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The PHP Workshop

A New, Interactive Approach to Learning PHP
2019 ᛫


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Summary


Cut through the noise and get real results with a step-by-step approach to learning PHP programming


Key Features


  • Ideal for the PHP beginner who is getting started for the first time

  • Complete step-by-step exercises and open-ended activities to help build and reinforce key skills

  • Structured to let you progress at your own pace, on your own terms

  • Use your physical copy to redeem free access to the online interactive edition

Book Description


You already know you want to learn PHP 7, and a smarter way to learn PHP development is to learn by doing. The PHP Workshop focuses on building up your practical skills so that you can develop cutting-edge, high-performance web applications. It's ideal if you're looking to work with an existing application, or even develop your own side project with a PHP framework like Laravel. You'll learn from real examples that lead to real results.


Throughout The PHP Workshop, you'll take an engaging step-by-step approach to understanding PHP development. You won't have to sit through any unnecessary theory. If you're short on time you can jump into a single exercise each day or spend an entire weekend learning about third-party libraries. It's your choice. Learning on your terms, you'll build up and reinforce key skills in a way that feels rewarding.


Every physical copy of The PHP Workshop unlocks access to the interactive edition. With videos detailing all exercises and activities, you'll always have a guided solution. You can also benchmark yourself against assessments, track progress, and receive content updates. It's a premium learning experience that's included with your printed copy. To redeem, follow the instructions located at the start of your PHP guide.


Fast-paced and direct, The PHP Workshop is the ideal companion for PHP beginners. You'll build and iterate on your code like a software developer, learning along the way. This process means that you'll find that your new skills stick, embedded as best practice. A solid foundation for the years ahead.


What you will learn


  • Get to grips with fundamental concepts and conventions of PHP 7

  • Work with PHP MySQL databases and build dynamic applications

  • Learn how to compile logical errors and handle exceptions in your programs

  • Explore how PHP unit testing can help create a bug-free development process

  • Integrate third-party packages into your applications

  • Connect external web services to your applications with tools like Guzzle

Who this book is for


Workshops are ideal for foundational, entry-level developers who are learning something new.