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- amazon.ca/Joy-PHP-Programming-Interactive-Applications-ebook/dp/B00BALXN70
- amazon.ca/dp/B00BALXN70
The Joy of PHP: A Beginner’s Guide to Programming Interactive Web Applications with PHP and mySQL (Kindle Edition) – digital list price CA$5.99 $0.00
- Publication date: Oct 11, 2012
- Format: Kindle edition
Readers…Have you ever wanted to create dynamic, professional-grade websites but thought programming was too daunting—or just plain boring? Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to expand your web development skills, The Joy of PHP by Alan Forbes makes learning PHP both accessible and fun!
What’s New in the 7th Edition?
This latest edition is packed with exciting updates and new content:
- Learn how to integrate APIs to supercharge your web apps.
- Master the basics of source code control with Git.
- Explore Composer for managing PHP dependencies like a pro.
- Debug your code with XDebug, making troubleshooting a breeze.
- Updated links and references to ensure compatibility with the latest tools and resources.
- A fresh focus on Visual Studio Code as the go-to editor for PHP development.
Why This Book Stands Out
- Beginner-Friendly: Starting with a quick introduction to HTML, the book eases you into PHP step by step, with simple explanations and hands-on exercises.
- Fun & Engaging: Build a dynamic website for a fictional used car dealership as you progress through the chapters, adding new features that bring the project to life.
- Real-World Application: You’ll learn how to use PHP with MySQL to create a website that responds to real-world business needs—like managing an ever-changing inventory.
- Practical Guidance: Avoid common pitfalls with tips, tricks, and real-world advice from an author who knows how to keep programming approachable.
Topics Covered Include:
- Installing and configuring PHP.
- PHP basics like syntax, variables, strings, and dates.
- Building forms to display, add, edit, and delete data.
- Working with databases like MySQL.
- Managing sessions and uploading files.
- Handling images and implementing basic security.
Bonus Features:
All source code from the book is available for download, so you can jump right in without tedious copying and pasting. Plus, there’s a video tutorial to help you get started.Who Is This Book For?
If you’re new to PHP or web programming in general, The Joy of PHP will give you the confidence and skills to start building dynamic, database-driven websites. This is not a dry syntax manual—it’s a friendly, engaging guide to discovering the joy of creating with PHP.Don’t Just Learn PHP—Enjoy It!
Dive into The Joy of PHP today, and join the thousands of readers who’ve unlocked the power of dynamic web development.This book is NOT the only book you’ll ever need to master PHP. Rather, it’s a gentle introduction to a very rich topic. You’ll learn PHP isn’t really scary after all– it’s something YOU can do too, and even find joy in!
Product details
ASIN : B00BALXN70
Language : English
File size : 17.6 MB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Not Enabled
Print length : 238 pages
Best Sellers Rank: #368,331 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store), #38 in MySQL, #40 in PHP (Books), #343 in Computer Programming for Beginners
Customer Reviews: (4.0 out of 5 stars) 208
About the Author – Alan Forbes
Alan Forbes was born and raised in New England and got his BS/BA from Bryant University and his MBA from Babson College. His technical specialties include Internet application development using Twilio, HCL Notes/Domino, Microsoft .NET, and the popular LAMP Stack of PHP, mySQL, and Apache.He has written dozens of technical articles for various publications and spoken at numerous conferences and user groups, including IBM Connect, the UK Lotus User Group, the BENELUX Notes User Group, SharePoint Fest, and the New Hampshire PHP Group.
He is the inventor and architect of PowerScripts– a tool to securely manage Office365 using a secure wrapper around PowerShell which is owned by RPR Wyatt of Phoenix AZ. See https://powerscripts365.com He’s also the creator and developer of a variety of text based systems such as https://remindermagic.com and https://epicmessages.com
Alan is an avid paddle boarder who dabbles at guitar in the winter and road/mountain bikes in the summer.
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