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Database Operations in PHP 124 Recap of Key Concepts. mana 130 Next Steps for Further Learning.snusnmunnnsinsnsnnssnnsiinnnssnmsssiissnnsse 132 Useful PHP Resources: Glossary of Terms PHP Cheat Sheet Introduction: ‘Welcome to the realm of web development as we embark on a journey through "Learn PHP: Shaping the Future of Dynamic Websites" In this introduction, we'll provide a succinct overview of PHP's significance in web development, outline our target audience, and touch upon the minimal prerequisites needed for a fulfilling learning experience. Brief Overview of PHP: PHP, which stands for Hypertext Preprocessor, is a server-side scripting language designed for web development. Initially created in 1994 by Rasmus Lerdorf, PHP has evolved into one of the most widely used languages for building dynamic and interactive web applications. It seamlessly integrates with HTML, making it a powerful tool for crafting dynamic content, processing forms, and interacting with databases.PHP's versatility extends to its support for various databases, integration with different web servers, and its compatibility with different operating systems. Its open-source nature and a vast community contribute to its continuous improvement, ensuring it stays at the forefront of web development technologies. Importance of PHP in Web Development: PHP plays a pivotal role in modern web development due to its dynamic nature and ability to generate dynamic content on the server-side. Its role extends from simple scripts to robust frameworks, powering content management systems, e-commerce platforms, and a myriad of other applications. PHP's popularity can be attributed to its ease of use, rapid. development capabilities, and its support for a wide range of functionalities. Understanding PHP is crucial for developers aspiring to build interactive and data-driven websites. From small-scale projects to large enterprise applications, PHP is a go-to language for creating feature-rich, scalable, and efficient web solutions. ‘Target Audience and Prerequisites: This guide is tailored for individuals with a keen interest in web development, whether they are beginners looking to delve into the world of PHP or experienced developers seeking to enhance their skills. The target audience includes: 1. Beginner Developers: Those who are new to programming and want to start their journey with PHP. 2. Web Developers: Individuals familiar with HTML and CSS, looking to add server-side scripting capabilities to their skill set. 3. Intermediate PHP Developers: Developers with some experience in PHP but aiming to deepen their understanding and explore advanced concepts.Prerequisites: ‘To make the most out of this guide, readers should have a basic understanding of: HTML and CSS: familiarity with creating web pages. + Programming Concepts: a basic grasp of programming concepts will be beneficial but not mandatory. ‘A willingness to learn, explore, and experiment is the most important prerequisite. As we progress through the chapters, we will cover PHP concepts step by step, providing clear examples and practical exercises to reinforce learning. Now, let's dive into the world of PHP and unlock its potential for building dynamic and powerful web applications! Chapter 1: Getting Started with PHP ‘Welcome to the foundation of your PHP journey. In this chapter, welll guide you through the initial steps, ensuring you havea solid grasp of PHP syntax, set up your local development environment, and create your first PHP script. 1.1 Understanding PHP Syntax PHP is embedded within HTML, allowing you to mix dynamic PHP code with static HTML content seamlessly. Let's start with the basic syntax: shead> Explanation: «: PHP code is enclosed in these tags. echo "Hello, World!";: Outputs "Hello, World!" to the browser. 1.2 Setting Up a Local Development Environment To run PHP locally, you'll need a web server and PHP installed on your machine. Popular choices include XAMPP, ‘WampServer, Download and install the package relevant to your operating system. Example with XAMPP: 1. Download XAMPP from https://www.apachefriends.org/index.html.© 96 Ob aperdagissien : esos GH SLANE (=) XAMPP Apache + MariaDB + PHP + Perl What is XAMPP? 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Deactivate UAC ‘User Account Control (UAC) can interfere with the XAMPP installation because it limits writing access to the C: drive, so we recommend you deactivate this too for the duration of the installation process. To find out how to turn off your UAC, head to the Microsoft Windows support pages. 5. Start the setup wizard After you've opened the .exe file (after deactivating your antivirus program(s) and taken note of the User Account Control, the start screen of the XAMPP setup wizard should appear automatically. Click on ‘Next’ to configure the installation settings.|6. Choose software components Under ‘Select Components’, you have the option to exclude individual components of the XAMPP software bundle from ‘the installation. But for a full local test server, we recommend you install using the standard setup and all availablecomponents. After making your choice, click ‘Next. 7. Choose the installation directory In this next step, you have the chance to choose where you'd like the XAMPP software packet to be installed. If you opt for the standard setup, then a folder with the name XAMPP will be created under C:\ for you. After you've chosen a location, click ‘Next’8, Start the installation process Once all the aforementioned preferences have been decided, click to start the installation. The setup wizard will unpack and install the selected components and save them to the designated directory. This process can take several minutes in total. You can follow the progress of this installation by keeping an eye on the green loading bar in the middle of theXAMPP is an easy to install Apache distribution containing MySQL, PHP and Perl ‘Windows Firewall blocking ‘Your Firewall may interrupt the installation process to block the some components of the XAMPP. Use the corresponding check box to enable communication between the Apache server and your private network or work network. Remember that making your XAMPP server available for public networks isn’t recommended.10. Complete installation Once all the components are unpacked and installed, you can close the setup wizard by clicking on ‘Finish’. Click to tick the corresponding check box and open the XAMPP Control Panel once the installation process is finished. 