This course is a comprehensive program aimed at providing individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to create dynamic and interactive websites, database-driven web applications and prepares them for careers in web development and related fields. PHP is a widely used server-side scripting language known for its versatility and ability to integrate with databases, making it essential for web development.
Prerequisites: Basic understanding of HTML and web concepts can be beneficial.
COURSE CONTENT:-
Introduction to PHP:
An overview of PHP, its role in web development, and its relevance in the modern web landscape.
Basic PHP Syntax:
Learning the fundamentals of PHP syntax, including variables, data types, operators, and control structures.
Working with Forms:
Handling HTML forms and processing user input with PHP.
Form validation and data sanitization.
PHP Functions:
Creating custom functions in PHP for code modularity and reusability.
Built-in PHP functions for common tasks.
Working with Databases:
Integrating PHP with databases using SQL.
Database connection, querying, and data retrieval.
Session Management:
Implementing sessions in PHP to maintain user data across web pages.
Secure session handling.
Cookies and State Management:
Utilizing cookies for client-side state management.
Managing user preferences and login information.
File Handling:
Uploading, reading, and writing files using PHP.
File manipulation and security considerations.
Object-Oriented PHP:
Introduction to object-oriented programming (OOP) in PHP.
Creating classes, objects, and using OOP principles.
Security Best Practices:
Understanding common security vulnerabilities and best practices in PHP development.
Protecting against SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and more.
MVC Architecture:
Exploring the Model-View-Controller (MVC) design pattern for structured web application development.
API Integration:
Integrating with external APIs (e.g., RESTful APIs) for enhanced functionality.
Data retrieval and manipulation.
Web Application Deployment:
Deploying PHP applications on web servers (e.g., Apache) and configuring settings.
Real-World Projects:
Hands-on projects and assignments applying PHP skills to create web applications.
Building a portfolio of web projects.
Certification: Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate demonstrating their proficiency in PHP web development.