Wordpress and Beaver Builder Quick Website Design Series

🌟 **Overall Course Review** 🌟 **Course Content and Structure:** The course offers a solid introduction to Beaver Builder, a popular page builder for WordPress sites. It is designed to help beginners understand the basics of designing with Beaver Builder, and to give them a taste of what they can achieve with this tool. The content provided in the 8 videos is comprehensive enough to set a foundation for newcomers and offers practical, video walkthroughs that are more effective than reading blogs or documentation. **Instructor's Approach:** The instructor presents the material at a pace that ensures clarity, which is appreciated by learners who found previous courses too fast-paced. The teaching style is clear and engaging, with examples chosen to illustrate key concepts effectively. Some learners have suggested that adding more detail and background information could enhance understanding for those looking to think creatively about application beyond the basics. **Value and Relevance:** As a free introductory course, it is considered excellent value by many learners. It covers, in reasonable detail, the process of building a website with Beaver Builder. The professionalism and approachability of the instructor are highlighted, and the course serves as an effective taster for Stacked Academy's full-scale courses without being overly pushy about upselling. **Potential Improvements:** Some learners have expressed a desire for more advanced topics, such as layout planning and integration with other plugins or tools. Others would appreciate updates on the course content to ensure it aligns with the latest versions of Beaver Builder. A few reviewers pointed out that the course felt like a sales pitch for Stacked Academy's services, which some learners may view as a drawback if they were not interested in the platform beyond the course itself. **Recent Updates and Availability:** The most significant feedback is the request for information on how up-to-date the course content is, given that Beaver Builder updates frequently. Some learners have mentioned that they could not find a free version of the Stack Sites platform at the time of their review, so clarification on the availability of free resources would be helpful. **Pros:** - Comprehensive introduction to Beaver Builder for beginners - Clear and detailed video walkthroughs - Engaging teaching style with a pace suitable for learners - Excellent value as a free course - Provides a good foundation for further learning **Cons:** - Some advanced topics are not covered, which might be necessary for more complex website design - The course content may seem somewhat dated if not recently updated - Slightly perceived as a sales pitch for Stacked Academy - Free resources mentioned in the course may not always be available (e.g., Stack Sites) **Conclusion:** Overall, this free introductory course to Beaver Builder is highly recommended for beginners looking to explore or start designing with WordPress. It provides a solid foundation and practical insights into page building with Beaver Builder. For those interested in advanced features or the latest updates, it's advisable to check the course's last update and consider the potential need for additional resources or training.