PHP is one of the forms of scripting used for Database-driven sites. It was developed to produce dynamic web pages in server-side application software.

The best sites for PHP information and scripts are listed below. We have also searched Amazon and found the best books on PHP programming - these are on the recommendation of other users - see below. Starts with beginners books on PHP programming at the left, working up to advanced on the far right. Look below for review excerpts:

PHP.net
Loadaveragezero.com
The PHP Resource Index
PHP Resource Index Scripts
PHP Builder
HotScripts.com
Zend.com
SimCoWeb.com
Dev Shed

BOOK REVIEWS Beginning PHP 5 and MySQL: From Novice to Professional by W J Gilmore   "I reach for this book when I want to get up to speed on something about PHP 5 quickly. With it, I can start coding and seeing results right away. The book covers a range of topics, the practicality of which can be best appreciated when you are faced with a real life project." Robert L Cochrane. Learning PHP 5 by David Sklar "I tend to review advanced, reference, and application titles because I've been using these tools for years. This is a good introduction for folks starting out with the latest version of PHP." Douglas W. Clifton. Programming PHP by Rasmus Lerdorf "Rasmus is the creator of PHP, so enough said." Douglas W. Clifton. PHP Cookbook by David Sklar "Dave also penned Learning PHP, thumbs up." Douglas W. Clifton. The PHP Anthology, Volume I: Foundations by Harry Fuecks "Being a pragmatist, I prefer solutions and examples to theory. Harry delivers both, and some theory for good measure." Douglas W. Clifton. PHP Functions Essential Reference by Zak Greant "This book, along with the goodies available online at New Riders, will help you turn the corner to expert-level PHP programming. Many usage examples." Douglas W. Clifton.

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