Getting Started with PHP

Learn the basics of PHP and start building your own PHP applications.

Installing PHP

To start using PHP, you need to have it installed on your system.

Step 1: Download and Install PHP

You can download the latest version of PHP from the official PHP website.

For Ubuntu/Debian:
sudo apt update
sudo apt install php

For Windows:
1. Download the PHP installer from the official PHP website.
2. Follow the installation instructions.

Step 2: Verify PHP Installation

After installation, verify that PHP is working correctly by running a simple PHP script.

<?php
echo 'Hello, your first PHP script!';
?>

Step 3: Setting Up a Development Environment

Set up a local development environment using tools like XAMPP, MAMP, or WAMP.

Try it Yourself!

PHP Basics Quiz