11. The XAMPP Control Panel Controls for the individual components of your test server can be reached through the XAMPP Control Panel. The clear user interface logs all actions and allows you to start or stop individual modules with a single. The XAMPP Control Panel also offers you various other buttons, including: Config: allows you to configure the XAMPP as well as the individual components Netstat: shows all running processes on the local computer Shell: opens a UNIX shell Explorer: opens the XAMPP folder in Windows Explorer Services: shows all services currently running in the background Help: offers links to user forums Quit: closes the XAMPP Control Panel[GB xamer control Panel v322 [ Compiled: Nov 12th 2015] s 8 @ XAMPP Control Panel v3.2.2 4 Service Module ‘PIO(S) Portis) Actions: ‘Apache (Goa) en) eon) Gtose ‘MysoL ‘Stat ‘Aamn Config, hogs raze Sena) (2) Gonmamoal Godan Mercury (sat) scm (ont) [toge, ore Tomcat Esme) (Asem) (Geant) (tore) (one 09.38.36 {main} Initializing Contro! 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Access the xampp server from browser open any browser and type localhost in browser url.© FEO 0 tearonsersow oROSMCACON )5.AME This is xampp dashboard. © XAMPP Apache + MariaDB + PHP + Perl Welcome to XAMPP for Windows 8.1.12 Community 14. You can use the Admin button of your database module to open phpMyAdmin. Here, you can manage the databases of your web projects that you're testing on your KAMPP. Alternatively, you can reach the administration section of your ‘MySQL database via localhost/phpmyadmin/Pines Pee eee : i ee smentssimancenstavones a necwonmrs eur amn 8 ca PhpMyAdmin is used for access the database's tables. 1.3 Creating Your First PHP Script 1 Openatext editor (e.g,, Visual Studio Code, Notepad++).2. Open the XAMPP directory through the ‘Explorer’ button in the Control Panel and choose the folder htdoes (C: \xampp\htdocs for standard installations). This directory will store file data collected for web pages that you test on your XAMEP server. The htdoes folder should already contain data to help configuration of the web server. But you should store your own projects in a new folder (like ‘Test Folder’ for example). 3. You can create anew PHP page easily by using the following content in your editor and storing it as test.php in your “test! folder (C:\xampp\htdocs\test): 4. Write the following code: title>My First PHP Script ‘Hello, PHP!"; echo $message; 4. Save the file in the htdoes directory of your XAMPP installation (e.g., C:\xampp\htdocs\test\).5. Open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost/test/test.php € > S DO Lecalhost/test/test php "7 AWARDSPACECOM —@@ (5) SX Attributes in. Hello, PHP! Congratulations! You've successfully created and executed your first PHP script. As you progress through this guide, you'll build on these fundamentals, exploring variables, control structures, functions, and more to unlock the full potential of PHP in web development. Stay curious, and let the journey continue! Chapter 2: Variables and Data Types in PHP In this chapter, we delve into the fundamental building blocks of PHP: variables and data types. Understanding how to declare variables and work with different data types is crucial for any PHP developer. Let's explore this chapter step by step, complete with explanations and examples.2.1 Declaring Variables Variables in PHP are used to store information, Unlike some languages, PHP variable names start with a dollar sign ¢, followed by the variable name. Variable names are case-sensitive, Example: ‘Hello, PHP!"; $number = 42; Explanation: ‘$message: Stores the string "Hello, PHP!" $number: Stores the integer 42 2.2 Data Types PHP supports various data types, including: String: A sequence of characters, Example: "Hello, PHP!". Integer: Whole numbers without decimal points. Example: 42. Float (or Double): Numbers with decimal points. Example: 3.14, Boolean: Represents true or false, Example: true. Array: An ordered, indexed collection of values. Example: ["apple*, "orange", "banan: Object: Instances of user-defined classes.NULL: Represents a variable with no value or a variable explicitly set to null. Example: Explanation: $name: String containing "John age: Integer with the value 25. height: Float with the value 5.9. $isStudent: Boolean with the value true. $fruits: Array containing three strings. $userInfo: NULL, representing no assigned value. 2.3 Type Casting PHP allows you to convert variables from one data type to another, known as type casting, Example:string) Sage; // Convert to string $height = "5.9"; $heightAsFloat = (float) $height; // Convert to float o> Explanation: (string) $age: Converts the integer $age to a string. (float) $height: Converts the string $height to a float. 