Backdrop CMS for Administrators

• Basic understanding of content management systems (CMS)
• Familiarity with website administration tasks
• Experience with basic HTML and CSS is helpful but not required

Audience

• Website Administrators
• Content Managers
• Non-technical users managing a Backdrop CMS website

Backdrop CMS is an open-source content management system designed for small to medium-sized organizations. It offers an easy-to-use interface and powerful features for website administrators to manage content, users, and configurations efficiently.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level website administrators who wish to efficiently manage a Backdrop CMS website without needing extensive coding knowledge.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install, configure, and maintain a Backdrop CMS website.
• Manage content, users, and permissions effectively.
• Customize the website layout and appearance.
• Extend website functionality using modules and themes.
• Perform backups and security best practices.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction to Backdrop CMS

• What is Backdrop CMS?
• Backdrop CMS vs. Drupal
• Installing and setting up Backdrop CMS
• Overview of the administrative interface

Managing Content

• Creating and editing content
• Using content types and fields
• Managing media and file uploads
• Organizing content with categories and tags

User Management

• Creating and managing user accounts
• Setting roles and permissions
• Handling user authentication and access control

Customizing Site Layout and Appearance

• Using the Layout System
• Applying and customizing themes
• Managing blocks and menus

Extending Backdrop CMS with Modules

• Finding and installing modules
• Configuring modules for added functionality
• Essential modules for website administration

Site Maintenance and Security

• Performing regular backups
• Security best practices
• Updating Backdrop CMS and modules
• Monitoring site performance

Summary and Next Steps