Getting started in PHP

What is PHP?

PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) is a new scripting language that will eventually replace PERL as first choice for CGI scripting. It has many advantages over PERL and is even easier to learn. Most of the CGI scripts that you have written in PERL can be easily converted to PHP and with a lot less code. PHP draws from PERL, C and javascript. Its code can be embedded right in your HTML documents.

Where to get PHP for the Apache server for Windows.

To build and test PHP scripts on your PC, you'll need to install the Apache webserver for Windows. Novices will want an installation package that includes the webserver, PERL, PHP and MySQL.

There are now many sources for getting the Apache server with all of the add ons. For a centralized location complete with reviews and links to resources visit HotScripts.com Web Development Portal.

An easy PHP Tutorial

Here's a very simple tutorial that talks about everything from getting PHP to writing and running your first script.
Simple Tutorial

More PHP Tutorials

Here are some other PHP tutorials that cover subjects like parsing forms, mail, arrays ,i/o, conditional statements and more.
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The PHP Manual

If you like the tech jargon and all that good stuff try PHP Manual

The manual can be downloaded at set up on your PC. See Preface for details. We recommend downloading the chm version (Windows compiled help file) and then creating a short cut on the DeskTop.

Next learn how to add MySQL to your web development setup. MySQL Guide

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