2.4 Variable Scope Variables in PHP have different scopes, meaning they may only be accessible in certain parts of the code. Example: = 90) { echo "A"; J elseif ($score > = 80) { echo "B’ J elseif ($score >= 70) { echo"C"; Jelse{ echo"F"; } > Explanation: Initial Variable ($score = 85;): A variable $score is initialized with a value of 85. Conditional statements (if, elseif, else): The if statement checks if the condition $score >= 90 is true. Iftrue, it executes the block of code inside the curly braces and echoes “A.” If false, it moves to the elseif statement, checking the condition $score >= 80 If true, it executes the corresponding block and echoes "B.” If false, it moves to the next elseif statement, checking the condition $score >= 70. If true, it executes the corresponding block and echoes "C." Ifnone of the conditions are true, the else block is executed, echoing "F."Output: In this example, since $score is 85, the condition in the first if statement is false, ‘The condition in the second elseif statement is true ($score >= 80), s0"B" Execution Flow: Evaluate the first if statement. If true, execute the corresponding block and skip the rest. Ifthe first if is false, move to the first elseif statement. If true, execute its block and skip the rest. Repeat this process until a true condition is found or the else block is reached. Ifmone of the conditions are true, execute the else block. Outcome: The output of this script is "B," as the condition $score >= 80 is true. echoed. Conditional statements are crucial for implementing decision-making logic in your PHP scripts. As you advance, you'll encounter more complex scenarios where conditional statements play a key role in controlling the flow of your programs, 3.2 Switch Statements Switch statements provide an alternative way to handle multiple conditions in PHP. They are particularly useful when, you need to compare a variable against different values and perform different actions based on the match. Let's delve into the details using an example: Example: "aD 90){echo "Excellent!"; Jelse{ echo "Good"; 1 Jelseif ($grade Jelsef echo "Keep it up!" ) Lecho "Nice effort! The outer control structure is an if-elseif-else block that checks the value of the variable $grade. First if Statement (if ($grade == "A" {...)): If ¢grade is equal to "A," the inner if-else structure is evaluated. If the score is greater than or equal to 90, it echoes "Excellent!"; otherwise, it echoes "Good!" Second elseif Statement (elseif (¢grade == "B") {...}): If the outer if condition is false, it checks if $grade is equal to "B." If true, it echoes "Nice effort!" else Statement (else {.. If neither of the above conditions is true, the else block is executed. It echoes "Keep it up!* Outcome: In this example, since $grade is "B," the output will be "Nice effort!" Key Points:Logical Structure: Nesting allows the creation of intricate logical structures that consider multiple conditions. Indentation: Proper indentation is crucial for readability when nesting control structures. Complex Scenarios: Nesting becomes invaluable in scenarios where you need to evaluate different conditions within specific contexts. Note: While nesting can provide flexibility, it's essential to maintain clarity in your code. Excessive nesting can make code harder to read and understand. If you find your code becoming too nested, consider refactoring it into smaller, ‘more manageable functions or sections. Chapter 4: Functions in PHP In this chapter, we explore the concept of functions in PHP, Functions are reusable blocks of code that perform a specific task. They allow you to break down your code into manageable and modular pieces, enhancing readability, maintainability, and reusability. Let's dive into the world of functions step by step with explanations and examples. 4.1 Defining and Calling Functions In PHP, functions are blocks of code that perform a specific task. Defining and calling functions is a fundamental aspect of programming that promotes code organization, reusability, and maintainability. Example:Explanation: Global Variable ($globalVariable - "I'm global!":): $globalvariable is declared outside any function, making it a global variable. Itcan be accessed throughout the entire script. Local Variable ($localVariable = "I'm local!*;): $local Variable is declared inside the exampleFunction function, making it a local variable. Itis only accessible within the function. Echo Local Variable (echo $localVariable;): The attempt to echo $localVariable outside the function would result in an error since it's not in scope. Function Call (exampleFunction();): The function is called, and it echoes the local variable. 4.4 Built-in Functions PHP provides a rich set of built-in functions that perform various tasks, These functions cover a wide range of operations, including string manipulation, array handling, mathematical calculations, date and time functions, and more. Leveraging built-in functions can significantly simplify your code and enhance productivity. Example: Explanati strlen Function ($length = strlen({string) strlen returns the length of a string. In this example, it calculates the length of the string "Hello, PHP!" and assigns it to the variable length. strtoupper Function ($uppercase = strtoupper($string); strtoupper converts a string to uppercase. Here, it converts "Hello, PHP!" to uppercase and assigns the result to the variable $uppercase. rand Function ($randomNumber = rand(1, 100);): rand generates a random number within a specified range. In this case, it generates a random number between 1 and 100 and assigns it to the variable $randomNumber. Echo Results (echo “Length: $length, Uppercase: Suppercase, Random Number: $randomNumber"; Finally, the results are echoed to the screen, Built-in functions save development time and ensure reliable, optimized code. Familiarizing yourself with commonly used functions is essential for efficient PHP programming. 4.5 Recursive Functions Recursive functions in PHP are functions that call themselves during their execution. This technique is often employed to solve problems that can be broken down into smaller, similar sub-problems, Example: Explanati Recursive Function (function factorial($n) { ..