This book covers PHP basics
like language constructs, functions, strings, and arrays, progressing to
practical implementations such as databases, graphics, PDFs, and XML handling.
It also covers file operations, form processing, state management, and advanced
concepts like OOP, design patterns, and security measures, these topics
collectively empower developers to create dynamic web applications, manage data
effectively, and implement advanced programming paradigms for secure and
scalable systems.
PHP is a scripting language designed to
fill the gap between SSI and Perl, intended for the Web environment. Its
principal application is the implementation of Web pages having dynamic content.
Topics covered includes: Beginning with Hello World, Nuts and Bolts,
Commenting and Style,Comparison operators, Arrays, Control structures,
Functions, Files, Images, Mailing, Cookies, Sessions, Databases and Regular
expressions.
This is an
excellent book written by Mario Lurig. A collection of over 250 PHP functions
with clear explanations in language anyone can understand, followed with as many
examples as it takes to understand what the function does and how it works. This
book includes numerous additional tips, the basics of PHP, MySQL query examples,
regular expressions syntax, and two indexes to help you find information
faster.