Java in Easy Steps by Mike McGrath

PHP 7 in easy steps by Mike McGrath is a practical guide to getting started with PHP. It introduces the basics of setting up a working environment and building data-driven, server-side web pages.

Key details

• Explains how to install a free web server and the PHP interpreter
• Covers writing PHP server-side scripts
• Introduces making MySQL database queries
• Includes examples using session data
• Shows how to create a message board
• Demonstrates accessing web services APIs over HTTP

Synopsis

PHP 7 in easy steps starts with guidance on installing a free web server and the PHP interpreter, creating an environment for producing data-driven server-side web pages. It then explains how to write PHP scripts and how to run MySQL database queries.

Example code is used to illustrate storing and retrieving session data, providing a message board, and accessing web services APIs over HTTP. The book is written in an easy-to-follow style for readers who want to begin producing data-driven web pages, add server-side interaction to existing sites, or quickly add PHP to their skill set.