}): The function factorial calculates the factorial of a number using recursion. The base case is defined: if $n is less than or equal to 1, the function returns 1. Otherwise, it calls itself with the argument $n - 1 and multiplies the result by $n. Function Call ($result = factorial(5);): The function is called with the argument 5 to calculate the factorial. Echo Result (echo "Factorial: $result"): The result is echoed to the screen. Recursive functions provide an elegant way to solve certain types of problems. They break down complex tasks into simpler, self-contained units. However, it's important to use them judiciously, ensuring that the recursion has a well- defined base case to prevent infinite loops.Chapter 5: Arrays Arrays are fundamental data structures in PHP that allow you to store and manipulate collections of values. This chapter covers various aspects of arrays, from basic concepts to more advanced operations. 5.1 Introduction to Arrays 5.1.1 Definition and Types of Arrays: Arrays in PHP are variables that can hold multiple values. There are different types of arrays, including: Indexed Arrays: These arrays use numeric indices to access elements. Each element is assigned a unique numeric key. $colors - array('Red", "Green", "Blue"); echo $colors[0]; // Outputs: Red Associative Arrays: These arrays use named keys to access elements, making it more intuitive. $person = array(‘name* => "John', "age" => 25, "city" => "New York"); echo $person["name'; // Outputs: John Multidimensional Arrays: These are arrays within arrays, creating a hierarchy of values. $matrix = array( array(1, 2,3), array(4, 5, 6), array(7, 8,9)dj echo $matrix{1][2} // Outputs: 6 5.1.2 Array Operations: Arrays support various operations, including: Accessing Elements: Using indices or keys to retrieve and modify array elements. $fruits = array(“Apple’, ‘Orange’, "Banana’); echo $fruits|1]; // Outputs: Orange Adding and Removing Elements: Dynamically modifying array content. $numbers = array(1, 2, 3); array_push($numbers, 4); // Adds 4 to the end array_pop($numbers); // Removes the last element Array Functions: Built-in functions for sorting, filtering, and transforming arrays. $numbers = array(4, 2, 8, 1, 5); sort($numbers); // Sorts the array in ascending order print_x($numbers); // Outputs: Array (0] => 1 [1] => 2[2]=> 4 [3] S[4l=>8) 5.2 Indexed Arrays 5.2.1 Declaration and Initialization: Creating and working with indexed arrays.$days - array("Monday’, "Tuesday", "Wednesday"); echo $days{1]; // Outputs: Tuesday 5.3 Associative Arrays 5.3.1 Declaration and Initialization: Creating and working with associative arrays. $person = array("name" => "Alice", "age" => 30, "city" => "London"; echo $person|"age"]; // Outputs: 30 5.4 Multidimensional Arrays 5.4.1 Nested Arrays: Creating and accessing elements in multidimensional arrays. $matrix = array( array(1, 2,3), array(4, 5, 6), array(7, 8,9) % echo $matrix[2][1]; // Outputs: 85.5 Array Functions 5.5.1 Sorting and Filtering: Using array functions for sorting and filtering. $numbers = array(4, 2,8, 1,5); sort($numbers); // Sorts the array in ascending order print_r($numbers); // Outputs: Array ([0] => 1 [1] => 2[2] => 4[3] => 5 [4] => 8) 5.6 Case Studies and Examples 5.6.1 Data Manipulation: Applying arrays to manipulate real-world datasets. $students = array( array("name" => "John", "age" => 22), array(“name" => "Alice’, "age" => 25), array("name" => "Bob’, "age" => 21) % echo $students|1]"name"}; // Outputs: Alice5.7 Exercises and Challenges 5.7.1 Hands-on Practice: Solving exercises to reinforce array manipulation skills. 1/ Exercise: Create an array of numbers, filter out odd numbers, and print the result. $numbers = array(1, 2, 3,4, 5, 6); $filteredNumbers = array_filter($numbers, function ($num) { return $num % 2 = D; print_x($filteredNumbers); // Outputs: Array ([1] => 2[3] => 4[5] => 6) 5.8 Further Reading 5.8.1 Advanced Topics: Exploring advanced array concepts, including array iterators and memory efficiency. 1/ Adwanced: Using array_map to square each element in an array. $numbers = array(1, 2, 3, 4, 5); $squaredNumbers = array_map(function ($num) {return $num ** 2; }, $numbers); print_x($squaredNumbers); // Outputs: Array ( [0] => 1 [1] => 4[2] => 9 [3]=> 16 [4]=> 25) Conclusion Recap of key concepts covered in the chapter and a preview of topics to be covered in the next chapter. Chapter 6: Strings and Regular Expressions In this chapter, we explore the fundamentals of working with strings in PHP, along with the powerful tool of regular expressions. String manipulation functions allow you to modify and analyze text, while regular expressions provide a flexible way to search, match, and manipulate patterns within strings. 6.1 String Manipulation Functions 6.1.1 String Declaration and Initializatio: Strings are sequences of characters enclosed in quotes. You can use single") or double ("™) quotes. $message = "Hello, PHP"; echo $message; // Outputs: Hello, PHP!6.1.2 String Concatenation: Joining strings together is common for building dynamic content. $greeting = "Hello'; $name = "John"; $fullGreeting = $greeting.",". §name.."!";echo $fullGreeting; // Outputs: Hello, John! 6.2 String Manipulation Functions: ‘These functions help modify and analyze strings. $text = "This is PHP"; $uppercaseText = strtoupper($text); $lowercaseText = strtolower( $text); echo $uppercaseText; // Outputs: THIS IS PHP echo $lowercaseText; // Outputs: this is php 6.2.2 Trimming and Padding: Removing whitespace or adding padding to strings. $original =" Trim me; $trimmed - trim(Soriginal); $padded = str_pad(Soriginal, 20, "); echo $trimmed; // Outputs: Trim me echo $padded; // Outputs: "Trim me"*6.3 Common Use Cases: Exploding and Implode: Explode: Splits a string into an array based on a specified delimiter. $csvData = "John,Doe,25"; $userData = explode(",", $csvData); print_r($userData); #/ Outputs: Array ( [0] => John [1] => Doe [2] => 25) Implode: Joins array elements into a string using a specified glue. $userData - array("John', "Doe", "25"); $csvData = implode(",", fuserData); echo $csvData; // Outputs: John,Doe,25 Substring Extraction: Getting parts of a string. $fullText - "Thisis a long text."; $substring - substr($fullText, 5, 7); echo $substring; // Outputs: is alo Finding and Replacing: Searching for and replacing substrings. $text = "Hello, world!