PHP Foundations

Covers PHP basics, including: syntax, control-flow, functions, I/O, form handling, and database.

Course Description

PHP In-Depth: Developing a WordPress Plugin

Dive into the rich WordPress eco-system by learning how to write plugins.

Course Description

This course provides a comprehensive learning journey, starting from understanding WordPress plugins, their requirements, and architecture, to an introduction to the WordPress Plugin API. It involves examining an existing plugin and studying WordPress coding standards. Participants will learn about accepting user input, building plugin settings pages, adding AJAX support, and incorporating a plugin into an admin menu. The course also emphasizes the implementation of plugin security and accessing the WordPress database. It concludes with a walkthrough of the publication process and an understanding of the WordPress plugin repository, equipping learners with all the necessary skills to develop a WordPress plugin.

This course is ideal for PHP developers looking to expand their skill set and improve their employability. The course is also beneficial for aspiring web developers, WordPress enthusiasts, and anyone keen on understanding and leveraging the architecture of the world's most widely used CMS, WordPress.

· Knowledge of PHP basics and functions

· Light understanding of PHP object-oriented programming (OOP)

· Ability to work with relational databases (e.g. MySQL, PostgreSQL)

· Understanding how PHP works with HTML forms and JavaScript

According to W3Techs, as of September 2023, WordPress has over 60% of the worldwide market for content management systems. A simple job search for “WordPress Developer” on LinkedIn revealed almost 2,000 openings worldwide. Understanding how to develop WordPress plugins can open up a vast marketplace for your skills. As a PHP developer, this course helps you expand your skillset, improve problem-solving capabilities, and increase employability in the web development industry.

· PHP Foundations

· PHP OOP

· PHP Introduction III: Interactive Web Forms

PHP In-Depth: Developing a Drupal Module

Comprehensive Drupal Module Development: From Basics to Database Integration

Course Description

Drupal is used in almost two million websites worldwide, and it is the preferred framework for a number of world governments. In this course, participants will gain a solid understanding of Drupal’s architecture and module ecosystem, as well as how to create basic modules, implement configuration options, and harness the power of Drupal’s event ecosystem.

Through hands-on exercises and practical examples, you will master the art of creating custom modules that seamlessly integrate with Drupal’s core. By the end, you will be equipped to develop robust, scalable modules that enhance Drupal-powered websites.

In this course, you will learn about:

• Drupal module development and architecture
• Creating a basic module
• Module configuration
• Working with events
• Collecting form data
• Accessing the Drupal database

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for PHP developers looking to expand their career potential by specializing in Drupal, web developers seeking to expand their content management system (CMS) skills, and Drupal site builders aiming to create custom functionality. It’s also suitable for backend developers interested in CMS platforms, and those wanting to contribute to the Drupal community.

Prerequisites

• Solid understanding of PHP programming
• Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts
• Experience with version control systems (preferably Git)
• Basic understanding of database concepts and SQL
• Familiarity with Drupal site administration (recommended but not required)

Why Take the Course?

For PHP developers, mastering Drupal module development is a gamechanger. It opens up a world of opportunities in the thriving Drupal ecosystem, allowing you to create tailored solutions for complex web applications.

This course enhances your PHP skills by introducing you to Drupal’s robust architecture and best practices. You’ll learn to leverage Drupal’s powerful APIs, improving your ability to build scalable, maintainable code. The knowledge gained is transferable to other CMS platforms and PHP frameworks, making you a more versatile developer. Moreover, proficiency in Drupal module development is highly sought after in the job market, potentially leading to lucrative career opportunities.

Related Courses

• PHP I: Foundations
• PHP II: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
• PHP III: Architect

PHP In-Depth: Observability Orchestration and Automation with ZendPHP and ZendHQ

Achieve complete PHP observability: learn about ZendPHP and ZendHQ

Course Description

ZendPHP and ZendHQ are vital components in a composable architecture-based web infrastructure. ZendPHP is an enterprise level PHP package that provides long term support. ZendHQ allows you to monitor and gain insights into your PHP application’s performance.

