Practical PHP: Building Web Applications

Transition from basic PHP syntax to building fully functional, interactive web applications that run on the modern web. This text-based course guides you through the process of structuring, developing, and deploying dynamic web applications. You will learn how to handle user data, manage databases, and implement modern security practices to create robust back-end systems. What you'll learn: - Understand core web development concepts, including HTTP requests, routing, and basic architecture patterns - Practice modern PHP techniques like strict typing, namespaces, and dependency management with Composer - Build dynamic forms and safely process user input using modern validation and sanitization techniques - Connect your applications to databases using PDO to perform secure CRUD operations - Implement essential security measures to protect your applications against SQL injection, XSS, and CSRF attacks - Manage user state and authentication using secure sessions and modern password hashing The course begins with foundational web concepts and environment setup, guiding you step-by-step through database integration, user authentication, and secure application architecture. Designed for beginners who have a basic understanding of PHP syntax and want to transition into practical web application development. No advanced framework experience is required. Start writing clean, secure, and production-ready PHP code today.