*; $position = strpos($text, ‘world’);$replaceText - str_replac: ‘PHP, §text); echo $position; // Outputs: 7 echo $replaceText; // Outputs: Hello, PHP! 6.4 Regular Expressions in PHP 6.4.1 Introduction to Regular Expressions: Regular expressions (regex) provide a powerful way to search, match, and manipulate patterns in strings. $pattern = */Hello/"; $text = "Hello, PHP!'; if (Preg_match($pattern, $text)) { echo "Match found!"; Jelse{ echo "No match found.";} // Outputs: Match found! 6.4.2 Common Regular Expression Patterns: Regex is often used for pattern validation. $emailPattern = "/*[a-zA-Z0-9._-]+@[a-zA-Z0-9.-]+\.[a-zA-Z}{2,4}$/"; $email if (preg_match(SemailPattern, femal) { ‘john.doe@example.com",echo "Valid email address"; Jelse { echo "Invalid email address." 1 // Outputs: Valid email address! 6.5 Advanced Use Cases: Parsing CSV Data: Using string manipulation to parse CSV (Comma-Separated —_Values) “John, Doe,25\nAlice,Smith,30\nBob,Johnson,21"; $rows = explode("\n", $esvData); foreach ($rows as $row) { $columns = explode(",", $row); echo "Name: {$columns[0}} {$cohumns| 1}, Age: {$columns(2]}\n"; } // Outputs: 1/ Name: John Doe, Age: 25 1/ Name: Alice Smith, Age: 30 1/ Name: Bob Johnson, Age: 21 Pattern Matching Exercise: Creating regular expressions for a specific pattern. data. $esvData1/ Exercise: Create a regular expression to validate a phone number. §phoneNumberPattern = "/4\+\d{1,3}-\d(3}- Adal $phoneNumber = "+1-555-1234567"; if (preg_match($phoneNumberPattern, {phoneNumber)) { echo "Valid phone number!"; Jelse{ echo "Invalid phone number. 1 // Outputs: Valid phone number! Conclusion Recap of key concepts covered in the chapter and a preview of topics to be covered in the next chapter. This chapter equips you with the skills to effectively manipulate and analyze strings, along with leveraging the power of regular expressions for advanced pattern matching in PHP. Chapter 7: File Handling In this chapter, we delve into the essential aspects of file handling in PHP. File handling operations include reading and ‘writing files, understanding file permissions, and dealing with file uploads.7.1 Reading and Writing Files 7.1.1 Reading Files: PHP provides functions to read the contents of a file. $filename = "example.txt'; $fileContent « file_get_contents($filename); echo $fileContent; 7.1.2 Writing to Files: To write content to a file, use functions like file_put_contents(). ample.txt’; ‘This is a sample text."; file_put_contents($filename, $content); 7.1.3 Working with Lines: Reading and writing files line by line. $filename = "example.txt"; 1/ Reading lines from a file $lines = file($filename, FILE_IGNORE_NEW_LINES); foreach ($lines as $line) {echo $line. "
"; i 1/ Writing lines toa file $newLines =["Line 1", "Line 2", "Line 3", file_put_contents($filename, implode("\n", $newLines)); 7.2 File Permissions 7.2.1 Understanding Permissions: File permissions control who can read, write, or execute a file. $filename = "example txt"; // Get current permissions $currentPermissions ~ fileperms( filename); // Set new permissions (e.g, read and write for owner) chmod( $filename, $currentPermissions | 0600); 7.2.2 Checking Permission: Verify if. file has specific permissions. $filename = "example.txt' if (is_readable($filename)) { echo "File is readable."; Jelse{ echo "Fileis not readable";i if Gis_writable($filename)) { echo "File is writable."; Jelse{ echo "File is not writable."; } 7.3 File Upload and Handling 7.3.1 HTML Form for File Upload: Creating an HTML form for file uploads. HTML Form —>

name="file'>

7.3.2 PHP File Upload Handling: Processing file uploads in PHP. Select File: "; i7.4.2 Logging User Activity: Logging user activity to file, $logFile = “activity log"; $user = "John Doe"; $action = "Logged in’: $logEntry = date("Y-m-d H:i's")." - $user: $action\n'; file_put_contents(§logFile, $logEntry, FILE_APPEND); 7.5 Exercises and Challenges 7.5.1 File Manipulation Exercise: Creating a PHP script to read, modify, and write content to file, $filename = "example.txt’; $fileContent = file_get_contents($filename); 1/ Exercise: Modify $fileContent (e.g,, replace specific words) file_put_contents($filename, $fileContent); 7.6 Further Reading 7.6.1 Advanced File Handling: Exploring more advanced file handling techniques, including working with directories and file locking.$directory = ‘files/" // List all files in a directory $files = scandir(Sdirectory); print_x($files); 1 File Locking $fileHandle = fopen("example txt’, "a"); if flock($fileHandle, LOCK_EX)) { 1/ Perform exclusive lock operations flock(fileHandle, LOCK_UN); // Release the lock} felose($fileHandle); Conclusion Recap of key concepts covered in the chapter and a preview of topics to be covered in the next chapter. This chapter equips you with the skills to effectively handle files in PHP, from basic read and write operations to more advanced file management tasks. Chapter 8: Database Connectivity with MySQL In Chapter 8, we explore the crucial aspect of connecting PHP to a MySQL database. This chapter covers the introduction to MySQL, establishing a connection, and performing fundamental CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations.8.1 Introduction to MySQL 8.1.1 Basics of MySQL: // PHP script to connect to MySQL (Procedural Style) $database = "mydatabase"; 11 