This training covers essential aspects such as PHP installation, application monitoring, troubleshooting, container orchestration, and automation of routine tasks.

In this course you learn how to:

Install ZendPHP on different operating systems such as Windows, Linux and IBM i

Use the ZendPHP/HQ Docker images

Orchestrate ZendPHP/HQ images with other special purpose containers

Deploy ZendPHP in a cloud environment

Install and configure ZendHQ

Use ZendHQ to:

Monitor PHP performance

Assist in application debugging

Gain insights into application functionality

Optimize database queries

Automate routine tasks

Who Should Take This Course? 

This is ideally suited for PHP developers, system administrators, and DevOps professionals who are looking to elevate their skills in managing and deploying PHP applications. It’s beneficial for those interested in leveraging the latest in PHP technology for enterprise-level projects, in environments that demand robust, scalable, and secure applications. The training is also valuable for IT professionals who implement modern DevOps practices, including automated deployment and monitoring, within their organizations.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of PHP
• General knowledge of systems administration
• Basic understanding of PHP application performance issues

Why Take the Course?

Enrolling in this course offers profound advantages, particularly for professionals seeking mastery over PHP environments. Gaining expertise in the areas covered in this course significantly enhances your capability to deploy, manage, and scale PHP applications efficiently. It ensures that you can leverage the full power of ZendPHP for creating robust, high-performance applications while using ZendHQ to gain insights into application behavior, identify bottlenecks, and respond to issues proactively, ensuring high availability and a superior user experience. Also, understanding containerization and orchestration is indispensable in today’s cloud-centric world, as it allows for seamless application scalability, better resource utilization, and simplified deployment processes and automating repetitive tasks not only saves time but also reduces the likelihood of human error, leading to more reliable and consistent development workflows.

Related Courses

• PHP Introduction I: Installing PHP
• PHP Foundation
• PHP Architect

PHP Free: OOP File Handling

Master modern PHP file operations with powerful object-oriented techniques.

Course Description

The PHP Free: OOP File Handling course provides a comprehensive exploration of object-oriented approaches to file system operations using PHP's Standard PHP Library (SPL). Attendees will learn how to leverage powerful OOP classes that offer more structured and efficient alternatives to traditional procedural file functions. The course demonstrates how these classes can simplify complex tasks like directory traversal, file information retrieval, and data reading/writing operations. Performance comparisons show that OOP approaches consistently outperform traditional methods, while providing cleaner, more maintainable code. By following clearly explained practical examples, you'll master sophisticated file handling techniques applicable to real-world PHP applications.

Key Topics

OOP File Handling Overview

OOP File Information

OOP File I/O

OOP File/Directory Iterators

OOP Recursive Directory Iterators

OOP File Handling Performance

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is designed for intermediate to advanced PHP developers who want to enhance their file handling skills using modern object-oriented practices. It's ideal for web developers, application programmers, and backend specialists who regularly work with file systems, data processing, or content management systems built with PHP.

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of PHP programming

Familiarity with object-oriented programming concepts

Experience with traditional PHP file functions (fopen(), fread(), fwrite(), etc.)

Basic knowledge of file system operations

Understanding of iterators and array handling in PHP

Comfortable with command line environments (optional, for running examples)

Why Take the Course?

If you're tired of writing repetitive, procedural file handling code in PHP, this course is your gateway to cleaner, more powerful solutions. The SPL file handling classes you'll master will dramatically simplify complex operations like recursive directory searches, CSV processing, and file metadata handling. By replacing dozens of lines of traditional code with elegant OOP techniques, you'll write more maintainable applications that are actually faster.

These professional-grade skills will immediately benefit your current projects and make you more valuable as a PHP developer. Whether you're building content management systems, data processing tools, or web applications, these advanced file handling techniques are essential for modern PHP development.

Related Courses

• PHP Foundation
• PHP OOP
• PHP Architect