Learn PHP: Functions
Why Learn PHP: Functions?
Continue your PHP learning journey! Learn how to use built-in PHP functions to complete common (and some niche) tasks and create your own functions to reuse blocks of code.
Take-Away Skills
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Reuse blocks of code by defining and using functions.
- Use, find, and understand built-in PHP functions.
Notes on Prerequisites
We recommend that you complete Learn PHP: Introduction before completing this course.
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- 1Get started learning about functions in PHP so you can create your own reusable blocks of code.
- 2PHP contains built-in functions for completing common (and some niche) tasks. This course will teach you how to find and use functions.
What you'll create
Portfolio projects that showcase your new skills
Mad Lib Functions
It’s time for you to start building your own functions in PHP. Creating reusable blocks of code is an extremely useful skill in any language. Get started practicing in PHP with this mad lib project!
The Hitchhiker's Guide to PHP Math Functions
Explore the universe of PHP documentation and find the PHP functions you need for your journey. Applying them correctly will yield the answer to life, the universe, and everything.
How you'll master it
Stress-test your knowledge with quizzes that help commit syntax to memory
— Madelyn, Pinterest
I know from first-hand experience that you can go in knowing zero, nothing, and just get a grasp on everything as you go and start building right away.
Course Description
Learn how to use built-in PHP functions to complete common (and some niche) tasks and create your own functions to reuse blocks of code.
Details
Earn a certificate of completion3 hours to complete in total
Beginner
Get started learning about functions in PHP so you can create your own reusable blocks of code.
1 lesson, 1 quiz, 1 project, 1 informational