Introducing PHP
Ever wanted to create more dynamic websites with PHP, but had no idea where to start? Then this video course is for you. It assumes no prior knowledge of PHP or any other programming language. Through nearly five hours of video instruction, it shows you how to install a PHP testing environment (with separate instructions for Windows and Mac OS X), and then guides you through the basics of PHP syntax before bringing everything together in a practical project. By the end of the course, you'll not only have built a reusable PHP script to process online forms, but you'll also have a solid grasp of PHP syntax and control structures, giving you the confidence to progress further and begin writing your own scripts or adapting those written by others.
Throughout the course, there's a strong emphasis on security. Badly scripted form processing scripts can expose you to malicious attacks and turn your website into a spam relay. You'll learn the importance of validating user input to ensure that the data matches your criteria.
The video course is published by video2brain and costs $39.99. It's also available as part of the video2brain subscription service. The course comes complete with all the necessary project files (except on the Standard subscription plan).
To buy the course, please visit my online store (hosted on a different server).
Sample Videos
- Setting up a PHP Site in Dreamweaver
- PHP: The Big Picture
- Using Loops for Repetitive Actions
- How PHP Sends Email
Note: Although I use Dreamweaver as the editing environment in the videos, the course is completely software-neutral. You can use the script editor of your choice. I also give advice on what to look for in a script editor, and suggest some free and paid-for options.
