About this lesson
Welcome to the world of PHP, a versatile and widely-used server-side scripting language for web development. In this introductory lesson, you'll dive into the fundamentals of PHP and embark on your journey to becoming a proficient web developer.
What you'll learn:
- An introduction to PHP and its role in web development.
- Key features and benefits of using PHP, including its wide support and ease of use.
- Setting up a development environment for PHP projects, including web servers and databases.
- Writing your first PHP script and understanding its syntax and structure.
- Exploring the versatility of PHP, including database connectivity, form handling, and dynamic content generation.
PHP is known for its ability to create dynamic and interactive web applications, from simple websites to complex e-commerce platforms. By the end of this lesson, you'll have a solid foundation in PHP and be well-prepared to develop web applications using this versatile scripting language. Let's dive in and begin your journey with PHP!