PHP
Learn PHP for Free
PHP is a widely used server‑side scripting language for building dynamic websites, applications and backend systems. It powers major platforms like WordPress and remains one of the most accessible ways to learn web development on the server side.
This page introduces the core PHP learning path and links to free, accessible resources.
Start Learning PHP
PHP Basics
A beginner-friendly introduction to syntax, variables, data types, operators, basic input/output, and simple scripts.
PHP Advanced Topics
Covers arrays, functions, forms, superglobals, sessions, cookies, file handling and error management.
Practical Application
PHP Functions & Libraries
An overview of built‑in functions, reusable code patterns and commonly used PHP libraries.
PHP & Databases
Introduces connecting to databases, running queries, handling results and basic CRUD operations.
Optimisation & Security
PHP Security
Covers essential practices: input sanitisation, escaping, validation, SQL injection prevention, password hashing and secure sessions.
PHP Best Practices
Guidance on clean code, naming conventions, folder structure, separation of concerns and avoiding common pitfalls.
PHP Resources
PHP Tutorials
A curated list of free beginner and intermediate PHP tutorials.
PHP Video Tutorials
A collection of free video lessons covering PHP basics, forms, databases and practical examples.
Optional Next Steps
Additional learning you can explore after the fundamentals:
- PHP Frameworks – Introduction to Laravel, Symfony and other popular frameworks.
- PHP Projects – Practical builds to deepen understanding.
- PHP Tips & Tricks – Useful shortcuts and patterns.
- PHP Community Resources – Forums, documentation and learning hubs.