Course Curriculum

Introduction 00:02:00
Setup On Windows 00:15:00
Setup On Mac 00:11:00
Setup On Linux 00:12:00
Online Code Editor 00:03:00
Basic File Syntax 00:05:00
Printing (echo) 00:06:00
Comments 00:05:00
Variables 00:06:00
Variable Data Types 00:07:00
Variable Naming 00:03:00
Constants 00:02:00
Arrays 00:05:00
Associative Arrays 00:06:00
Multidimensional Arrays 00:04:00
if Statement 00:06:00
if…else Statement 00:02:00
if…elseif…else Statement 00:05:00
Switch Statement 00:06:00
while Loop 00:06:00
do…While Loop 00:03:00
for Loop 00:03:00
foreach Loop 00:05:00
Break Statement 00:02:00
Continue Statement 00:02:00
Basic Function 00:03:00
Passing Function Arguments 00:03:00
Passing Function Arguments By Reference 00:04:00
Default Argument Value 00:02:00
Function Returning Values 00:05:00
Dynamic Function Calls 00:03:00
Variable Scope 00:04:00
Simple HTML Form 00:07:00
GET vs POST 00:05:00
$_SERVER [“PHP_SELF”] 00:07:00
Validating Form Data With PHP 00:07:00
Required Fields 00:05:00
Display Error Messages 00:05:00
Validate Name 00:03:00
Validate Email 00:03:00
Validate URL 00:07:00
Keep The Values In The Form 00:04:00
Read File (readfile()) 00:02:00
Open, Read & Close A File (fopen(), fread(), fclose()) 00:04:00
Read Single Line (fgets()) 00:03:00
Check End-Of-File (feof()) 00:02:00
Read Single Character (fgetc()) 00:02:00
Write To File (fwrite()) 00:03:00
Configure php.ini File For File Uploading 00:02:00
Front End HTML Upload Form 00:04:00
PHP Upload Script 00:15:00
Check If File Exists 00:03:00
Limit File Size 00:05:00
Limit File Type 00:04:00
MySQL vs MySQLi vs PDO 00:05:00
Creating A Database & Table (phpMyAdmin) 00:06:00
Connecting To A Database 00:06:00
Get Data Using SELECT Query 00:10:00
WHERE Property For Filtering 00:03:00
LIKE Property For Pattern Search 00:02:00
Sorting Results Using ORDER BY Property 00:01:00
Using JOINS 00:08:00
Insert Data Using INSERT Query 00:04:00
Get ID Of The Last Inserted Row 00:02:00
Insert Multiple Rows 00:05:00
Update Data Using UPDATE Query 00:03:00
Delete Data Using DELETE Query 00:02:00
Delete All Rows In A Table Using TRUNCATE Query 00:02:00
Delete Table Using DROP Query 00:02:00
Limit Data Selections Using LIMIT, ROWNUM 00:04:00
Create Table Using CREATE Query 00:03:00
Clone/Duplicate Table 00:03:00
Alter Table 00:05:00
Create Database 00:02:00
Drop Database 00:02:00
SQL Injection & Prepared Statements 00:09:00
What Is XML? 00:02:00
What Is SimpleXML? 00:02:00
Parse XML String 00:08:00
Parse XML File 00:02:00
Get Node Values 00:02:00
Get Node Values of Specific Elements 00:03:00
Get Node Values – Loop 00:03:00
Get Attribute Values 00:02:00
What Is The XML Expat Parser? 00:02:00
Initializing The XML Expat Parser 00:10:00
Load and Output XML Using DOM Parser 00:02:00
Looping Through XML Using DOM Parser 00:03:00
What Is AJAX? 00:02:00
Load Simple Data Using AJAX Front End 00:08:00
Load Simple Data Using AJAX Back End 00:05:00
Load Data From A Database Using AJAX 00:08:00
Send A Plain Text Email 00:04:00
Send A HTML Email 00:06:00
Email Attachments 00:17:00
PHPMailer Setup 00:03:00
Send Email Using PHPMailer 00:04:00
Send HTML Email Using PHPMailer 00:04:00
Email Attachments Using PHPMailer 00:02:00
What Is Object Oriented Programming (OOP)? 00:03:00
Basic Class With Variables 00:04:00
Functions 00:05:00
Constructor 00:04:00
Destructor 00:02:00
Inheritance 00:06:00
Multi Class Inheritance 00:03:00
Function Overriding 00:03:00
Public vs Private vs Protected 00:05:00
Interfaces 00:04:00
Constants 00:03:00
Abstract Class 00:06:00
Static Keyword 00:03:00
Final Keyword 00:02:00
Initiating Parent Constructor 00:02:00
die() Function 00:02:00
Custom Error Handler 00:04:00
Triggering An Exception 00:03:00
Exception Handling 00:05:00
Create Database & Table 00:04:00
User Class & Database Connection 00:15:00
Register User Form 00:09:00
Inserting User Data Into Database 00:10:00
Registration Form Field Validation 00:12:00
Securing User Password 00:03:00
Check If Username or Email Already Exists 00:11:00
Retain Data After Failed Registration 00:03:00
Validate an Integer Within a Range 00:04:00
Validate IPv6 Address 00:03:00
Validate URL – Must Contain QueryString 00:03:00
Remove Characters With ASCII Value > 127 00:04:00
Including & Requiring External PHP Files 00:05:00
Resource 00:00:00

