Hands-on WordPress Training in Uganda at the Groundbreaker Campus
WordPress came to the Groundbreaker Campus, and it was a whole lot of fun.
Together with the WordPress Campus Connect team, our Talents from Cohort 6 spent a full day of hands-on WordPress training in Uganda.
The session covered everything from CMS fundamentals and local development environments to themes, plugins and the structure of an online learning platform. Most importantly, our Talents were able to put what they learned into practice straight away.
Hands-on WordPress training in Uganda
Throughout the day, our Talents set up WordPress on their own laptops, customised themes, added functionality with plugins and explored how websites are built and managed. They also worked on the structure of a learning management system (LMS), applying their new skills to a real-world project involving user roles, courses and digital content.
The feedback reflected their progress: 84% of respondents reported increased confidence in WordPress, while all respondents who answered said they would like to continue learning.
From WordPress skills to career opportunities
The training went beyond website development. During a dedicated career session, our Talents explored what employers look for in junior WordPress professionals and how practical WordPress skills can lead to internships, freelance projects, open-source contributions and first jobs in tech.
Sessions like this complement the core curriculum by creating direct exposure to new technologies, professional communities and career pathways.
A big thank you to the WordPress Campus Connect team, as well as all partners and sponsors who made the session possible.
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