress to be sure that I can solve any issue with the client website, because this is my nightmare in this field, I always have fear of just thinking that the client website get broken. Many thanks to you.
Thank you for the comment! I would start by using CSS to customize (and also create) WordPress block patterns. Find a design to copy and build it with the block editor and CSS. Regarding client websites braking, it's just important to have reliable backups. And the site shouldn't break anyways if you are using reliable, well-maintained themes and plugins. Everything comes with time. Just keep building websites and you will become an expert at it.
Hey man! This is the first video that i watched and absolutely loved it. You are doing a fantastic job. Love from india ❤️. Actually i was hoping to seek your guidance in learning web dev (I have basic knowledge of HTML, CSS & JS) but i really wanna become a freelancer which is probably not possible with limited skillset I have, so if it is possible for you to talk on any social media platform, i would be more than happy.
Hi Nevil, thank you! Cheers. It sounds like learning WordPress or Shopify development might be a good next step for you. My twitter account is in the description of this video and you can add me there.
TY. Not dealing with imposter syndrome as you so put it...dealing with traumatic memories. Watching this will definitely help after trying to get on UpWork already while dealing with everything.
Not sure if you'll remember this but back when MySpace was bigger than Facebook. That's when I learned coding and using a website builder along with altering a lot of things on my then myspace page. I wish FB was set up the same.
Thank you! I've heard many many good things about Brad Schiff's course on Udemy. His YT channel is called LearnWebCode. For theme development, I really liked the Eduonix course by Brad Traversy (a bit old, but it stands the test of time). Two other TH-cam channels that have helped me with more advanced topics are WPCasts and Alessandro Castellani. All that said, if you are just starting out and you want to be a productive WordPress developer, I would (1) learn CSS very well, then (2) download Local by Flywheel and start experimenting with different WordPress themes, plugins and page builders. Courses are great, but real learning comes when you build projects on your own. Hope that helps! One of the best things about WP development is that it is used on millions of existing sites and very well documented.
Good video. I have a doubt. If a client wants a new WordPress website and they do not have hosting and domain, how can I tell them to purchase it. Should they purchase or I have to purchase, because they may not be familiar with hosting. Thanks.
Thank you for the video! I'm a graphic designer with a basic knowledge of web design. I always had the imposter syndrome which stopped me from doing it. Now I decided to finish an advanced WordPress course and to combine it with the knowledge I already have. What do you think, what does it take until my first sale on Upwork after I make an account. Thank you
I think It will be good if you make a guide on how to creare/write a business proposal and a legal agreement in favour of a freelancer Web developer with their client
I think that's a great plan. Having experience with clients and building sites for other people will really help your chances of getting that first job. Thanks for your comment!
Hi Tylor, I did some courses on wordpress. Now i want to build some projects to show in my portfolio. Any suggestions for projects? What projects on demand in upwork for wordpress?
The only thing that has kept me from offering wordpress work, on already built sites is do most people use a ftp client to edit the files, do they download all the theme files and edit them locally then re-upload those theme files, do they edit them directly in wordpress, or do they do something else?
i know about the basics of wordpress and i have made some demo websites with wordpress but i dont have any knowledge about css or bootstrap..should i jump into the freelancing sector?
Hey I am Wordpress developer. I had knowledge on plugins, page builders, Wordpress. But I don’t know the path for it and how can I get my first client using freelancer. I am new to freelancing just wondering how to get along with this
I have currently used css, js, jquery, tailwind in many projects. I have am also learning php, can i just skip php for a while and jump to wordpress and try freelancing?
Yes, absolutely! Knowing JS will be extremely helpful, and you'll pick up on PHP for WordPress fast. Stack overflow and tools like chatGPT can be great for figuring out how to do things with PHP in WordPress. I would recommend checking out the Tailpress theme and Googling about the WordPress template hierarchy.
I been on Upwork two years and have a background in recruiting and staffing. I never landed any recruiting jobs sadly and don’t understand why:( I am trying to now switch careers and get into web development, just a better career compared to recruiting which isn’t a career at all. How much coding knowledge do I need to have in order to be successful as a Wordpress developer ?
Hey man! Thanks for the video! I asked some people about how to become a Wordpress developer and they told me that I need to be expert in JavaScript and PHP also! Is it true? Or as you said I can land jobs with just my knowledge in HTML and CSS?
I'd start by learning HTML and CSS well, which you can do on youtube, freecodecamp, udemy, etc. At that point I would just start building things with WordPress and experiment with different themes while learning some JS and PHP as well. Focus on building, though. You can use something like WampServer or Local by Flywheel to develop WP sites on your local computer.
is just being a wordpress designer can survive as free lancer at fiverr or upwork ? cos i m a designer without CSS or PHP, i m confortable with elementor and wordpress and plugins and famouse themes like woodmart , , but i i never got any job .
There are many different skills in demand on Upwork - not just WordPress. Getting that first gig is difficult, which is why it's so important to write quality proposals when you are applying to jobs.
I am a WordPress expert now but when I started freelancing I had very small knowledge of WordPress and HTML CSS . the thing matters a lot is motivation and power of learning you have
Hello ...bro I need your guidance because I want to start the learning of WordPress I have a good command on Html, CSS , Bootstrap , PHP Mysql
Sir can u you tell me things to learn become wordpress developer
If do
@@KO-pu4pu Don't call anyone "Sir". It makes you sound weak.
How did you learn Wordpress ? Was there any online courses or bootcamps you took? Would you consider a front end web developer ?
I am 19 year old college dropout microbiology student. For my family Situation I'm unable to continue my study
And from last year I started learning web development and want to do freelancing but I don't have any idea. This video give me a good perspective .🙂
Thanks a lot sir😊🌟Love from India 💕
how it's going friend?
join masai school
Update?
Man, if you dropped out within your first year then you're better off just pretending you never went
This is god advice. There are tons of WordPress jobs on Upwork that don't require programming skills. Most of the time there is a plugin to do what the client needs. No need to code it yourself if a solution already exists. Learning how to troubleshoot WordPress issues is also incredibly valuable. Like fixing a plugin or theme update that crashes a site, plugin or theme conflicts, WordPress quirks, etc.
I'm 19 year old and in college, I want to become a freelance web developer to first of all help my parents, I live in a small town in India so even 200-300 dollars a month would be great start, thanks for the video
Are you studying computer science in college (not that it's necessary, I'm just curious)? That's definitely an achievable goal! As long as you keep learning and pushing yourself, I have no doubt you will make it happen
@@coding4tacos I'm Studying BCA, (Bachelor Of Computer Application) It's mostly programming but we have web development subject too (html css javascript and php) but it's a 3 year degree , I think I can learn more and quicker from TH-cam
@@coding4tacos yes sir, I plan on making it happen, it would be great that I would be making some money before/when I reach my 20s. 200-300 might look not much on USA level, but it's way more valuable where I live. and that for beginning.
I completely understand my friend. I live in Mexico where the cost of living is also cheaper than the US
Sounds like you have a good attitude about it all. There's a saying: "All developers are self-taught"
Watching it second time for keeping myself motivated.
You got this Ansary! Looking forward to hearing more about your freelance journey
Thank you for this video. I am really psyched up to begin my freelance journey on Upwork. I have been shying away from Web development jobs because i felt i wasn't ready.
Thanks! It is a daunting task to get started, and many people (including myself) have felt that way. it's definitely worth it though!
Did you say you were 13 when you started? Impressive poise and confidence. Bravo my man bravo.
Idk but the way you explain things gives me a confidence. I'm currently a react developer but I am curious and wanting to try freelancing. Thanks for this video.
Hi, thank you so much for the video! You gave my confidence to get started with Upwork! I'm a housewife and the skill of Wordpress Setup & Designing is just newly gained.
I'm struggle to get started with Upwork because I don't have any porfolio to be show to, and I was thinking what I don't have. And you're right, I should focus on what I can provide instead of what I'm lack of... Thank you!
Looking forward to watching your other Wordpress videos as well.
thank you so much for this!! just what i needed to hear. will come back here after I've completed my first wordpress job InShaAllah👍
Please do! Best of luck! I'm so glad the video helped
Thanks. I watched many videos about freelance. But, Your video clicked with me!
