Create a Blog Engine with PHP and MySQL
A Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Simple Content Management System from Scratch
Master PHP and MySQL by building a complete blog engine from scratch. Learn web development fundamentals, database design, authentication, and security through hands-on coding.
About This Book
Quick Overview
Master PHP and MySQL by building a complete blog engine from scratch. Learn web development fundamentals, database design, authentication, and security through hands-on coding.
Key Topics Covered
- PHP object-oriented programming
- MySQL database design
- User authentication systems
- Content management interfaces
- Web application security
- Session management
- File upload handling
- Comment system development
- Admin dashboard creation
- Database optimization
- Deployment strategies
- Modern PHP practices
Who Should Read This Book
Beginner PHP developers, Web development students, Experienced developers new to PHP, Programmers interested in CMS development, Developers wanting to understand web application architecture, Anyone building content-driven websites
Prerequisites
Basic PHP syntax knowledge, HTML fundamentals, SQL basics, Web server concepts, Basic understanding of HTTP protocols
Table of Contents
About This Publication
**Master PHP Web Development Through Hands-On Project Building** This comprehensive guide teaches PHP and MySQL development through the practical experience of building a complete blog engine from scratch. You'll learn fundamental web development concepts while creating a fully functional content management system that demonstrates professional coding practices and architectural principles. **Progressive Skill Building** Each chapter introduces new PHP concepts within the context of solving real development challenges. Starting with basic post display functionality, you'll advance through user authentication, administrative interfaces, comment systems, and security implementations. This progression ensures solid understanding of both PHP syntax and web application design patterns. **Production-Ready Results** Upon completion, you'll have created a professional-grade blog engine with features including user management, content administration, category organization, comment moderation, and comprehensive security measures. The final product serves as both a learning achievement and a foundation for future web development projects. **Industry-Relevant Skills** Beyond PHP programming, you'll develop crucial web development competencies including database design, security best practices, user experience considerations, and deployment strategies. These transferable skills enhance your capability across all web development endeavors.
Book Details
- Format
- File Size
- 2.6 MB
- Chapters
- 13
- Code Examples
- 99
- Exercises
- 99
- Difficulty Level
- beginner
- Reading Time
- 20-26
Special Features
• Complete step-by-step tutorials with full PHP code examples • Progressive difficulty that builds skills systematically • Real-world project focus with practical applications • Comprehensive security coverage including input validation and SQL injection prevention • Modern PHP practices and coding standards throughout • Database optimization techniques and performance considerations • Full source code repository with chapter-by-chapter commits • Deployment guides for multiple hosting environments • Extension chapters for advanced features and CMS conversion • Professional code organization and architectural patterns
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