7 days challenge
FreeFree PHP Tutorial for Beginners – Learn PHP Step by Step
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About 7 days challenge
Guru99 offers a comprehensive PHP tutorial for beginners, covering fundamentals like data types, control structures, arrays, functions, sessions, cookies, MySQLi, OOP, security, XML, and more. It includes step-by-step lessons with examples and a final project to build an opinion poll application. The course also provides a downloadable PDF and is designed for those with little to no PHP experience.
Key Features
Structured syllabus from basics to advanced topics
Hands-on examples and exercises for each lesson
Includes a final project: Opinion Poll application
Covers PHP, MySQLi, OOP, AJAX, MVC (CodeIgniter), and CakePHP
Free PDF download and live project training
Suitable for absolute beginners with no prior PHP knowledge
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Completely free and accessible online
- Beginner-friendly with no prerequisites needed
- Covers a wide range of topics including modern frameworks
- Includes interview questions and a live project for practical learning
Cons
- The content may not be regularly updated (no date on page)
- Not a tool but a tutorial course; lacks interactive coding environment
- Some advanced topics (e.g., Laravel) are only mentioned briefly
Best For
Learning PHP for web developmentBuilding dynamic websites and web applicationsPreparing for PHP job interviews with included interview questionsGaining practical experience through live project training
FAQ
What is PHP?
PHP is a server-side scripting language used to create dynamic web pages. The tutorial covers PHP fundamentals and how to write your first PHP program.
How do I install XAMPP on Windows?
The tutorial provides a lesson on downloading and installing XAMPP on Windows to run PHP locally.
What will I build in this course?
You will create your own opinion poll application as a final project, applying all concepts learned.
Is this tutorial suitable for complete beginners?
Yes, the course is designed for beginners with little or no PHP experience. Only basic knowledge of HTML is helpful.