Creating a Beginner-Friendly WordPress Site for FirePot Abuja (Step-by-Step) Hero Section
Client Background
FirePot Abuja is a fictional Nigerian restaurant created for a training project.
The goal: show how Delta Drive builds simple, professional websites for small businesses with limited resources.
The Challenge
We needed to build a functional WordPress site that:
Looked modern and appetizing
Was easy for beginners to manage
Included essential restaurant features (menu, contact, Google Maps, poll)
No expensive hosting or advanced coding — just a clear process anyone can follow.
Our Approach
1. Local Setup
Installed LocalWP to create a safe testing environment
Created a clean WordPress install
2. Theme & Structure
Picked a lightweight theme for speed
Planned page structure: Home, About, Menu, Contact (with Google Maps), Careers, and Poll
3. Branding & Content
Designed a simple FirePot Abuja logo and slogan
Added photos of dishes and crafted short, catchy copy
4. Key Features
Integrated WPForms for reservations and inquiries
Added a careers page with a simple application form
Embedded a Google Maps location
Created a poll widget for visitor feedback
5. Mobile Optimization & Testing
Ensured responsive layouts across devices
Checked load speed and link functionality
The Results
A complete beginner-friendly WordPress website built in under a week
FirePot Abuja now has a clear, structured online presence ready for launch
Visitors can browse menu, contact the restaurant, and even apply for jobs easily
Visuals
Screenshots of the homepage, menu page, and poll widget
Before/after logo and brand colors
Step-by-step screenshots of the LocalWP setup
Takeaway for Readers
Even small businesses or first-timers can get a clean, functional WordPress site without stress by following the same steps.