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A quick introduction to premium themes for WordPress with two examples and some reasons why you might consider using one.
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Intro To Premium WordPress Themes
Elmer [email protected]
Elmer Boutin | @rehor | www.elmerboutin.com
WordPress is arguably the most popular Content Management System going these days.
Elmer Boutin | @rehor | www.elmerboutin.com
Elmer Boutin | @rehor | www.elmerboutin.com
There are at least 670 free themes to choose from if you go into your WordPress Appearance settings
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That’s A LOT of themes
Chances are you’ll find one which suits your needs – and which won’t cost you any $$$.
Elmer Boutin | @rehor | www.elmerboutin.com
Why consider a premium theme?
• Advanced features• Easier control over appearance • SEO• Better support• Customizations kept through updates
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Two Leading Contenders
Thesis Theme by DIYThemes
Genesis Theme by CopyBlogger Media
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Disclaimer!
Warning!
Possible conflict of interest!
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Both Genesis & Thesis have these …
• Advanced features• Easier control over appearance • SEO• Better support• Customizations kept through updates
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Advantages of Genesis …
• Less coding if you want custom looks via Child Themes• Easier control over appearance • Many easy-to-use widgets built-in
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Advantages of Thesis
• Great if you’re comfortable withhacking a little PHP and CSS
• Costs a bit less*• Austin-based
* Depending on package purchased & how many sites you have
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Quick Demo of Thesis Theme
I run Thesis on my own web site -
www.crossingmarketingandit.com
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Another comparison by a user of both themes:
Thesis vs Genesis – Comparing Premium WordPress Themes
http://kikolani.com/thesis-vs-genesis-comparing-premium-wordpress-themes.html
Elmer Boutin | @rehor | www.elmerboutin.com
Questions?
Comments?
Throw rotten produce?
Thank you!
Elmer [email protected]