Create connection $conn = mysqli_connect($servername, $username, $password, ¢database); 1 Check connection if ($conn) { die(*Connection failed: ". mysqli_connect_error(); Jelse{ echo "Connected to MySQL successfully"; i In this example, we use mysqli_connect to establish a connection to the MySQL server. If the connection is successful, it echoes a confirmation message; otherwise, it dies and displays an error.8.2 Connecting to a Database 8.2.1 Establishing a Connection: // Connection parameters $database = "mydatabase"; 11 Create connection $conn = mysqli_connect($servername, gusername, $password, {database); // Check connection if (($conn) { die(*Connection failed: *. mysqli_connect_error());} else { echo "Connected to MySQL successfully!";} This section demonstrates the same connection setup as in the introduction. It’s essential to include these steps whenever you interact with the database.8.3 Performing CRUD Operations 8.3.1 Creating a Database: 1/ Creating a database $sql = "CREATE DATABASE mydatabase"; if (mysqli_query($conn, $sql) { echo "Database created successfully"; Jelse{ echo "Error creating database: ". mysqli_error($conn); } In this part, we use mysqli_query to execute an SQL query that creates a new database named mydatabase. The mysqli_error function is used to handle any errors during the execution. 8.3.2 Creating a Table: 1/ Creating atable $sql = “CREATE TABLE users ( id INT(6) UNSIGNED AUTO_INCREMENT PRIMARY KEY, username VARCHAR(30) NOT NULL, email VARCHAR(50), reg_date TIMESTAMP DEFAULT CURRENT_TIMESTAMP ON UPDATE CURRENT TIMESTAMPif (mysqli_query($conn, $sql)) { echo "Table created successfully"; Jelse{ echo "Error creating table:". mysqli_error($conn); i This section illustrates the creation of a table named users. It defines columns for the user ID, username, email, and registration date. The SQL query is executed using mysqli_query. 8.3.3 Inserting Data: J Inserting data $sql = "INSERT INTO users (username, email) VALUES (JohnDoe’, john.doe@example.com)’; if (mysgli_query($conn, $sql) ( echo "Record inserted successfully" Jelse f echo "Error inserting record: " . mysqli_error($conn); ] Here, we use mysqli_query to insert a new record into the users table with the username ‘JohnDoe' and email john. doe@example.com’8.3.4 Retrieving Data: 1 Retrieving data $sql - "SELECT id, username, email FROM users'"; $result = mysqli_query($conn, $sql); if (mysqli_num_rows($result) > 0) { while ($row = mysqli. fetch_assoc($result)) { echo "ID:". $rowl"id’].", Username: ". $row|"username’) . ", Emai ". $row"email"] .
"; } Jelse{ echo "No records found"; 3 This part demonstrates fetching data from the users table using mysqli_query and iterating over the results with mysqli_fetch_assoc. 8.3.5 Updating Data: // Updating data $sql = "UPDATE users SET email=john.doe@gmail.com! WHERE username=JohnDoe"; if (mysqli_query($conn, $sql)) [ echo "Record updated successfully";Jelse{ echo "Error updating record: ". mysqli_error($conn); } Here, we use mysqli_query to update the email address for the user with the username ‘JohnDoe’. 8.3.6 Deleting Data: 1/ Deleting data $sql = "DELETE FROM users WHERE username="JohnDoe"; if (mysqli_query($conn, $sql)){ echo "Record deleted successfully’; Jelse{ echo "Error deleting record: ". mysqli_error($conn);} This part shows the use of mysqli_query to delete a record from the users table where the username is JohnDoe'. 8.4 Prepared Statements 8.4.1 Using Prepared Statements: 1/ Using prepared statements $stmt = mysqliprepare($conn, "INSERT INTO users (username, mysqli_stmt_bind_param({stmt, "ss", $username, $email); email) VALUES @, yy// Set parameters and execute $username = "Alice"; $email - “alice@example.com’; mysqli_stmt_execute($stmt); echo "Record inserted successfully" // Close statement and connection mysqli_stmt_close($stmt); mysqli_close($conn); In this section, we use prepared statements for inserting data into the users table, The mysqli_prepare function is used to prepare the statement, and mysqli_stmt_bind_param binds the parameters before execution. 8.5 Case Studies and Examples 8.5.1 User Authentication: // User authentication: $username = "john’; $password = "secret"; $sql - "SELECT * FROM users WHERE username-? AND password-?"; $stmt - mysqli_prepare($conn, $sql); mysqli_stmt_bind_param({stmt, 'ss", $username, $password); mysqli_stmt_execute($stmt); $result = mysqli_stmt_get_result($stmt);if (onysqli_num_rows($result) > 0) { echo "Login successful’; Jelse{ echo "Invalid username or password; } mysqli_stmt_close($stmt); This example demonstrates user authentication using a prepared statement to avoid SQL injection. 8.6 Exercises and Challenges 8.6.1 Database Manipulation Exercise: 1/ Exercise: Perform CRUD operations on a ‘products’ table in a MySQL database. // Include creating the table, inserting data, updating records, and deleting records. 8.7 Further Reading 8.7.1 Advanced Database Concepts: 1/ Advanced: Using transactions for data consistency mysqli_begin_transaction($conn); $sql1 = "INSERT INTO products (name, price) VALUES (Product 1', 19.99)'; $sql2 = "UPDATE inventory SET quantity=quantity-1 WHERE product id=1" mysqli_query($conn, $sql);mysqli_query($conn, $sql2); mysqli_commit($conn); This section introduces the concept of transactions for ensuring data consistency. mysqli_begin_transaction begins a new transaction, and mysgli_commit commits the changes to the database if there are no errors. Conclusion Recap of key concepts covered in the chapter and a preview of topics to be covered in the next chapter. This chapter provides a detailed exploration of MySQLi procedural style for database connectivity, covering basic operations, prepared statements, and more. Chapter 9: Error Handling and Debugging In this chapter, we'll delve into the crucial aspects of error handling and debugging in PHP. Effective error handling is essential for maintaining the stability and security of your applications, while debugging aids in identifying and resolving issues during development. 