If you’ve ever built a website on your computer and wondered, “What happens next?”, this practical workshop is for you. Designed for beginners and curious minds, this session breaks down the journey of a website from a local machine to being fully live and accessible on the internet — without the confusing jargon.

Delivered by a Mindroom Web Development graduate Wagner Garcia, who now works in the industry, this is your chance to learn how the technical foundations behind websites really work.

• What to Expect

  • In this beginner-friendly session, you’ll learn how a website moves from development to deployment.

    We’ll unpack the key building blocks that power the internet — in clear, simple language — so you can confidently understand how websites are published, secured, and maintained.

    By the end of the session, you’ll walk away with a solid understanding of what happens behind the scenes when a website goes live.

    • What you’ll learn

      How websites actually go live
      What a domain name really is
      How DNS connects your domain to your website
      The role of hosting and servers
      What SSL certificates do and why security matters
      How everything connects in a real-world business environment
      A live demonstration of the publishing process
      Practical insights from industry experience

      No prior technical knowledge is required.

  • Who Is This For?

    This workshop is ideal for:

    • – IT students
      – Students curious about web development
      – Future VET / vocational IT learners
      – Career changers exploring tech pathways
      – Beginners with no technical background
      – Anyone wanting practical digital skills

    About Wagner

    Wagner is a Web Development Specialist with over a decade of experience working in fast-paced agency environments. Beyond end-to-end development, he manages the technical foundations behind websites — including domains, hosting, and security — ensuring everything runs smoothly in day-to-day operations.

    Having successfully transitioned from student to industry professional, Wagner brings real-world insight and practical knowledge that connects theory to practice.

The details

Date: Thu, 28th May 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM 
Delivery: Mindroom, Burleigh Heads 
Cost: FREE

To build real-world digital skills — join the workshop

Register now – limited spots!

To ensure a hands-on, personalised experience, places are limited. We strongly recommend registering early to secure your spot.