Slim Framework for Beginners: Build Fast PHP Microservices
A Practical Introduction to Building Lightweight APIs and Web Applications with Slim PHP Framework
Master PHP microservices with Slim Framework! Learn to build fast, lightweight APIs and web applications. Complete beginner-friendly guide with hands-on examples, real projects.
About This Book
Quick Overview
Master PHP microservices with Slim Framework! Learn to build fast, lightweight APIs and web applications. Complete beginner-friendly guide with hands-on examples, real projects.
Key Topics Covered
- Slim Framework architecture
- PHP microservices development
- RESTful API design
- Middleware implementation
- Dependency injection containers
- Database integration
- Authentication systems
- Request validation
- Error handling
- File upload processing
- Production deployment
- PSR standards implementation
- CLI development tools
- Modern PHP conventions
Who Should Read This Book
PHP developers seeking modern framework skills, Backend engineers exploring microservices architecture, Web developers transitioning from monolithic applications, API developers building RESTful services, Software engineers learning lightweight frameworks, Students studying modern PHP development, Professional developers modernizing legacy applications
Prerequisites
Intermediate PHP knowledge, Basic understanding of HTTP protocols, Familiarity with object-oriented programming, Command line interface experience, Basic database concepts, Web development fundamentals
Table of Contents
About This Publication
"Slim Framework for Beginners" is your complete guide to mastering modern PHP microservice development using the elegant and powerful Slim Framework. This comprehensive resource takes you on a structured learning journey from fundamental concepts to advanced implementation techniques. **What You'll Learn and Achieve:** Through fourteen carefully structured chapters and four detailed appendices, you'll develop both theoretical understanding and practical skills in PHP microservice development. The book emphasizes hands-on learning with real-world examples, ensuring you can immediately apply new concepts to your own projects. You'll master Slim's routing system, learn to implement robust middleware patterns, and discover how to build RESTful APIs that follow modern PHP conventions. The content covers essential backend development skills including database integration, authentication systems, request validation, error handling, and production deployment. **Progressive Learning Structure:** Each chapter builds upon previous concepts while introducing new techniques, ensuring you develop comprehensive expertise in PHP microservice architecture. The learning path culminates in a complete project that demonstrates professional-grade application development using Slim Framework. **Professional Development Focus:** Beyond basic framework usage, you'll learn industry best practices, modern PHP standards (PSR-7, PSR-15, PSR-11), and architectural patterns that ensure your applications are scalable, maintainable, and production-ready.
Book Details
- Format
- File Size
- 2.4 MB
- Chapters
- 14
- Code Examples
- 99
- Exercises
- 99
- Difficulty Level
- beginner
- Reading Time
- 32-36
Special Features
• 14 comprehensive chapters with progressive difficulty • 4 detailed appendices providing essential reference material • Hands-on coding examples and practical exercises • Complete mini-project demonstrating real-world application • Modern PHP standards (PSR-7, PSR-15, PSR-11) integration • RESTful API design patterns and best practices • Production deployment strategies and guidelines • Comprehensive middleware implementation guide • Database integration with multiple drivers • Authentication and security implementation • Error handling and debugging techniques • CLI tools and development helpers • Plugin ecosystem and extensions overview • Migration guide from Slim 3 to Slim 4 • Professional coding standards and conventions
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