Course Curriculum

Introduction of PHP 00:09:00
Installation of XAMPP SERVER 00:07:00
PHP Syntax 00:05:00
Source Codes 00:00:00
Data Types 00:09:00
Constant variables 00:06:00
Arithmetic Operator 00:08:00
Assignment Operator 00:05:00
Logical Operators 00:08:00
If statement 00:07:00
If else if statement 00:06:00
While Loop 00:06:00
Do while Loop 00:04:00
For Loop 00:04:00
Functions 00:04:00
Types of Strings 00:08:00
Arrays method 00:02:00
Count and sizeoff array 00:04:00
If else with arrays 00:03:00
Search array 00:03:00
Slice and splice 00:03:00
Reduce 00:03:00
Array fill and array fill key 00:03:00
Printing Methods 00:03:00
Form Validation with GET method 00:05:00
POST method 00:03:00
Input Radios 00:03:00
MySQL 00:03:00
MySQL table structure database 00:03:00
Config. File 00:03:00
Update and Delete Query 00:04:00
Form UI 00:04:00
Establish form connection with DB 00:03:00
Submitting Form in DB 00:06:00
Users Data 00:08:00
Updating users 00:15:00
Conclusion 00:02:00

Course Overview

PHP Essentials is the perfect starting point for anyone who wants to understand how websites work behind the scenes. Millions of websites, from small blogs to large online stores, run on PHP, making it one of the most useful programming languages to learn. This course takes you through the core principles of PHP, step by step, so nothing feels rushed or confusing. You’ll learn how to write clean code, work with variables and functions, and build logic that powers real websites. There’s no need for prior programming experience to get started here. Whether you’re aiming to become a developer, improve your technical skills, or simply understand how websites are built, this course gives you a solid, practical foundation. By the end, PHP won’t feel like a mystery anymore, it’ll feel like a language you can confidently read, write, and use.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the core principles of PHP Essentials and how the language works
  • Write clean, well-structured PHP code using variables, data types, and operators
  • Apply control structures such as loops and conditionals to build program logic
  • Create reusable functions to organise and simplify PHP code
  • Connect PHP scripts to databases to store and retrieve information
  • Debug common PHP errors and troubleshoot issues with confidence
  • Apply practical PHP Essentials skills to build simple, functional web scripts

Your Benefits by Learning with ‘Cambridge Open Academy’:

  • Accreditation: Showcase your ability with our accredited PHP Essentials: Deep dive into the Principles of PHP to potential employers.
  • Free Certificate: Get a Free Digital Certificate upon successful completion of the PHP Essentials: Deep dive into the Principles of PHP.
  • Flexibility: Learn virtually from anywhere, anytime at your own pace and convenience.
  • Advance Your Career: Upskill to impress your employers and land your dream job or long-awaited promotion.
  • Immediately Applicable Coursework: Keep up with the latest skill trend by putting your skillsets to work.
  • Affordability: Save big with our online PHP Essentials: Deep dive into the Principles of PHP as it not only suits your professional needs but also fits within your budget.
  • Tutor Support: Get tutor support on weekdays, 9-5 am, and our dedicated 24/7 customer support.
  • Lifetime Access: Achieve lifetime access to the top-notch expertly crafted course materials.

Our Specialised Delivery Method:

  • Interactive Learning Materials: The course modules were created using an EdTech industry-recognised tool to keep you engaged at all times. With this tool, you get interactive, engaging and top-notch course content. In our courses, you can take advantage of features like—
    • Drop Down Menu
    • Drag and Drop
    • Flash Card
    • Label Graphic
    • Timeline View
  • Responsiveness: In light of contemporary mobile and point-of-need learning trends, our courses are designed to be intrinsically dynamic and provide you the ultimate eLearning solution. These courses will adapt to any gadget without any extra software.
  • Learner-Friendly Navigation: Our courses are also quite simple to navigate for any learner. These courses are designed with simplicity and a modern flow that appeals to a wide range of learning audiences, regardless of their technical background and gadgets.
  • Elegant Outline: Our courses are visually appealing, where you can —
    • Track your progress on the left-side navigation toolbar.
    • Engage in drag-and-drop sorting activities and use the multiple response question to test your understanding of course topics.

With your newly acquired skills from this course can help you

  • Increase Your Hireability.
  • Make Yourself a Valuable Asset
  • Get Your Long-awaited Promotion.
  • Boost Your Pay-scale
  • Better Your Productivity

Certification:

Once you have successfully completed the PHP Essentials: Deep dive into the Principles of PHP course, you will receive a PDF certificate completely free of cost as a proof of your accomplishment. The hardcopy certificate is also available for the cost of £9.99. UK students are required to pay a £10 as a delivery fee, while international students have to pay £19.99 for the shipment of a hardcopy certificate to their designated address.

Who is this course for?

This PHP Essentials: Deep dive into the Principles of PHP course is developed for people who wish to excel in their professional and personal life. Learn from industry leaders and interact with a global network of experts by enrolling in this PHP Essentials: Deep dive into the Principles of PHP course.

Requirements

Enrolling in our PHP Essentials: Deep dive into the Principles of PHP course does not require any prior knowledge or experience. All that is required is an internet-connected gadget and a passion to learn.

Career Path

  • Junior PHP Developer

    Builds and maintains dynamic websites and web applications using core PHP, MySQL, and basic frameworks while learning best coding practices.

    Salary: £28,000 – £40,000 per year

  • PHP Developer

    Develops server-side logic, integrates databases, creates APIs, and builds robust backend functionality for web applications.

    Salary: £38,000 – £55,000 per year (average ~£45,000–£48,000)

  • Backend PHP Developer

    Focuses on server-side development, database management, API creation, and ensuring high performance and security of web systems.

    Salary: £42,000 – £60,000 per year

  • Laravel / Symfony Developer

    Specialises in modern PHP frameworks such as Laravel or Symfony to build scalable, maintainable, and secure web applications.

    Salary: £45,000 – £65,000 per year

  • Senior PHP Developer

    Leads complex PHP projects, optimises performance, mentors junior developers, and designs architectures for large-scale applications.

    Salary: £55,000 – £80,000 per year (higher in London)

  • Full Stack PHP Developer / PHP Technical Lead

    Works across both frontend and backend using PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and leads development teams or projects.

    Salary: £50,000 – £85,000+ per year

Certification:​

Once you have successfully completed this course, you can order a certificate as proof of your achievement.

A PDF certificate is available for £5.99. You can also request a hardcopy certificate for £9.99.

Delivery of the hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. For international learners, an additional delivery charge will apply based on the destination country.

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