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CourseLearn PHP: Introduction
Learn about PHP, a programming language used in modern web development, and build a strong foundation in PHP by learning about basic syntax.
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About this course
Ready to start your journey into the PHP programming language? Learn how PHP is used in modern web development to create dynamic web applications. You’ll build a strong foundation in PHP, upon which you can build an understanding of more complex programming concepts.
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3 lessons • 1 projects • 3 quizzes
Meet the creator of the course
David Patlut
David studied Computer Science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He was previously a software engineering instructor at Fullstack Academy and New York Code & Design Academy. Learn PHP: Introduction course ratings and reviews
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