Welcome to Jumping Into PHP! This ebook will teach you the basics of PHP programming, so you can start creating your own dynamic and interactive web pages.
PHP is a server-side scripting language, which means that it executes on the web server rather than on the user's computer. This makes it ideal for web development, as it allows you to create pages that are personalized and responsive to user input.
In this ebook, you will learn the following:
- How to write PHP code
- How to use variables, data types, and operators
- How to control the flow of your code
- How to create functions
- How to work with arrays
- How to create and use objects
- How to connect to databases
By the end of this ebook, you will have the skills you need to start developing your own PHP applications.
Who this ebook is for
This ebook is for anyone who wants to learn PHP programming. No prior programming experience is required.
If you are a web developer, PHP is a valuable tool that you can use to create dynamic and interactive web pages. If you are a student, PHP is a great language to learn for your future career. And if you are simply interested in learning how to program, PHP is a good language to start with.
What you'll need
To use this ebook, you will need a computer with PHP installed. You can download PHP for free from the PHP website: https://www.php.net/
You will also need a text editor or IDE to write your PHP code. A text editor is a simple program that allows you to create and edit text files. An IDE is a more powerful program that includes features such as code completion and debugging tools.
How to use this ebook
This ebook is organized into chapters. Each chapter covers a specific topic. Each chapter includes a brief introduction, followed by a number of exercises that you can work through to practice what you have learned.
You can read this ebook in any order, but it is recommended that you start with the first chapter and work your way through the chapters in order.
Conclusion
Jumping Into PHP is a quick and easy way to learn the basics of PHP programming. By the end of this ebook, you will have the skills you need to start developing your own PHP applications.
