A Beginners Guide to Building a Website: Getting Started the Right Way

Creating a website today is not as difficult as it was several years ago. With a variety of tools and platforms available, even those without technical knowledge can build their websites. However, starting on the right foot will help you save time and resources. This article will serve as a beginner's guide for those interested in starting to create a website. Let's take a look at how we should get started.

Plan and set goals for the website.

Before starting to create a website, the first thing to do is to plan and set clear goals, such as

• What is the purpose of creating a website?
• Who is the target audience?
• What is the function or content that you want to present?

Setting goals will help you know the direction and choose the right tools for building a website.

Choose a website-building platform.

Many platforms allow you to create a website without having to write code yourself. Each platform has its advantages and disadvantages, so choosing the right one is important. Popular platforms include:

WordPress

The most popular platform is suitable for those who want flexibility and can customize their website in various ways. WordPress also offers a wide range of plugins and themes to choose from.

Wix

Suitable for those who want to create a website quickly and without much complexity, Wix is user-friendly with its drag-and-drop feature, making it ideal for building websites that do not require high flexibility.

Shopify

For those looking to create an online store, Shopify is the best option as it offers a comprehensive set of functions for selling products online, along with an easy-to-use inventory management and payment processing system.

Choosing a domain and hosting.

Once you have chosen a platform, the next step is to select a domain name and hosting service.

A domain name is the name of your website that users will type into their browser, such as www.example.com. You should choose a name that is easy to remember and relevant to your business or the content of your website.

Hosting is the storage space for your website files. There are several types of hosting to choose from, such as shared hosting, VPS (Virtual Private Server), and dedicated server. You should select the hosting that suits the amount of traffic and the functions of your website.

Design and develop a website.

Design: Website design should focus on simplicity, cleanliness, and ease of use so that visitors can easily find information without complications. You can use pre-made themes available on various platforms if you lack design knowledge.

Website Development: If you use a platform with automated website-building tools, you can skip this step. However, if you want a more specific website, you may need to hire a professional web developer to assist you. Alternatively, if you know coding, such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, you can take matters into your own hands.

Content enhancement

Content is the heart of a website. Good content will make your website interesting and attract visitors. You should add quality content that meets the needs of your target audience, such as articles, images, videos, and so on.

SEO (Search Engine Optimization) (Search Engine Optimization)

SEO is the process of optimizing a website to rank higher in search engine results pages, which will help increase the traffic to your website.

Website inspection and testing.

Before you launch the website for actual use, you should check and test the functionality of the website in all aspects, such as verifying that the website loads quickly, has no broken links, and displays correctly on all devices.

We are activating and promoting a website.

After everything has been checked and is in order, the final step is to launch the website. You can promote your site through social media, Google Ads, or other forms of online marketing to attract visitors.

Creating a website is not difficult, but planning and executing it effectively is essential. I hope this article will help you understand how to start building your website correctly.