Thank you!!
Going to send my first proposal on Upwork. Hope it works out for me. You motivated me man!
Best of luck! It might take a few tries before you start getting responses, but it all starts with the first one! You got this -- thanks for sharing!
Yes for sure it's better, even necessary, to submit more proposals as opposed to spending lots of time on each one. I used to do the latter and it takes the wind out of your sails when you don't get replies. Below are 3 points of advice, if you want them, take them lol.
1. Apply to the most recent and relevant jobs possible. I check on the job feed almost any time I think about it.
2. Write shorter, to-the-point proposals, addressing the problems that stand out from their job posting.
3. Build your profile as well as you can, even if your portfolio pieces are just screenshots of practice projects.
@@Pogohontas. I'd say this is good advice. Thanks for sharing!
Love from Pakistan. Nobody has tolled this before. I was hesitating but I think ill start now and I'll gain experience.Thanks
You should probably learn proper English before attempting to Freelance Gandu 😂
This one video is really helpful for those who enter in technology field for freelancing during study period.
wow. great tips. Im just planning to start my career in freelancing. Thanks for the inspiring word and advice.
You got this!
Hey man, thank you for your advice. It is very helpful to know what is needed for taking on real job with WP. I was quite confused about it and now the path is clear.
Thanks great!! I plan to do a follow up video soon :)
I wish I had seen this video right when you uploaded it. I'm halfway a coding bootcamp and I've been struggling with finances due to my 8 hour schedule. I'm definitely going to apply my css and Bootstrap knowledge and make money from it :D
Dude I have been schooling seven hours a day, plus homework and projects AND working... I feel ya! Today is my first day after leaving the job. I got a paid internship and I have to try to build a business in the next few months this agency is paying me. Seriously working and boot camp is too much.
Excellent video, thanks Taylor,keep sharing
really helpful bro, feeling way more confident now seeing ur video
Awesome! I'm very glad to hear that
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Hi Taylor, many thanks for this valuable video. I consider my self a beginner, even I have good knowledge in HTML and CSS. I had always that idea fixed in my head, that I must learn every thing to mastery and then start to freelance. But considering what you say, that is totally right. But, can you please explain to me what do you mean to use WordPress for design or to build websites. How can I use my knowledge in HTML and CSS on WordPress? I want to ask you if you can give me some suggestion about learning and understanding ins and outs of WordPress to be sure that I can solve any issue with the client website, because this is my nightmare in this field, I always have fear of just thinking that the client website get broken. Many thanks to you.
Thank you for the comment! I would start by using CSS to customize (and also create) WordPress block patterns. Find a design to copy and build it with the block editor and CSS. Regarding client websites braking, it's just important to have reliable backups. And the site shouldn't break anyways if you are using reliable, well-maintained themes and plugins. Everything comes with time. Just keep building websites and you will become an expert at it.
@@coding4tacos Tanks too much Taylor for your replay
Great video. Looking forward to any future ones on this topic.
Thanks my friend! More to come for sure!
Thank you Taylor. You made my day!
thank you so much for guiding us, lots of love from Pakistan, keep uploading these types of videos!
This answered so many questions I've had recently! Thank you so much.
Thanks Max! I'm super glad to hear that!
lease inbox me
looking forward to be a WP Developer. thanks for this tips
You got this!
This video is so much helpful to me as a beginner thank you..
Thanks Ejaz, you got this!
Super simple explanation.. beauty
I know till elemetor and made simple pages that are static should I jump in market
Thanks for your great speech and probably it will help me to be a wordpress developer! ❤️
Hey man! This is the first video that i watched and absolutely loved it. You are doing a fantastic job. Love from india ❤️.
Actually i was hoping to seek your guidance in learning web dev (I have basic knowledge of HTML, CSS & JS) but i really wanna become a freelancer which is probably not possible with limited skillset I have, so if it is possible for you to talk on any social media platform, i would be more than happy.
Hi Nevil, thank you! Cheers. It sounds like learning WordPress or Shopify development might be a good next step for you. My twitter account is in the description of this video and you can add me there.
