Beginning PHP4

PHP is a server-side scripting language. It is an open source, cross platform technology (NT, Linux, UNIX), rapidly gaining popularity as a scripting language for people running dynamic websites. On the Linux platform, PHP provides the most reliable and complete equivalent to ASP. Its cross-platform nature makes it an attractive alternative to ASP in mixed development environments. PHP is compatible with all popular Web servers, and can be integrated directly into the Apache server - the most popular Web server on the Internet. One of its major selling points over Perl, JavaScript and other scripting languages is that PHP has a built-in database integration layer and seamless IP connectivity, with LDAP, TCP and IMAP mail interfaces. Using practical examples and a step by step approach, this book explains how to develop web applications using PHP.