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Lesson 8: Handling Forms in PHP
Forms are a vital part of web applications, enabling user interaction and data submission. This lesson covers handling form submissions using PHP, differentiating between GET and POST methods, and securing user input through validation and sanitization. 8.1 GET vs POST What are GET and POST Methods? Both GET and POST are HTTP request methods used…
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Lesson 7: Arrays in PHP
Arrays are one of the most important data structures in PHP. They allow you to store and manage multiple values in a single variable. This lesson will cover the three types of arrays in PHP: Indexed, Associative, and Multidimensional arrays. Additionally, we will explore commonly used array functions. 7.1 Indexed Arrays What is an Indexed…
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Lesson 6: Functions in PHP
Functions in PHP are reusable blocks of code that perform specific tasks. They help make code modular, efficient, and easier to debug. This lesson will explore defining and calling functions, working with parameters and return values, and understanding variable scope and global variables. 6.1 Defining and Calling Functions What is a Function? A function is…
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Lesson 5: Control Structures
Control structures in PHP enable developers to implement decision-making and repetitive tasks. This lesson covers conditional statements (if-else, switch-case) and loops (for, while, do-while, foreach) in detail, with examples and use cases. 5.1 If-Else Statements What is an If-Else Statement? If-else statements execute a block of code based on a condition. Syntax: <?php if (condition)…
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Lesson 4: Operators in PHP
Introduction Operators in PHP are symbols or keywords used to perform specific operations on variables and values. PHP offers a wide range of operators grouped into categories such as arithmetic, assignment, comparison, and logical operators. This lesson explores each type with examples and use cases. 4.1 Arithmetic Operators Purpose Arithmetic operators are used to perform…
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Lesson 2: Setting Up the Environment
2.1 Installing XAMPP/WAMP/MAMP What is XAMPP/WAMP/MAMP? XAMPP: Cross-platform Apache, MySQL, PHP, Perl. WAMP: Windows-based server stack. MAMP: macOS-based stack. Steps to Install XAMPP: Download from the official XAMPP website. Run the installer and follow the prompts. Start the Apache and MySQL services from the XAMPP Control Panel. Verifying Installation: Open a browser and visit http://localhost.…
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Lesson 1: What is PHP
1.1 History of PHP Origin: PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) was created in 1994 by Rasmus Lerdorf. Initially designed as a set of Common Gateway Interface (CGI) binaries to track visitors to his website. Evolution: 1995: PHP/FI (Personal Home Page/Forms Interpreter) released. 1997: PHP 2.0 introduced by Zeev Suraski and Andi Gutmans. 1998: PHP 3.0 – Redesigned…
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Outsourcing Software Development – the Key to Unlocking Innovation
Many companies find themselves bogged down in the mire of maintaining legacy systems or dealing with a shortage of skilled personnel. How can IT managers and decision-makers drive forward with agility and speed? The answer may lie in a strategy once considered radical—outsourcing software development. The Outsourcing Transformation Gone are the days when outsourcing was…
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Master PHP Programming: From Basics to Advanced with Real-World Projects
This course is designed to take you from a beginner to an advanced PHP programmer. You’ll learn the fundamentals, dive deep into advanced concepts, and apply your skills through real-world projects. By the end, you’ll be able to create robust and scalable web applications. Target Audience: Beginners with no programming experience. Web developers looking to…