Novare: WordPress for Libraries with Diana Silveira

Whether you’re launching a brand-new library website or giving an existing one a much-needed refresh, this course will guide you through WordPress with clarity and confidence. In this interactive course, we’ll explore: WordPress and website fundamentals Popular themes and page builders Content creation best practices Accessibility essentials SEO basics Plugins and added functionality Ongoing maintenance, backups, and security Designed specifically for libraries and real-world workflows, this course focuses on practical, usable skills. Along the way, you’ll learn how to avoid common pitfalls and build a toolbox you can rely on long after the course ends. No coding required—just curiosity, creativity, and a desire to make your library’s website work better for your users. Presenter: Diana Silveira Diana Silveira is a librarian and president of Novare Library Services, where she works with libraries to develop, implement, and utilize technology effectively. She has built and managed websites for multiple libraries for over fifteen years. Previously, she worked at the Tampa Bay (FL) Library Consortium and the Charlotte Mecklenburg (NC) Library. She has an MLIS from UNC-Greensboro and a BS in psychology from Catawba College.