Learn the most popular server-side language from scratch and unlock the world of dynamic websites, WordPress development, and custom web applications.

In this beginner-friendly course, you’ll master PHP fundamentals through simple projects and real-world examples, no computer science degree or prior programming experience needed.

Becoming a PHP Developer in 2025

The demand for skilled PHP developers continues to grow, making now the perfect time to launch or advance your career in web development. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, mastering PHP opens doors to exciting opportunities, from building server-side applications to developing custom WordPress themes and plugins. With the right knowledge, you can create high-performance, scalable applications and become a sought-after backend developer.

Course Modules (Coming Soon)

Module 1: Welcome and Setup

• What is PHP? (and Why You Should Learn It)
• How PHP Powers Websites and Apps
• Installing a Local Server (XAMPP, LocalWP, MAMP)
• Your First PHP File (Hello, World!)

🎯 Goal: Set up your environment and run your first PHP script.

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Module 2: PHP Fundamentals

• PHP Syntax Basics
• Comments, Variables, and Constants
• Data Types (Strings, Integers, Floats, Booleans, Arrays)
• Basic Output with echo and print

🎯 Goal: Understand how PHP structures data and outputs content.

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Module 3: Control Structures

• If, Else, Elseif Statements
• Switch Statements
• For Loops, While Loops, and Foreach Loops
• Using Conditions to Build Dynamic Pages

🎯 Goal: Add logic and decision-making to your scripts.

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Module 4: Working with Functions

• What Functions Are and Why They Matter
• Defining Your Own Functions
• Function Parameters and Return Values
• PHP Built-In Functions (e.g., strlen(), array_push())

🎯 Goal: Start building reusable blocks of code.

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Module 5: Arrays and Superglobals

• Indexed Arrays vs. Associative Arrays
• Manipulating Arrays (add, remove, loop through)
• Introduction to PHP Superglobals ($_POST, $_GET, $_SERVER)

🎯 Goal: Handle and organize complex data.

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Module 6: Forms and User Input

• Building an HTML Form
• Capturing Form Data with PHP
• Basic Form Validation and Sanitization
• Displaying User Data Safely

🎯 Goal: Connect the frontend and backend through form handling.

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Module 7: Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

• What is OOP and Why It Matters
• Classes, Properties, and Methods
• Instantiating Objects
• Basic Inheritance and Encapsulation

🎯 Goal: Grasp the concepts that power modern PHP and WordPress code.

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Module 8: Working with Files and Folders

• Reading and Writing to Files
• Uploading Files via PHP
• Handling File Permissions
• Directory Iteration

🎯 Goal: Understand how PHP interacts with the server file system.

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Module 9: Connecting PHP with MySQL

• Introduction to Databases
• Setting Up a MySQL Database (phpMyAdmin / Adminer)
• Connecting PHP to MySQL
• Basic CRUD Operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete)

🎯 Goal: Create fully dynamic, database-powered applications.

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Module 10: Building a Mini-Project: Guestbook App

• Create a form to leave a “Guestbook” message
• Save entries into a MySQL database
• Display messages on a public page
• Practice CRUD operations and basic validation

🎯 Goal: Apply all skills to a working mini-project.

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Module 11: PHP Best Practices

• Writing Clean and Maintainable Code
• Error Handling and Debugging Techniques
• Security Basics (Preventing SQL Injection, XSS)
• Performance Optimization Tips

🎯 Goal: Learn to code like a professional, not just a hobbyist.

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Module 12: Next Steps and Moving Forward

• What to Learn After PHP Basics
• Introduction to WordPress Theme/Plugin Development
• Building More Complex Apps with PHP Frameworks (Laravel, Symfony)

🎯 Goal: Prepare students for more advanced development paths.

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🏆 Outcomes After This Course

• Understand core PHP fundamentals and syntax
• Build dynamic, data-driven websites and apps
• Prepare for WordPress development, backend programming, or full-stack learning
• Have a working “Guestbook” mini-app to show off skills