Course Information
Course Overview
The Ultimate WordPress Migration Course - Plugin Free and Zero Downtime WordPress Migration
This course will teach you how to become a WordPress migration pro in a few hours.
The migration process is completed without using any WordPress "migration" plugins.
Migrating a WordPress site refers to the process of moving a website from one location to another.
Some of the reasons for migrating a WordPress site, can include moving the site from one host to another, changing the domain name or moving the site from a local development or staging environment to a live server. You may also want to change your sites web server, from, for example, Apache to nginx or LiteSpeed.
Migrating a WordPress site can be time-consuming, but it's an essential process and skill that every WordPress site owner should have.
The curriculum of the course includes the process of moving a WordPress site from a local development environment to a server as well as from one server to another. Each of these scenarios presents its own set of distinct challenges.
We'll cover the following migration scenarios in the course:
Migrate your site from a local development environment to an Apache or LiteSpeed server.
Migrate your site from a local development environment to a nginx server.
Migrate your site from a "live" production server to a another "live" production server, where Apache or LiteSpeed is the web server being used on both production servers.
Migrate your site from a "live" production server to a another "live" production server, where nginx is the web server being used on both production servers.
Migrate your site from a "live" production server to a another "live" production server, where Apache or LiteSpeed is the web server being used on the source production server and nginx is the web server being used on the destination production servers.
Migrate your site from a "live" production server to a another "live" production server, where nginx is the web server being used on both production servers.
Migrate a WordPress site from a domain site to a sub domain site on the same server. This type of migration can be called a testbed or staging migration and is very important, as it allows you to test custom code, new features or updates prior to implementing the code, features or updates on your production site. It will allow you to first test any changes will save you time, money and reduce the stress of worrying if an update, code change or feature might crash your site.
An important and often overlooked aspect of site migration is the SSL certificate for the site. Due to the HTTP Strict Transport Security header, downtime is guaranteed when you migrate a site, as returning visitors will not be able to access your site until you have reinstalled and configured the SSL certificates.
As this course is all about a seamless, quick, easy, plugin free and ZERO DOWNTIME migration process, SSL certificate migration is also included in the course. You will learn how to migrate a WordPress site and the SSL certificate from a production server to another.
Enroll today to become a WordPress migration professional and experience the advantages of plugin-free, zero-downtime WordPress migration.
Course Content
- 9 section(s)
- 26 lecture(s)
- Section 1 Course Introduction
- Section 2 WordPress Site Migration Overview
- Section 3 Site Migration Local Development Environment to Server Migration
- Section 4 Site Migration Server to Server - Apache to Apache - including LiteSpeed
- Section 5 Site Migration Server to Server - NGINX to NGINX
- Section 6 Site Migration Server to Server - Apache to NGINX
- Section 7 Migration - Server to Server - NGINX - Domain to Sub Domain - Staging Site
- Section 8 OTHER MIGRATIONS
- Section 9 Course Conclusion
What You’ll Learn
- Learn how to complete a plugin free WordPress site migration
- Learn how to complete WordPress migrations with ZERO downtime
- Migrate WordPress sites from a development environment to a live server
- Migrate WordPress sites from a live production server to a testbed or staging server
- Migrate "live" production WordPress sites from Apache based hosting to nginx or LiteSpeed
Skills covered in this course
Reviews
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LLDSPhoenix
This course has truly opened my eyes to the world of WordPress site management, and I admire how Andrew’s courses are interconnected and build upon each other. This helps ensure they are invaluable guidance and remain a reliable resource. This, along with the diligent attention to detail and the course support Q&As, has profoundly aided my journey.
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EELENA SAN
Andrew's courses are my best investment! This is the fourth course I've purchased from him, and it's one of the best! I faced several issues during the migration process, and Andrew helped me solve all of them! He answers students' questions in the course Q&A session professionally. I successfully migrated my WordPress sites without using any plugins and faced zero downtime! I highly recommend this course to all website owners! And I'm expecting Andrew's next course. He is truly a great teacher!
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SStrahinja Živković
Andrew's Migration Mastery course is a must-have for anyone who manages websites, from seasoned developers to relative newcomers. This course tackles the often-dreaded task of site migration with clarity and precision, demystifying the process and providing practical, step-by-step guidance for various scenarios. What sets this course apart is its comprehensive approach, covering the "how" and the "why" behind each step, giving you a deep understanding of the underlying mechanisms. The course shines in its breadth of coverage. It doesn't just focus on one type of migration; instead, it meticulously walks you through migrations from local development environments to both Apache/LiteSpeed and Nginx servers and then tackles the more complex scenarios of migrating between live production servers with varying web server configurations (Apache/LiteSpeed to Apache/LiteSpeed, Nginx to Nginx, and even Apache/LiteSpeed to Nginx). This versatility is invaluable, as it prepares you for virtually any migration challenge you might face. One of the most practical aspects of the course is its dedicated section on staging migrations (domain to subdomain on the same server). Andrew correctly emphasizes the importance of this technique for testing updates and new features before pushing them live, a crucial step for minimizing downtime and preventing potential disasters. This alone is worth the price of admission. Beyond the technical details, the course also highlights a critical, often-overlooked element: SSL certificate management. This attention to detail demonstrates the course's commitment to providing a truly complete learning experience. Andrew's teaching style is clear, concise, and easy to follow. He breaks down complex processes into manageable chunks, making even the most intimidating migrations feel achievable. The course materials are well-structured, and the examples provided are practical and relevant. In short, Andrew Eaton's Migration Mastery course is an excellent investment. It provides the knowledge and skills you need to confidently migrate websites of all sizes and complexities, minimizing downtime and ensuring a smooth transition. Whether you're a freelancer, agency employee, or in-house webmaster, this course will become an indispensable tool in your arsenal. Highly recommended!
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FFirst Name Last Name
This is another outstanding course from one of my favorite instructors on Udemy. The course contains in-depth knowledge on migrating a WordPress site under various real-world scenarios. The lectures are clear and concise, and the instructions are easy to follow. There is built-in repetition and review that cements understanding of key concepts, while not disrupting the flow of learning. Thank you