PHP and MySQL Web Development Course Overview

The PHP and MySQL Web Development Course is designed for anyone who wants to build dynamic, database-driven websites and gain practical programming skills. PHP is widely used in web development, while MySQL allows websites to store, organise and manage data effectively. Throughout this course, you will learn essential PHP syntax, variables, arrays, functions, control structures and file handling. You will also discover how to connect PHP applications to MySQL databases, process HTML forms, validate user input and perform CRUD operations. 

The PHP and MySQL course introduces object-oriented programming in PHP, including classes, objects, inheritance, interfaces and abstract classes. You will also learn secure coding practices, password protection, prepared statements, error handling and user authentication. Practical lessons covering AJAX, XML and PHPMailer will further strengthen your development skills. By completing this online PHP and MySQL course, you will be prepared to create reliable web applications and pursue opportunities in backend, full-stack or software development.

Learning Outcomes

By completing this PHP and MySQL Web Development Course, you will be able to:

  • Write clean PHP code for dynamic and interactive web pages
  • Connect web applications to MySQL databases
  • Store, retrieve, update and delete database records
  • Apply object-oriented PHP principles to organise reusable code
  • Create and validate HTML forms using PHP
  • Build secure user registration and login systems
  • Use prepared statements to improve database security
  • Identify and debug common PHP coding errors
  • Combine PHP, MySQL and OOP skills to develop complete web applications

What You’ll Gain

  • Build a strong foundation in PHP development
    Set up PHP on Windows, macOS or Linux and explore suitable coding environments. This will prepare you for the practical lessons covered throughout the PHP web development course.
  • Master essential PHP syntax
    Learn about variables, data types, operators, arrays and file structures. These fundamental skills are essential for becoming a confident PHP developer.
  • Understand conditions and loops
    Explore if statements, switch statements, while loops and for loops. You will use these structures to control how your PHP applications behave.
  • Create reusable PHP functions
    Learn how to write custom functions, pass arguments and manage variable scope. These skills will help you produce cleaner and more organised code.
  • Create and validate HTML forms
    Build functional forms, understand GET and POST methods, and validate names, email addresses and URLs using PHP.
  • Handle files securely
    Learn how to read, write and upload files while controlling permitted file types and sizes. This will strengthen your secure web development knowledge.
  • Manage MySQL databases
    Use SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE and DELETE queries, as well as joins and prepared statements. These are core skills in PHP and MySQL web application development.
  • Work with XML and AJAX
    Parse XML data and use AJAX to load content dynamically without refreshing the entire webpage.
  • Send emails using PHP
    Create plain-text and HTML emails and send attachments using PHPMailer.
  • Apply object-oriented programming in PHP
    Explore classes, objects, inheritance, interfaces and abstract classes. This PHP OOP course section will teach you how to write reusable and maintainable code.
  • Build secure login systems
    Learn about exception handling, password protection, user registration and authentication to create safer web applications.
  • Earn a free digital certificate
    Receive a free PDF certificate after completing the course, with a hard-copy option also available.
  • Prepare for a web development career
    Develop practical skills relevant to PHP development, backend development, full-stack development and software engineering roles.

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 and MySQL certification 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 PHP and MySQL Web Development Course for?

This Ultimate PHP & MySQL Web Development Course & OOP Coding 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 Ultimate PHP & MySQL Web Development Course & OOP Coding course.

Requirements

Enrolling in our Ultimate PHP & MySQL Web Development Course & OOP Coding 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
    Writes and maintains PHP scripts and MySQL queries under the supervision of experienced developers.
    Average salary: £22,500–£31,000 per year

  • PHP Developer
    Builds and maintains dynamic websites and database-driven applications using PHP, MySQL and object-oriented programming.
    Average salary: £38,000–£45,000 per year

  • Backend Web Developer
    Develops server-side functionality, databases and APIs for websites and web applications.
    Average salary: £35,000–£55,000 per year

  • Full-Stack Developer
    Works with PHP and MySQL on the backend and technologies such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript on the frontend.
    Average salary: £40,000–£60,000 per year

  • Senior PHP Developer
    Leads complex development projects, designs application architecture, mentors junior developers and maintains coding and security standards.
    Average salary: £50,000–£65,000 per year

  • Web Development Team Lead or Software Architect
    Sets the technical direction of web projects, establishes coding standards and manages development teams.
    Average salary: £60,000–£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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