PHP Basics: Variables
What’s a Variable?
A variable is a symbolic representation of a value such as integer, string, or function result. But as its name suggest, it can change over time or vary so that it can be used many times within a script.
Variables in PHP
In PHP, variable names are going to start with a “$” sign, then they are going to be followed by a letter or an underscore “_”. A variable name is case-sensitive and can contain letters, numbers, underscores, or dashes (a-z, A-Z, 0-9, _, or -), but no spaces otherwise PHP will think that it is a new entity.
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PHP Basics: Syntax
About PHP:
PHP is a server side scripting language that does something in response to events unlike a programming language that can do things even when it’s not responding to events. JavaScript is an example of another popular scripting language but unlike JavaScript, PHP is going to run on the server side (Web Server) not on the client side (User Browser).
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How to Install Apache, PHP, MySQL & phpMyAdmin for Vista
There is no doubt that PHP is one of the most popular web programming language, at least in the sense of being heavily used. The fact that it is so easy to code and deploy besides the natural attitude of its programmers who tend to be more open and pragmatic contributed a lot in its propagation unlike other programming languages witch have been (and continue to be) massively marketed.
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Preparing for the Zend Certification
I’ve been thinking about preparing for the Zend Certification since last year but never took it very seriously until yesterday when I decided that it’s time for me to make room for it. It seems like I’m having less and less time every single new day and If I don’t commit myself to it, It will never happen. Blogging about this experience is much better. I believe that when you share you goals & objectives with somebody, you’re more likely to accomplish them. if not I will be, may be, helping others doing it. that’s why I’m inviting everybody to share their knowledge, experiences and advices.
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