PHP for Absolute Beginners

# Publisher: Apress
# Publication Date: September 25, 2009
# Language: English
# ISBN10: 1-4302-2473-8
# ISBN13: 978-1-4302-2473-0
# Format: Acrobat (pdf), 400 pp
# Size: 7.3MB

Book Description

Get started in web development using PHP. Even if you've never programmed before, author Jason Lengstorf introduces you to PHP by building a PHP-based blogging site while covering all the good coding practices and skills that you'll need when you start your own projects.

* Create web content with version 5.3 of PHP
* Learn good coding practices from the very beginning
* Learn how systems like WordPress work



Jason Lengstorf takes a practical approach to teaching you how to build a content management system. You'll dive into writing web applications and be guided by the author's supportive explanations, rather than learning elements of the PHP language and viewing examples after.

PHP for Absolute Beginners starts slowly and covers everything you need to know about beginning web development using PHP. Even the most inexperienced web developer will find this book accessible.
What you'll learn

* Install Apache, MySQL, and PHP
* Navigate the PHP language
* Learn the basics of writing clean code
* Talk to a database
* Make a PHP site more secure
* Create a complete blogging site

Who is this book for?
PHP for Absolute Beginners is written for the complete novice; no previous coding knowledge is assumed, and all concepts are explained to ensure maximum understanding.
However, later chapters in the book may appeal to intermediate programmers looking to improve their abilities in the area of developing content management systems or those interested in making the move from procedural code to the more modular object-oriented approach.

Table of Contents

Introduction.............................................................................................................. xvii
Chapter 1: Setting Up the PHP Development Environment...........................................3
Chapter 2: Understanding PHP: Language Basics......................................................29
Chapter 3: Passing Information with PHP..................................................................69
Chapter 4: Working with Databases...........................................................................97
Chapter 5: Building the Entry Manager ....................................................................125
Chapter 6: Adding Support for Multiple Pages.........................................................157
Chapter 7: Updating and Deleting Entries ................................................................187
Chapter 8: Adding the Ability to Upload Images ......................................................207
Chapter 9: Syndicating the Blog...............................................................................263
Chapter 10: Adding a Commenting System to Your Blog ........................................283
Chapter 11: Adding Password Protection to Administrative Links ..........................311
Chapter 12: Finishing Touches.................................................................................341
Index .......................................................................................................................369

About the Author(s)

Jason Lengstorf is a software designer and developer based in Missoula, MT. As the owner of Ennui Design, he specializes in creating custom web applications, ranging from simple informational web sites to full-fledged content management systems. When not glued to his keyboard, he's likely standing in line for coffee, shopping for cowboy shirts, or pretending to know something about wine

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