PHP 

Course Objectives:

– Understand the fundamentals of PHP programming language
– Learn how to write, debug, and execute PHP code
– Develop skills in using PHP to create dynamic web applications
– Gain knowledge in working with databases and handling form data using PHP
– Practice good coding practices and debugging techniques in PHP

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to PHP

– Overview of PHP and its role in web development
– Setting up the development environment for PHP programming
– Writing and running a simple PHP program

2. Variables, Data Types, and Operators

– Understanding variables and data types in PHP
– Working with arithmetic, assignment, and comparison operators
– Using control structures such as if-else, switch, and loops

3. Functions and Scope

– Defining and calling functions in PHP
– Understanding function parameters and return values
– Scope and variable visibility in PHP

4. Arrays and Strings

– Declaring and manipulating arrays in PHP
– Accessing and modifying array elements
– Working with strings and string manipulation functions

5. Working with Forms and User Input

– Handling form data and user input using PHP
– Validating and sanitizing user input
– Processing and storing form data in databases

6. Working with Databases (MySQL)

– Introduction to MySQL database and PHP integration
– Connecting to a database and executing SQL queries
– Retrieving, inserting, updating, and deleting data in a database

7. Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in PHP

– Introduction to object-oriented programming in PHP
– Creating and using classes and objects in PHP
– Encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism in PHP

8. File Handling and Manipulation

– Reading from and writing to files using PHP
– Opening, closing, and manipulating file streams
– Handling file errors and exceptions

9. Error Handling and Debugging

– Techniques for handling errors and exceptions in PHP
– Using try-catch blocks to handle exceptions
– Debugging PHP code using error logs and debugging tools

10. Session Management and Cookies

– Managing user sessions and maintaining state in PHP
– Using cookies to store and retrieve user information
– Implementing login and authentication systems

11. Working with APIs and Web Services

– Introduction to APIs (Application Programming Interfaces)
– Consuming and integrating external APIs in PHP
– Sending and receiving data using RESTful APIs

12. Security and Best Practices

– Understanding common security vulnerabilities in PHP
– Implementing security measures to protect PHP applications
– Best practices for PHP coding, performance, and scalability