About This Course
PHP Course is the best choice for those who want to learn programming and start a career in the dynamically growing IT industry. PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) is one of the most popular backend programming languages, powering over 75% of websites worldwide, including platforms like WordPress, Joomla, Magento, and Drupal. With PHP, you can create advanced web applications, dynamic websites, and content management systems (CMS).
In this comprehensive PHP course, you will learn everything you need to start your journey in PHP programming. You will learn the basics of the language, such as variables, loops, functions, and conditional structures, as well as more advanced topics, such as working with MySQL databases, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in PHP, API integration, and user session management. You will also learn best coding practices, performance optimization, and the principles of creating secure web applications.
The course is designed for beginners as well as those who want to enhance their PHP programming skills. Through simple and practical examples, you will be able to step by step learn how to create applications from scratch. Each topic is explained in an accessible way, focusing on the real-world applications of PHP in building dynamic websites and professional web projects.
You will gain the knowledge to independently create:
- contact forms with data validation,
- admin panels,
- user login and registration systems,
- websites with dynamic content,
- web applications integrating external APIs.
You will also learn to use the latest PHP versions, giving you access to all the current language features. By covering practical tools such as Composer, PHPMyAdmin, and Xdebug, you will acquire skills that will help you in your daily work as a PHP developer.
Why should you learn PHP? This language is extremely versatile and valued by employers worldwide. Many companies are looking for PHP specialists to develop e-commerce systems, SaaS applications, and websites. With PHP, you gain the opportunity to work as a freelancer, handling projects for individual clients, or join international IT teams. It’s an excellent way to grow your career and enter the job market in the tech industry.
This PHP course will not only teach you programming but also provide you with solid foundations for further development in technologies like Laravel, Symfony, or WordPress. Invest in your skills and open the door to the fascinating world of programming!
Course Curriculum
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Introduction: What Is PHP and Why You Should Learn It?
Learn what PHP is, why it's essential for web development, and how to get started. Discover PHP's history, versions, and why it powers 78% of websites worldwide.
Getting Started with PHP: Installation and First Steps with XAMPP (Windows, macOS, Linux)
Step-by-step guide to install XAMPP for PHP development on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Set up Apache, MySQL, and PHP for local web development.
Hello World: Your First PHP Code Example for Beginners
Learn how to create your first PHP Hello World program. Step-by-step tutorial with code examples, best practices, and common beginner mistakes.
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Variables and Data Types in PHP – Complete Beginner's Guide
Master PHP variables and data types with this comprehensive guide. Learn about strings, integers, arrays, objects, and best practices for variable naming.
Constants in PHP - Complete Beginner's Guide
Learn how to create and use constants in PHP. Complete guide covering const keyword, define() function, class constants, and best practices.
Operators in PHP - Arithmetic, Comparison, and Logic
Master PHP operators with this comprehensive tutorial. Learn arithmetic, comparison, and logical operators with practical examples and best practices.
Difference Between Single Quotes and Double Quotes in PHP
Learn the difference between single and double quotes in PHP. Understand string interpolation, escape sequences, and when to use each type.
Concatenation, Interpolation, and String Manipulation in PHP
Learn how to concatenate strings and use interpolation in PHP. Master string manipulation with practical examples and best practices.
Math Functions in PHP: round, ceil, floor, rand
Master PHP math functions including round, ceil, floor, and rand. Learn how to perform calculations and generate random numbers with examples.
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Indexed, Associative, and Multidimensional Arrays in PHP
Learn how to work with arrays in PHP. Master indexed, associative, and multidimensional arrays with practical examples and best practices.
Basic operations on arrays in PHP
Master PHP array operations including adding, removing, searching, sorting, and merging arrays. Complete tutorial with practical examples.
Iterating Over Arrays in PHP: foreach, array_walk, and array_chunk
Learn how to iterate through arrays in PHP using foreach, array_walk, and array_chunk. Master array looping with practical examples and best practices.
Sorting Arrays in PHP: sort, asort, ksort
Learn how to sort arrays in PHP using sort, asort, and ksort functions. Master array sorting with practical examples and best practices.
Additional Array Functions in PHP
Master advanced PHP array functions including map, filter, reduce, merge, and search. Learn powerful array manipulation techniques with examples.
