PHP

Introduction

PHP stands for Hypertext Preprocessor. It is a web scripting language that can be intermixed with HTML code much like used like ASP and JSP to create dynamic web content. This web site is an example of PHP in use.

Getting Started

I do not have a lot of information about PHP development just yet as I am currently compiling useful material. However, Patrick Mueller has an interesting post with useful tutorials, references, etc. in his 2006 DC PHP Conference post.

Frameworks

• CakePHP - A Ruby on Rails-like framework for PHP.

Tools

A few useful development tools to have in your kit:

• KcacheGrind
• XDebug