Learning PHP and MySQL

Featuring basic concepts explained in plain English, Learning PHP and MySQL is the ideal guide for newcomers attracted to the popular PHP and MySQL combination. Learn how to generate dynamic web content in a slow, easy-to-follow fashion. Also covers error handling, security, HTTP authentication, and more. Part of O'Reilly's bestselling "Learning" series.
The PHP scripting language and MySQL open-source database are quite effective independently, but together they make a simply unbeatable team. When working hand-in-hand, they serve as the standard for the rapid development of dynamic, database-driven websites. This combination is so popular, in fact, that it's attracting many programming newbies who come from a web or graphic design background and whose first language is HTML. If you fall into this ever-expanding category, then this book is for you.


Learning PHP and MySQL starts with the very basics of the PHP language, including strings and arrays, pattern matching and a detailed discussion of the variances in different PHP versions. Next, it explains how to work with MySQL, covering information on SQL data access for language and data fundamentals like tables and statements. Finally, after it's sure that you've mastered these separate concepts, the book shows you how to put them together to generate dynamic content. In the process, you'll also learn about error handling, security, HTTP authentication and more.

TABLE OF CONTENT:
Chapter 01 Dynamic Content and the Web
Chapter 02 Installation
Chapter 03 Exploring PHP
Chapter 04 PHP Decision Making
Chapter 05 Functions
Chapter 06 Arrays

Chapter 07 Database Basics
Chapter 08 Using MySQL
Chapter 09 Getting PHP to Talk to MySQL
Chapter 10 Working with Forms
Chapter 11 Practical PHP
Chapter 12 Modifying MySQL Objects and PHP Data
Chapter 13 Cookies, Sessions, and Access Control
Chapter 14 Security
Chapter 15 Validation and Error Handling
Chapter 16 Sample Applications
Chapter 17 Finishing Your Journey
Answers to Chapter Questions

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