9.1 Common PHP Errors 9.1.1 Types of Errors: PHP errors can be broadly classified into three types: syntax errors, runtime errors, and logical errors.Syntax Errors: These occur when the PHP interpreter encounters code that violates its syntax rules. Syntax errors prevent the script from running. // Example of a syntax error $x=5 echo $x; Runtime Ettors: These errors occur during script execution. Common runtime errors include division by zero, accessing undefined variables, and calling undefined functions. 1/ Example of aruntime error $x=5/0; Logical Errors: These errors do not cause the script to terminate but result in incorrect behavior. They are often harder to identify and require debugging. 1/ Example of a logical error $x=5; $y = 10; $sum = $x- $y;// Should be $sum = $x + $y; 9.2 Error Reporting and Logging 9.2.1 Configuring Error Reporting: PHP provides the error_reporting directive to control which types of errors are reported. // Example of configuring error reporting error_reporting(E_ALL); // Report all types of errors,9.2.2 Displaying Errors: During development, it's common to display errors to aid debugging. However, in a production environment, it's recommended to log errors and display a generic error message. 1/ Example of displaying errors during development ini_set(‘display_errors’, 1); 9.2.3 Logging Errors: Logging errors to file is crucial for tracking issues in a production environment. 1/ Example of logging errors toa file inj_set(‘log_errors’, 1);ini_set(error_log,'/path/to/error.log’; 9.3 Debugging Techniques 9.3.1 Using var_dump and print_r: var_dump and print_r are invaluable tools for examining variable contents. // Example of using var_dump $x = 5; var_dump($x);9.3.2 Using echo and die: echo statements can be strategically placed to output variable values or messages during script execution. die is useful for terminating the script at a specific point for inspection. // Example of using echo and die $x=5; echo $x; die(*Script terminated for debugging"); 9.3.3 Step-by-Step Debugging with Xdebug: Xdebug is a powerful tool for step-by-step debugging. It provides features such as breakpoints, variable inspection, and stack tracing. 1/ Example of using Xdebug for debugging // (Configuration details depend on your specific environment) 9.4 Exception Handling 9.4.1 Using try, catch, and finally: Exception handling allows you to gracefully manage errors and exceptions. 1/ Example of using try, catch, and finally tryt 1/ Code that might throw an exception $result = 10 /0;} catch (Exception $e) { // Handle the exception echo "Caught exception: *. $e->getMessage(); } finally { 1/ Code that always executes, whether an exception is caught or not } 9.5 Custom Error Handling 9.5.1 Registering Custom Error Handlers: You can define custom functions to handle errors, warnings, and notices. // Example of registering custom error handlers set_error_handler(“customError’); 9.5.2 Defining a Custom Error Handler: Define a function to handle errors based on your requirements. 17 Example of a custom error handler function customError($errno, $errsty, $errfile, $errline) { echo "Error: [Sermo] $errstr
"; echo "File: $errfile
"; echo "Line: $errline
"; 1/ You can log errors, send emails, or perform other actions here }9.6 Case Studies and Examples 9.6.1 Debugging a Function: Step through debugging a function to identify and resolve issues. // Example of debugging a function function divide($a, $b) { return $a/ $b; } 1/ Debugging $x= 10; $y= ); $result = divide($x, $y); 9.6.2 Handling File Upload Errors: Demonstrate handling errors during file uploads, // Example of handling file upload errors if ($_EILES|'file'Il"err0r"] > 0) { echo "File upload error: ". $_FILES|"file'I"error‘|;} 9.7 Exercises and Challenges 9.7.1 Debugging Exercise:Given a script with intentional errors, use debugging techniques to identify and fix the issues. 1/ Exercise: Debug the following script § $y=10; $sum = $x- y;echo "The sumis:*. sum; 9.7.2 Custom Error Handling Exercise: Create a custom error handler that logs errors to a file. // Exercise: Implement a custom error handler that logs errors toafile 9.8 Further Reading 9.8.1 Advanced Debugging Techniques: Explore more advanced debugging techniques and tools for PHP development. 1 Advanced: Additional debugging tools and practices Conclusion Recap of key concepts covered in the chapter and a preview of topics to be covered in the next chapter. This chapter equips you with the skills to handle errors effectively and employ debugging techniques to identify and resolve issues, during PHP development.Chapter 10: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in PHP In this chapter, we will explore the fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in PHP. OOP is a programming paradigm that uses objects to organize and structure code. It provides a way to model real-world entities and their interactions in a more modular and scalable manner. 10.1 Classes and Objects 10.1.1 Defining a Class: Aclassis a blueprint for creating objects. It encapsulates data and behavior. // Example of defining a class class Car { 11 Properties public brand; public $model; 1 Constructor public function _construct($brand, $model) { $this->brand_J/ Method public function start( { return "The $this->brand $this->model is starting"; 1 1 In this example, the Car class has properties ($brand and $model), a constructor (_construct), and a method (start). 10.1.2 Creating Objects: ‘An object is an instance of a class. Objects have their own unique data but share the methods defined in the class. 