Backend Web Development with PHP, MySQL, and REST API
Course Description:
This course focuses on backend web development using PHP and MySQL to create robust, data-driven web applications. Participants will learn how to design and implement server-side logic, interact with databases, and build RESTful APIs for communication with front-end applications. The course also covers essential tools like phpMyAdmin for database management.
Role and importance of backend development.
Overview of PHP, MySQL, and REST API concepts.
Setting up the development environment: PHP server and MySQL (XAMPP,WAMPP or LAMPP).
Introduction to PHP syntax and features.
Variables, data types, control structures, and functions.
Integrating PHP with HTML for dynamic web pages.
Processing user input through HTML forms.
Validating and sanitizing user data in PHP.
Preventing common security vulnerabilities (SQL injection, XSS etc.).
Connecting PHP with MySQL database.
Querying, updating, and manipulating database records.
Utilizing prepared statements for secure database operations.
Introduction to phpMyAdmin for database administration.
Creating and managing databases, tables, and relationships.
Executing SQL queries and managing database structure.
Understanding REST architecture and principles.
Designing endpoints and resources for an API.
Implementing CRUD operations using PHP and MySQL.
Implementing user registration and login systems.
Hashing passwords for secure storage.
User authentication and access control for API endpoints.
Converting data between PHP arrays and JSON.
Building API responses in JSON format.
Parsing and processing JSON data received from requests.
Versioning APIs and maintaining backward compatibility.
Pagination and sorting of API responses.
Handling errors and providing informative error responses.
Designing and developing a comprehensive RESTful API.
Implementing endpoints for data retrieval, modification, and deletion.
Securing API endpoints with user authentication.
Preparing the API for deployment on a web server.
Configuring server settings and environment variables.
Domain management and DNS configuration.
Exploring additional PHP features (sessions, cookies, exceptions).
Introduction to API documentation using tools like Swagger.
Staying updated with the latest backend development trends.
Enhancing the RESTful API project with additional features.
Creating a personal portfolio to showcase completed projects.
Presentation of the final project to the class.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this program, students should be able to:
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Design and develop server-side applications using PHP.
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Create and manage relational databases using MySQL and phpMyAdmin.
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Build RESTful APIs for communication with front-end applications.
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Implement secure user authentication and data validation.
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Complete a comprehensive backend project that integrates PHP, MySQL, and REST API.
