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Discover the Latest Features in PHP 8.3

Robert Pearce — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 14:15:16 GMT

As of November 2023, PHP 8.3 will be the latest version of the web development programming language. With various enhancements for programmers (such as union types, read-only properties, and improved error messages), taking advantage of them means that you must upgrade.

Build a MySQL Database Using PHP

Samuel L. Garbett — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:15:16 GMT

A MySQL database is a fundamental element of many websites. While you can easily create and edit these databases from your website’s backend, having the skills to do so with website code is extremely powerful. But how do you do it?

How to Manage Databases With Ease Using phpMyAdmin

Kingsley Ubah — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:01:17 GMT

Managing SQL databases can be quite daunting if you're a beginner. This is because databases like MySQL and MariaDB need you to be familiar with Structured Query Language (SQL). You also need to know how to use the MySQL shell, command line interface, and possibly a few other complex tools.

What Are Local File Intrusion (LFI) Attacks and Should You Be Worried?

Richard Adejumola — Sun, 15 Jan 2023 16:31:16 GMT

Web servers host the files (web pages, pictures, videos, forms, etc.) that make up your web application and serve these files when someone visits your website. Some servers are more advanced and also control how much access web visitors have. They may restrict regular visitors from accessing other users’ accounts or administrative dashboards. Although web servers are efficient at what they do—and they do it rather securely—attackers can exploit errors that arise from human error or flawed logic in how a server serves the files it hosts.

How to Use Enums in PHP 8

Bobby Jack — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:30:15 GMT

Enumerations (enums) are a data type you can use to store a value from a custom set. They’re perfect to represent the kind of options you might show in a drop-down list.

Facebook Business Accounts Hacked via New PHP Version of Ducktail Malware

Katie Rees — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 18:59:41 GMT

Facebook Business accounts are now under attack via a new PHP version of the Ducktail malware strain.

How to Build a Website From Scratch With PHP

Bobby Jack — Tue, 22 Feb 2022 19:00:14 GMT

If you gain a basic understanding of how to build a website using PHP, you’ll have knowledge of file inclusions and producing output—the very basics of customizing a web page. Maybe you’re wondering where to begin, or what next steps to take when building more functionality into your site.

How to Create Custom Post Types in WordPress

David Abraham — Sat, 18 Dec 2021 14:00:22 GMT

WordPress comes with default post types for blog posts, pages, attachments, revisions, and so on. However, when you want to make more unique content that suits the specific needs of your business or personal site, you might find these default custom post types limiting.

How to Increase PHP Memory in WordPress

David Abraham — Tue, 14 Dec 2021 21:15:23 GMT

While using WordPress, there are a few common problems or errors that you might have to contend with. Among the most common is the WordPress memory limit error, also known as a "PHP memory limit error".

How to Make a Web Directory in WordPress

David Abraham — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 14:15:12 GMT

Looking to build a web directory? Websites like Yelp, Airbnb, and many others are examples of popular and successful web directories. Essentially, web directories are websites that collect and share data about people, events, places, or organizations, often for a fee.

The 9 Best XAMPP Alternatives for Hosting Your Website Locally

Idowu Omisola — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 17:30:11 GMT

The wealth of features compiled into XAMPP makes it deserving of its reputation as a treasured PHP-based web development companion and local server management tool. We've no intention to argue this fact, but you might be looking for something different.

9 Advanced PHP String Functions You Must Master Today

Unnati Bamania — Tue, 19 Oct 2021 10:00:39 GMT

PHP is an open-source server-side scripting language. You can embed PHP code into HTML to build web applications. Using PHP, you can easily develop dynamic web applications and connect such applications to a database.

Add Authentication to Any PHP App Using MySQL

Unnati Bamania — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 21:00:53 GMT

PHP is an open-source server-side scripting language that can be embedded into HTML to build web applications. It is used for developing dynamic web applications and connecting the application to a database.

How to Set Up a LAMP Environment With XAMPP on Ubuntu Linux

Mwiza Kumwenda — Thu, 15 Jul 2021 16:00:13 GMT

This guide will show you how to set up a LAMP Server (Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP) for developing PHP-based web applications on Ubuntu Linux using XAMPP.

How to Set Up a LAMP Test Environment on WSL

David Delony — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 16:30:45 GMT

Windows Subsystem for Linux was intended to reintroduce Windows as a development platform. With so much development happening for the web, WSL is ideal for setting up a web development environment quickly by assembling a LAMP (Linux/Apache/MySQL/PHP) environment.

How to Install and Configure Zabbix on Ubuntu/Debian

Deepesh Sharma — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 15:30:41 GMT

System administrators often use monitoring tools such as Zabbix to keep an eye on servers, virtual machines, devices connected to their network, and more. Zabbix is a great tool that provides a graphical interface to control and manage these services efficiently.

A Beginner's Guide to the Laravel Artisan Console

Jerome Davidson — Fri, 07 May 2021 19:00:53 GMT

Artisan is the command-line tool that Laravel uses to access its applications. It provides a number of commands which can greatly ease your development process.

Hackers Breach PHP Git Server and Insert Backdoor in Source Code

Gavin Phillips — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 10:10:18 GMT

Hackers have breached the main Git repository of the PHP programming language, adding a backdoor to the source code that could allow an attacker access to millions of servers worldwide.

Learn How to Distribute Your PHP Packages With Packagist

Matt Dizak — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 20:00:36 GMT

You've developed out a beautiful PHP package that you've put your heart and soul into, and are proud of. Now it's time for distribution, and one key part is ensuring you provide others the easiest possible route to download and utilize your package, but how?

What's a Wordpress Developer? 5 Must-Have Skills If You Want to Be One

Jennifer Seaton — Sun, 07 Feb 2021 14:30:00 GMT

WordPress is used by a lot of different companies for their content management systems. As such, there is a growing need for WordPress developers. You might have even seen some job ads for these positions.

How to Manipulate Text in PHP With These 9 Functions

Bobby Jack — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 20:00:28 GMT

Strings are one of the fundamental scalar types in many programming languages, including PHP. They represent text data, from individual characters to entire documents.

Getting Started With Redis and PHP for Quick Data Storage

Matt Dizak — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 15:00:24 GMT

The popular Redis storage engine is an excellent and must-have tool in any software developer's arsenal. The in-memory storage engine allows for blazingly fast storage and retrieval of data, up to an impressive 32 million queries per second, making it a prime complement to any major database engine.

5 Web Frameworks Worth Learning for Developers

Anthony Grant — Fri, 10 Jan 2020 15:00:00 GMT

As a web developer, you're always on the lookout for ways to make coding easier. One way to do this is by using code libraries that eliminate repetitive code or give you more power.

10 Computer Programming Careers and Jobs That Are in High Demand

Anthony Grant — Mon, 08 May 2017 23:00:00 GMT

Programming jobs are in demand and the industry is booming with opportunities. You can have a long-lasting programming career if you work hard. While some say the industry is saturated, career opportunities are plentiful.