This course is designed to empower learners with practical skills for building data-driven server-side applications using PHP. Through structured lessons and hands-on demonstrations, learners will explore how to manipulate arrays, define custom functions, manage file input/output (including CSV data), interact with the file system, and connect to MySQL databases. The course also emphasizes how to retrieve, format, and present dynamic data within XHTML tables—enabling the creation of well-structured, responsive web interfaces.

XHTML - Advanced Server Side Programming with PHP

XHTML - Advanced Server Side Programming with PHP
This course is part of XHTML Full Stack Development with PHP Projects Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA
Access provided by Ministry of Public Administration of Slovenia
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This module introduces learners to the foundational data structures and function-handling capabilities in PHP. Through hands-on demonstrations and real-world examples, learners will explore how to create, manipulate, and display different types of arrays, as well as how to build reusable functions that improve the modularity and efficiency of PHP scripts. The module emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application to prepare learners for dynamic server-side programming tasks.
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This module introduces learners to the essential concepts and practices for managing files, directories, and database operations in PHP. Through structured demonstrations, learners will gain hands-on experience in reading from and writing to files—including CSV formats—navigating directories, and integrating PHP with MySQL databases. The module also focuses on presenting data dynamically using XHTML tables, enabling learners to develop data-driven web applications with structured output.
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Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025
Comprehensive, well-structured guide blending XHTML and PHP; ideal for serious developers seeking advanced server-side skills.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Overall, a decent course for understanding PHP integration, though not very in-depth
Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025
Comprehensive guide combining XHTML structure with advanced PHP, ideal for experienced developers seeking dynamic web solutions.





