
Use REST APIs from PHP, and create your own RESTful API using plain PHP, with API key and JWT token authentication
APIs in PHP: from Basic to Advanced
InstructorDave Hollingworth
Use REST APIs from PHP, and create your own RESTful API using plain PHP, with API key and JWT token authentication
InstructorDave HollingworthEditorial course preview
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Conceptual flow diagram illustrating how a web browser and a code file send GET requests to a server interface.
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The learning path progresses through API key authentication to more complex JSON Web Tokens (JWTs), including token lifecycle management such as expiration and refresh tokens.
Lessons utilize a method where the instructor types code during explanations, facilitating a clear understanding of the implementation process.
The emphasis on plain PHP and manual database handling via PDO may not align with developers seeking to use modern web frameworks.
The curriculum aligns with the stated goal of teaching API development to PHP developers through database and environment setup.