The course covers topics including:

• Introduction to Programming Languages
• PHP Language Basics: Syntax, Quotes, Comments, Data types
• PHP Variable Basics: Numbers, Constants, Variables, Strings, Arrays
• PHP Control Flow Basics: Operators, Conditionals, Loops
• PHP Functional Basics: Functions, Libraries, Advanced Arrays, File Handling
  
• PHP Programming Basics: Best Practices, Debugging, Brief Introduction to HTML
• PHP Web Basics: Brief Introduction to Server Communication, Sessions, Security
• PHP Database Basics: Brief Introduction to the MySQL/SQLite  Database as it relates to Web Sites
• PHP Application Basics: Best Approaches to Creating Applications, Course project
  

By the end of the course, you will have completed a functioning Blackjack program while you learn the essentials you need to program in PHP. You will also have the opportunity to use the Zend Studio IDE (Integrated Development Environment) to start your coding adventures the easy and correct way!

The Zend Training Center will allow you to code exercises live during the course with your instructor able to both see and coach your progress.

Please Note: Registrations are accepted on a space available basis and no later than 24 business hours prior to the start of the class.

Zend training courses offer a unique online training experience - in real time.
Zend’s online courses are delivered via the Zend Webex Training Center, using your internet connection and VOIP or our toll-free teleconference. You will be able to hear the instructor talk through your speakers, as well as be able to interact with him directly either through text, chat or voice. 
The Zend Training Center will allow you to code exercises live during the course (where applicable) with your instructor able to both see and coach your progress.

In order to provide a quality online training experience, please make sure that your system supports the below requirements:

• Any Operating System with a browser, including Windows 9x/2000/XP, Mac OS 10.2.x or later, or Test your webex connection here!
• Internet connection (56k and above)
• Speakers and microphone or a headset (if you want to be able to talk with the instructor via voice)

Some courses have additional requirements that are sent with the registration information.

• When can I take the course?
  Each of our online training courses is offered regularly so you can customize your schedule to suit you.
• How do I schedule my preferred training date?
  After you have purchased your Zend online training course, please email the Training team itraining@zend.com to register for the class. Please include the first and last name of each participant and their email address.
• How long do I have to take a training course?
  You have 1 year from the date of purchase to take your training course(s).

For any additional questions, please email training-help@zend.com.