PHP for dummies

What you'll learn

• Build and deploy REST APIs with PHP CodeIgniter 4
• Create secure authentication and role-based access systems
• Design and manage database-driven web applications
• Implement CRUD operations with clean architecture
• Deploy and maintain scalable backend systems

Prerequisites

• Zeal to learn
• A working laptop

Curriculum

1. Introduction to Web Development

   • What is backend development
   • Overview of client-server architecture
   • Setting up your development environment

2. PHP Fundamentals

   • Variables, data types, and operators
   • Functions and arrays in PHP
   • Working with forms and handling requests

3. CodeIgniter 4 Basics

   • Installing CodeIgniter 4
   • Understanding MVC architecture
   • Routing and controllers

4. Building APIs

   • Creating RESTful APIs
   • Handling JSON responses
   • Testing APIs with Postman

5. Authentication & Security

   • User login and registration system
   • Password hashing and validation
   • Protecting routes with filters

6. Final Project

   • Building a complete backend system
   • Database integration and optimization
   • Deploying your application

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