Speed Up Array Operations in PHP: array_map, array_filter, array_walk
Learn how to optimize array processing in PHP using array_map, array_filter, and array_walk. Master fast array operations with performance tips and examples.
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Basic Conditional Statements in PHP: if, else, elseif
Learn how to use conditional statements in PHP including if, else, and elseif. Master decision-making logic with practical examples and best practices.
Switch Statement in PHP – Simple and Complete Guide
Learn how to use the switch statement in PHP. Master switch syntax, fall-through, ranges, and when to use match instead with practical examples.
The match Expression in PHP 8+: A Modern Approach to Conditionals
Learn how to use the match expression in PHP 8+. Master strict comparisons, value returns, and modern conditional logic with practical examples.
Ending Scripts in PHP: exit and die
Learn how to use exit and die in PHP to terminate scripts. Master exit codes, messages, and best practices for web and CLI applications.
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The for Loop in PHP – Complete Lesson for Beginners
Learn how to use the for loop in PHP. Master loop syntax, counters, arrays, HTML generation, and best practices with practical examples.
The while Loop in PHP – Complete Lesson for Beginners
Learn how to use while and do-while loops in PHP. Master loop syntax, file reading, database iteration, and best practices with examples.
The do-while Loop in PHP – Complete Lesson for Beginners
Learn how to use the do-while loop in PHP. Master loop syntax, menu systems, input validation, and best practices with practical examples.
The foreach Loop in PHP – Complete Lesson for Beginners
Learn how to use the foreach loop in PHP. Master array iteration, key-value pairs, references, and best practices with practical examples.
Control Instructions in PHP: break and continue
Learn how to use break and continue in PHP loops and switch statements. Master flow control with practical examples and best practices.
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Defining Functions in PHP: Functions and the return Statement
Learn how to define functions in PHP with parameters, return values, types, and scope. Master function basics with practical examples and best practices.
Function Arguments in PHP: Optional Parameters and Default Values
Learn how to use function arguments in PHP including optional parameters, default values, typing, and named arguments. Master flexible function design.
Function Typing in PHP: int, string, array, bool, mixed, void, object, ?int
Learn how to use function typing in PHP including int, string, array, bool, mixed, void, object, and nullable types. Master type safety with examples.
Anonymous Functions (Closures) in PHP
Learn how to use anonymous functions and closures in PHP. Master arrow functions, use keyword, callbacks, and functional programming with examples.
Variable Scope in PHP: Global, Static, and Closures
Learn about variable scope in PHP including local, global, static, and closures. Master variable visibility and access with practical examples.
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Classes and Objects in PHP: Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming
Learn Object-Oriented Programming in PHP with classes, objects, properties, methods, constructors, and access modifiers. Master OOP basics with examples.
Constructor and Destructor in PHP
Learn how constructors and destructors work in PHP OOP. Master object initialization, cleanup, property promotion, and dependency injection with examples.
Properties and Methods in PHP Object-Oriented Programming
Learn properties and methods in PHP OOP including static vs instance, readonly, encapsulation, chaining, and magic methods. Master OOP fundamentals with examples.
Inheritance in PHP: Understanding extends and parent::
Learn inheritance in PHP with extends and parent::. Master method overriding, constructor calls, visibility rules, and OOP inheritance patterns with examples.
Encapsulation in PHP OOP: public, private, protected
Learn encapsulation in PHP OOP with access modifiers public, private, and protected. Master data hiding, getters/setters, and OOP security with examples.
Polymorphism in PHP: Object-Oriented Programming Guide
Learn polymorphism in PHP OOP with interfaces, abstract classes, method overriding, and late static bindings. Master flexible OOP design with examples.
Getters and Setters in PHP OOP
Learn getters and setters in PHP OOP for encapsulation, validation, fluent setters, and immutability. Master safe object state management with examples.
Class Constants and self vs static in PHP
Learn class constants in PHP and the differences between self:: and static::. Master late static binding, visibility, and typed constants with examples.
Encapsulation in PHP – Key OOP Principles
Learn advanced encapsulation in PHP OOP with access modifiers, getters/setters, validation, readonly properties, and immutability. Master data hiding with examples.
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