PHP Programming

Lessons

1. Introduction to PHP

   Easy

   45 mins

   Pankaj Bains

   PHP (PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor) is a server-side scripting language used for web development. It was created by Rasmus Lerdorf in 1994 and has since become one of the most popular programming languages for building dynamic web pages and web applications

2. PHP Syntax and Data Types

   Difficult

   1 hour 30 mins

   Pankaj Bains

   PHP syntax is a set of rules and guidelines for writing PHP code. The PHP code is embedded in HTML code and is executed on the server before the HTML code is sent to the client’s browser. Here are some basic syntax rules for writing PHP code:

3. Control Structures and Functions

   Difficult

   30 mins

   Pankaj Bains

   Control structures and functions are important concepts in PHP programming language. Control structures are used to control the flow of execution of PHP scripts, while functions are used to perform specific tasks.
4. Arrays and Strings

   Difficult

   50 mins

   Pankaj Bains

   In PHP, an array is a data structure that stores a collection of values, such as numbers, strings, or other data types. Each value in an array is associated with an index, which can be an integer or a string.
5. Working with Forms and User Input

   Easy

   45 mins

   Pankaj Bains

   Building forms with HTML and PHP is a common task in web development. Here are some steps to follow to build forms with HTML and PHP: Create the HTML form: Start by creating an HTML form that includes input fields for the user to enter data. Make sure to include the appropriate form tags and input types (e.g., text, password, checkbox, radio button, etc.).
6. Working with Databases

   40 mins

   Pankaj Bains

   Working with databases is a fundamental aspect of web development. Databases allow you to store, manage and retrieve data efficiently, and they are an essential component of modern web applications. In this section, we’ll cover the basics of connecting to a database and performing CRUD (create, read, update, delete) operations with PHP and MySQL.
7. Object-Oriented Programming in PHP

   Easy

   45 mins

   Pankaj Bains

   Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) is a programming paradigm that revolves around the concept of objects. Objects are instances of classes that contain both data and behavior. PHP supports OOP concepts and allows developers to build complex and maintainable applications.
8. Advanced PHP Concepts

   Moderate

   1 hour 0 mins

   Pankaj Bains

   Advanced PHP concepts build upon the fundamental concepts covered in basic PHP courses. Here are some examples of advanced PHP concepts:
9. Deployment and Maintenance

   Moderate

   1 hour 0 mins

   Pankaj Bains

   Deployment and maintenance are critical aspects of any web application, and PHP applications are no exception. Here are some common practices for deploying and maintaining PHP applications: