Learn PHP In 30 Minutes

What is PHP?

The PHP Hypertext Preprocessor (PHP) is a programming language that allows web developers to create dynamic content that interacts with databases. PHP is basically used for developing web based software applications.

PHP is a server-side scripting language designed for web development but also used as a general-purpose programming language. Originally created by Rasmus Lerdorf in 1994, the PHP reference implementation is now produced by The PHP Group. While PHP originally stood for Personal Home Page, it now stands for the recursive backronym PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor.

Now, before starting learning PHP, you have to set up a Working Environment for PHP. If you are on Windows, just download and Install XAMPP or WAMP Server.

If you are on Linux, click here and follow the instructions.

Let’s learn PHP in 30 Minutes:

So, without wasting any time, lets start learning PHP: