Introduction to MediaWiki is a beginner-level course designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in using and editing wikis with MediaWiki. Participants will learn the basic concepts and functionalities of MediaWiki, enabling them to create, edit, and manage wiki pages effectively. Through a combination of theoretical explanations, hands-on exercises, and real-world examples, participants will gain the necessary skills to navigate and contribute to MediaWiki-powered wikis.
| Duration: | 2 days |
| Onsite Training: | $3,000 including travel in the USA. Inquire about international training rates. |
| Remote Training: | $1,000 |
Introduction to wikis and potential use cases
Overview of MediaWiki and its key features
Exploring notable wikis powered by MediaWiki
Introduction to the MediaWiki interface
Understanding wiki page structure
Browsing and searching for content
Utilizing navigation and sidebar features
Creating an account and logging in
Creating new wiki pages
Adding and formatting text with VisualEditor
Linking pages and creating navigation elements
Understanding collaborative editing in MediaWiki
Tracking changes and viewing revision history
Resolving conflicts and handling edit disputes
Utilizing talk pages for discussions and feedback
Introduction to wikitext syntax
Basic formatting and text styling
Creating lists, tables, and templates
Advanced formatting techniques
Understanding categories and their importance
Creating and using categories effectively
Organizing wiki content with categories
Managing category hierarchies
Uploading images and other media files
Embedding media in wiki pages
Understanding file usage and metadata
Managing and organizing media files
Personalizing user preferences and settings
Customizing the user interface and layout
Managing your watchlist
Understanding user interactions in MediaWiki
Communicating through user talk pages
Mentions and notifications
Configuring notification preferences
Monitoring and managing notifications
This course is designed for beginners and focuses on the fundamental aspects of using and editing a MediaWiki-powered wiki. It can be customized and expanded based on the specific needs and requirements of the participants in our Custom MediaWiki Training Tailored to Your Goals.
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