Learn PHP fundamentals then build a job listing website from the ground up, using a Laravel-like infrastructure
InstructorBrad Traversy
Free
Free
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Instruction follows a structured progression, allowing time to master core language features before advancing to complex application logic.
The curriculum emphasizes practical application through the construction of a job listing website, covering routing, authentication, and database interaction.
Editorial course preview
These 4 complementary views highlight concrete, legible examples from the course presentation.
A dark presentation slide titled PHP Data Types lists definitions for String, Integer, Float, Boolean, Array, Object, and Null.
A split-screen view showing a code editor file tree on the left and a web browser displaying a job listing website interface on the right.
A dark-themed code editor displaying the ListingController.php file with PHP syntax highlighting, a file explorer sidebar, and a terminal panel.
A split-screen view showing a code editor with a PHP project file tree and a browser window displaying the Workopia login interface.
The custom router implementation uses methods that may feel counterintuitive compared to standard getter/setter patterns or associative array lookups.
Complex transitions, particularly regarding router configuration, could benefit from more visual aids like flowcharts to clarify the underlying logic.
The curriculum aligns with the stated target audience requirements.