Course Info : Era 21st Computer Institute

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PHP Programming Course

Course Overview

PHP Programming Course

PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) is a popular server-side scripting language used for web development. It allows developers to create dynamic, interactive websites and web applications efficiently. Learning PHP equips students with skills to work on web-based projects, backend development, and database-driven applications.


Duration

  • Short-term Course: 1–3 months

  • Advanced / Professional Course: 3–6 months

  • Available in online, classroom, and hybrid formats


Eligibility

  • Basic knowledge of computers and the internet

  • Suitable for students, web developers, IT professionals, and beginners

  • No prior programming experience required for beginner-level courses


Key Topics / Subjects

  • Introduction to PHP & Web Development

  • PHP Syntax, Variables, and Data Types

  • Control Structures – Loops and Conditional Statements

  • Functions and Arrays

  • Working with Forms & User Input

  • File Handling & Session Management

  • Database Integration using MySQL

  • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in PHP

  • PHP Frameworks Basics – Laravel / CodeIgniter

  • Project Work: Dynamic Website or Web Application


Skills Gained

  • Building dynamic and interactive websites

  • Server-side scripting and web application development

  • Database integration and management using PHP & MySQL

  • Understanding object-oriented programming concepts

  • Creating responsive and functional web pages

  • Debugging and testing PHP applications


Career Opportunities

PHP is widely used in web development and IT sectors. Career paths include:

  • PHP Developer / Web Developer – Building websites and web applications

  • Full Stack Developer – Combining PHP with frontend technologies

  • Backend Developer – Server-side application development

  • WordPress Developer – Custom themes, plugins, and website management

  • Software Engineer / IT Consultant – Web-based solutions for businesses

  • Freelancing / Entrepreneurship – Developing websites and web applications for clients


Higher Studies & Certifications

  • Advanced PHP & Frameworks – Laravel, CodeIgniter, Symfony

  • Professional Certifications – Zend PHP Certification, MySQL, AWS for Web Development

  • Higher Education – MCA, M.Sc IT / Computer Science

  • Short-term Courses – Full Stack Web Development, WordPress Development, Web Security


 Why Choose PHP?

  • Essential for dynamic and database-driven web development

  • High demand for web developers across IT, e-commerce, and digital sectors

  • Easy to learn for beginners with strong career growth opportunities

  • Foundation for advanced web technologies and frameworks