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Databases and Sessions in PHP

PHP database & state management course. Learn PDO, cookies, and sessions for secure web apps. Build resilient & efficient PHP applications.

1h 16m
Certificate
Mohamed Echout
Mohamed EchoutInstructor

Course Content

Databases and Sessions in PHP is an intermediate-level Pluralsight course taught by Mohamed Echout. It runs 1h 16m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. It is a paid course, first published December 2024.

Master PHP database management and user session handling to build robust and secure web applications. This course, Databases and Sessions in PHP, provides a comprehensive understanding of essential techniques for efficient and safe web development.

You'll begin by learning how to securely connect to various database systems using PDO (PHP Data Objects). Discover how to perform fundamental CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete) – the building blocks of data manipulation in PHP.

Next, delve into effective PHP session management. Learn to implement strategies that ensure secure and persistent user sessions, allowing for personalized experiences and maintaining user state across multiple pages.

Crucially, you'll gain practical knowledge of security best practices. This includes how to prevent SQL injection attacks and protect against session hijacking, safeguarding sensitive user data.

By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the skills and knowledge to confidently manage databases and user sessions in PHP, resulting in more reliable and secure web applications. Develop the expertise needed for building applications that prioritize data integrity and user privacy.

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