Okay, shall do :)
TY. Not dealing with imposter syndrome as you so put it...dealing with traumatic memories. Watching this will definitely help after trying to get on UpWork already while dealing with everything.
Not sure if you'll remember this but back when MySpace was bigger than Facebook. That's when I learned coding and using a website builder along with altering a lot of things on my then myspace page. I wish FB was set up the same.
Yes, I learned basic HTML and CSS from Myspace! Forgot everything later though and had to relearn
You are very straight forward with the information and I find your videos very helpful.
Thanks Bryan! I'm going to do my best to make better content and hopefully help as many people as I can
Thank you.Your way of explaining things is so nice and simple.Waiting for a new video
Thanks so much, I'm glad you liked it! More to come soon!
Thank you 🙌🏻. That was beneficial and helpful. You just provided the key of success!.
Precious advice. Thank you so much.
Thank you for the brief and very informative video
Thank you Mariem!
Fantastic video, very helpful.
looking forward how to make proposal that win client :) i like your videos!
Thank you so much! Your comment means a lot, and I'll be making that video soon.
Why didn't you link your upwork profile in the description?
This video is a big big help for me. thanks bro
Thank you for this video!
This video has been very helpful as well! Thank you so much for this video 🥰
Brilliant video! Can you please recommend a TH-cam series or a course where I can learn the basics of Wordpress.
Thank you! I've heard many many good things about Brad Schiff's course on Udemy. His YT channel is called LearnWebCode. For theme development, I really liked the Eduonix course by Brad Traversy (a bit old, but it stands the test of time). Two other TH-cam channels that have helped me with more advanced topics are WPCasts and Alessandro Castellani.
All that said, if you are just starting out and you want to be a productive WordPress developer, I would (1) learn CSS very well, then (2) download Local by Flywheel and start experimenting with different WordPress themes, plugins and page builders. Courses are great, but real learning comes when you build projects on your own.
Hope that helps! One of the best things about WP development is that it is used on millions of existing sites and very well documented.
I'll hit subscribe after this video, thanks man
Probably dumb questions but
1. Does wordpress handle backend?
2. How do you give the site to the client after its done?
Yes, WordPress handle backend. It's an CMS with both front end and back end, and probably the most popular one, along the Drupal, Jolma and others.
Hey Taylor! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Thank you!! I appreciate you taking the time to comment
Good video. I have a doubt. If a client wants a new WordPress website and they do not have hosting and domain, how can I tell them to purchase it. Should they purchase or I have to purchase, because they may not be familiar with hosting. Thanks.
Thank you for the video! I'm a graphic designer with a basic knowledge of web design. I always had the imposter syndrome which stopped me from doing it. Now I decided to finish an advanced WordPress course and to combine it with the knowledge I already have. What do you think, what does it take until my first sale on Upwork after I make an account. Thank you
sir, you are just awesome. thank you so much for these information. these are very helpful for beginners like me.
You're awesome! Best of luck! You can do this
make a video for writing a proposal
I think It will be good if you make a guide on how to creare/write a business proposal and a legal agreement in favour of a freelancer Web developer with their client
Good idea! I have a video about writing Upwork proposals, but it sounds like you might be talking about something for clients off the platform, right?
@@coding4tacos yeah! :) for all clients actually. Like people contacts me from Facebook.
@@risavghosh3242 Cool!
@@coding4tacos yeah so for people who are and aren't on freelancing platforms. For all clients
Thank you for the advice. It would be great to get some clients while I look for my first web dev job
I think that's a great plan. Having experience with clients and building sites for other people will really help your chances of getting that first job. Thanks for your comment!
@@coding4tacos hey. I have a question. Why should we learn CSS when there's customizers/page builders like Elementor in wordpress?
I'm a bit confused where to do the hosting/domain for freelance with clients. Could you offer some advice on that? That whole area is confusing me
Thanks for great video
great and inspiring video. Thanks Taylor!
Thanks Ibrahim!!
Hi Tylor, I did some courses on wordpress. Now i want to build some projects to show in my portfolio. Any suggestions for projects? What projects on demand in upwork for wordpress?
Thanks, man..really helpful video
Thanks so much Nasim!!
