---
title: "WordPress 101"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/software/learndash/academy/wordpress-101/"
description: "New to WordPress? Start here! Learn all about how WordPress works, how to use global elements, and get to know the WordPress Dashboard. Then you'll be all set t…"
vertical: "Software"
area: "Academy"
topics: ["General WordPress", "Getting Started", "LearnDash 101", "WordPress 101"]
date: "2023-02-22"
last_modified: "2026-07-02"
---

# WordPress 101

![](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/WordPress-101-Thumb-1.jpg)New to WordPress? Start here! Learn all about how WordPress works, how to use global elements, and get to know the WordPress Dashboard. Then you’ll be all set to get started with LearnDash!