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Now that we have cleared any doubt about learning PHP, let's get things rolling.
I will not assume that you already know what PHP is and what it's used for. I am going to teach you how to use PHP to build applications. It's suitable that we take it the way it's done in real life without assuming you already know the steps. I believe if I can convey the savoir-faire in a plain, clear, and concise way, we won't have to talk a lot before you understand them.
So, in most cases, especially when we build websites, we don't use PHP alone. PHP is underlaid by another language called HTML, and more than often these days, accompanied by a second language called Javascript. Most authors would make HTML a prerequisite to learning PHP, and make of Javascript the great support to advanced PHP.
Do not panic, I will give you the minimum knowledge you need to have in HTML and Javascript, then I will show you how to connect them together to create a powerful set. Once you understand the correlation between them and how you can leverage the set to build anything you want, we can dive into learning PHP into more detail. PHP is a fun and exciting language to learn! With its intuitive syntax and extensive documentation, PHP makes it easy for beginners to pick up the basics quickly. At the same time, it offers advanced developers a range of powerful tools and frameworks to build complex applications efficiently.
I've made a conscious effort to use a fun and accessible tone while providing comprehensive examples to illustrate the concepts. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned developer, we believe this book will help you master PHP and take your web development skills to the next level.
Start the book from the first section if you're all new in this world of programming or web development. But, if you have a fair knowledge of what we are doing here, please feel free to jump to any section you need to read more about.
Good luck and see you inside.
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