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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

There’s a name I keep coming back to whenever someone asks how I learned to build websites: Hogan Chua.

Back when I had no idea what I was doing — no one to guide me, no roadmap — I found his tutorials. Clear, honest, no unnecessary complexity. He taught through Themify Ultra, the same theme I still use today, a decade later.

I never met him. But his work shaped how I think about websites — that owning your space on the internet matters, that the tools you choose define your freedom, and that anyone determined enough can figure this out.

This section exists because of him. Everything here builds on what he started.

→ Visit hoganchua.com

Make Your Own Website

How to make a website using WordPress

  • Step 1

    Choose your own domain

    Pick a name that represents you or your brand — short, memorable, and easy to spell.

  • Step 2

    Get Hosting

    Your website needs a home on the internet. Here’s what to look for and what I recommend.

  • Step 3

    Install WordPress

    The foundation of everything. One-click install, free, and powers over 40% of the web.

  • Step 4

    Choose Your Theme — Why Themify Ultra

    Not all themes are equal. Here’s why I’ve used Themify Ultra for over a decade and never looked back.

  • Step 5

    Install Essential Plugins

    The right plugins extend your site without slowing it down. Here’s my actual list.

  • Step 6

    Build Your First Page

    Open the Themify Builder and start creating. No code required.

  • Step 7

    Set Up SEO Basics

    Make sure Google can find you. Simple steps that make a big difference.

  • Step 8

    Go Live

    Final checks before you hit publish and share your site with the world.