Very nice video bhai 😁😁😁😍
Do you give customers guides on how to use Woocommerce or Wordpress in general?
The only thing that has kept me from offering wordpress work, on already built sites is do most people use a ftp client to edit the files, do they download all the theme files and edit them locally then re-upload those theme files, do they edit them directly in wordpress, or do they do something else?
Thanks but I can't seem to find your profile
Should i learn css first or wordpress?
i know about the basics of wordpress and i have made some demo websites with wordpress but i dont have any knowledge about css or bootstrap..should i jump into the freelancing sector?
I don't have any money but I have the skills and free WordPress on my local computer.. Should I start freelancing with this?
This is so helpful!! Thank you so much
thanks a lot for this video ! that's the kind of videos what we beginners are looking for
Glad it was helpful! Thank you!
Hey I am Wordpress developer. I had knowledge on plugins, page builders, Wordpress. But I don’t know the path for it and how can I get my first client using freelancer. I am new to freelancing just wondering how to get along with this
Got motivated, thank you.
You got this!! Thank you!
Please can someone tell me have long would it take me to learn those minimum skills and have long it takes to make the job done?
Thank you! Its a very encouraging video!
Thank you for your comment Dustin! Good luck with your freelance endeavors!
underrated channel on youtube...
Thank you so much! I can't wait to get back to making videos!
Nice guide bro ♥️ really enjoyed and learned alot from you... 💕
do the clients give you their WordPress password credentials? Since you need that to make changes to the theme/install plugins
I have currently used css, js, jquery, tailwind in many projects. I have am also learning php, can i just skip php for a while and jump to wordpress and try freelancing?
Yes, absolutely! Knowing JS will be extremely helpful, and you'll pick up on PHP for WordPress fast. Stack overflow and tools like chatGPT can be great for figuring out how to do things with PHP in WordPress. I would recommend checking out the Tailpress theme and Googling about the WordPress template hierarchy.
I been on Upwork two years and have a background in recruiting and staffing. I never landed any recruiting jobs sadly and don’t understand why:( I am trying to now switch careers and get into web development, just a better career compared to recruiting which isn’t a career at all. How much coding knowledge do I need to have in order to be successful as a Wordpress developer ?
Can you suggest best course of WordPress 🤔🤔🤔
Hey man! Thanks for the video!
I asked some people about how to become a Wordpress developer and they told me that I need to be expert in JavaScript and PHP also! Is it true? Or as you said I can land jobs with just my knowledge in HTML and CSS?
Very like-able personality and very engaging New subscriber 🥰
Thanks for this bros. It motivates me as well
Glad to hear it! I want to help people because I know freelancing can be tough
How about HTML and JavaScript, isn't that needed to?
Thank you brother. i am new in freelance , i want to make account on upwork . give me some advise how can i start.
I"m entry-level web developer need know more about upwork
These are very helpful!! TYSM!!
Am interested!! Please make the video
Hi good video ! Does these skills are solid enough to apply for a job position too ?
Love your videos!
Thanks so much! That's encouraging to hear
Great explanation 💎
I want to learn WordPress from start.
Wow I'm inspired. I'm a new learner on WordPress. Can you gives some tips how to learn.
I'd start by learning HTML and CSS well, which you can do on youtube, freecodecamp, udemy, etc. At that point I would just start building things with WordPress and experiment with different themes while learning some JS and PHP as well. Focus on building, though. You can use something like WampServer or Local by Flywheel to develop WP sites on your local computer.
Thank you for your info.
Could you please make a video on proposal writing?
Please make more videos like this. I want to know about the proposal.
Thanks! More are coming! I do have a video on proposals but I'll be tackling that more in the future as well.
is just being a wordpress designer can survive as free lancer at fiverr or upwork ? cos i m a designer without CSS or PHP, i m confortable with elementor and wordpress and plugins and famouse themes like woodmart , , but i i never got any job .
There are many different skills in demand on Upwork - not just WordPress. Getting that first gig is difficult, which is why it's so important to write quality proposals when you are applying to jobs.
Hey..start theme and plugin dev course from begin to advance level.
Do you have video to for turorial
Amazing Video!
Thanks Angelo!