Category: Intro to Joomla

In this series introduction, you will learn what Joomla is, what it’s for, and some of its key aspects.

This chapter details how to get Joomla 4 or 5 up and running on a local test server (your computer with XAMPP).

In this chapter, we will cover some of the fundamental concepts any Joomla site administrator should know. We’ll mainly be focusing on the site’s global configuration and talk in more detail about the different extension types. Administration Panel Overview The administration panel is the section of the website where users with back-end permission can log in and […]

An in depth look at all the essentials of editing articles in Joomla.

Learn how to organize articles into categories in Joomla.

This guide discusses the ins and outs of menus and navigation in Joomla, including URL rewriting and menu item aliases.

A complete overview of how user management, access levels, user groups, and the user registration process works in Joomla.

In this chapter, you will learn about how to install and configure templates in Joomla. You’ll also learn more about the module manager and module positions. Templates A template dictates the overall look and feel of your website. The layout, colors, logos, background images, typography, and more is all set by the template you select. There are […]

In this chapter, you will learn how to install, manage, and use third party extensions in Joomla. You will also learn about some of the most useful free extensions, including Akeeba Backup, one of the best free backup extensions available. Extension Types We have touched on the various extension types throughout this series (especially in […]

In this chapter, we will look at some of Joomla’s more advanced concepts. You will learn about caching, improving performance, security, and more. What’s A Cache? A cache (pronounced like “cash”) is a collection of data saved at an earlier point in time for later use and quick access. Caches improve performance. As it relates to Joomla and […]