1 Example of creating objects $carl = new Car("Toyota’, "Camry"; $car2 - new Car("Ford", "Mustang"); 1/ Accessing properties echo $car1->brand; // Output: Toyota 1/ Calling methods echo $car2-»start(); // Output: The Ford Mustang is starting. Here, $car1 and $car2 are instances of the Car class. They have their own $brand and $model properties but share the start method. 10.2 Inheritance and Polymorphism 10.2.1 Inheritance:Inheritance allows a class (subclass/child) to inherit properties and methods from another class (superclass/parent). // Example of inheritance class ElectricCar extends Car { 1/ Additional property public $batteryRange; 1 Constructor public function _construct($brand, $model, $batteryRange) { parent $this->batteryRange = $batteryRange; } 1 Override method public function start(){ return "The $this->brand $this->model (Electric) is starting."; 1 } Here, ElectricCar extends Car, inheriting its properties and methods. It also adds a new property ($batteryRange) and overrides the start method. __construct($brand, $model); 10.2.2 Polymorphism: Polymorphism allows objects of different classes to be treated as objects of a common base class. // Example of polymorphism function startCar($car) { return $car->startQ; 3$gasCar = new Car("Honda’, Civic’); $electricCar = new ElectricCar("Tesla’, "Model S", 300); echo startCar($gasCar); // Output: The Honda Civic is starting. echo startCar($electricCar); // Output: The Tesla Model S (Electric) is starting. In this example, the startCar function can accept both a Car object and an ElectricCar object, showcasing polymorphism. 10.3 Encapsulation and Abstraction 10.3.1 Encapsulation: Encapsulation involves bundling data and methods that operate on that data within a single unit (class). Access modifiers control the visibility of properties and methods. // Example of encapsulation class BankAccount { private $balance; public function _construct(finitialBalance) { $this->balance = $initialBalance; i public function deposit(Samount) { $this->balance += $amount; } public function getBalance() { return $this->balance;] ] Here, $balance is encapsulated within the BankAccount class. The deposit method modifies the balance, and getBalance retrieves it. 10.3.2 Abstraction: Abstraction involves hiding complex implementation details and exposing only essential features. 1/ Example of abstraction abstract class Shape { abstract public function calculateArea(); 1 class Circle extends Shape { private $radius; public function _construct($radius) { $this->radius = $radius; } public function calculateArea() { return pi) * pow($this->radius, 2); } ] In this example, Shape is an abstract class with an abstract method (caleulateArea). Circle extends Shape and provides aconcrete implementation.10.4 Classes and Objects in Real-world Applications 10.4.1 Creating a User Class: Asimple example of a User class with properties and methods for authentication. 1/ Example of a User class class User { private $username; private $password; public function _construct($username, $password) { $this->username = $username; $this-> password = $password; 3 public function authenticate(SenteredPassword) { return $enteredPassword === $this->password; } public function getUsername( { return $this->username; 1 } This class can be used to represent user accounts with authentication functionality.10.5 Exercises and Challenges 10.5.1 OOP Exercise: Create a class hierarchy for different types of vehicles (Car, Motorcycle) with shared and unique properties/methods. 1/ Exercise: Create a class hierarchy for vehicles 10.5.2 Banking System Simulation: Design and implement a basic banking system using OOP principles. 1/ Exercise: Design a basic banking system using OOP 10.6 Further Reading 10.6.1 Design Patterns in PHP: Explore common design patterns used in PHP development, 1/ Advanced: Learn about design patterns in PHP ConclusionRecap of key concepts covered in the chapter and a preview of topics to be covered in the next chapter. This chapter provides an introduction to Object-Oriented Programming in PHP, covering classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, encapsulation, abstraction, and their real-world application. Chapter 11: Web Development with PHP In this chapter, we'll explore the use of PHP in web development. PHP is widely used to create dynamic and interactive web pages. We'll cover fundamental concepts, creating dynamic web pages, and handling forms. 11.1 Introduction to Web Development Concepts 11.1.1 Client-Server Architecture: Web development typically follows a client-server architecture, where a client (web browser) makes requests to a server, and the server processes these requests and sends back responses. 11.1.2 HTTP and HTTPS: HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) and its secure version, HTTPS, are communication protocols used for transmitting data between clients and servers on the web.11.1.3 Request and Response Cycle: ‘When a user interacts with a web page, the browser sends an HTTP request to the server, which processes the request and sends an HTTP response back to the browser. 11.2 Creating Dynamic Web Pages 11.2.1 Embedding PHP in HTML: PHP code can be embedded within HTML to create dynamic content. stitle»Dynamic Web Page

Welcome, !

Current date:

In this example, PHP is used to dynamically generate the user's name and the current date.11.2.2 Using Variables: PHP variables can be used to store and manipulate data. chead> Name: fname

"; echo "

Age: $age

"; Here, PHP variables $name and $age are used to display user information. 11.3 Form Handling and Validation 11.3.1 HTML Forms:Forms allow users to input data. PHP is commonly used to process form submissions.

Username: Password: "username" required> In this solution: ‘The user submits their username and password. If the credentials are valid, the user_id is set in the session. ‘The user is then redirected to the 2FA page (2fa.php). Note: The actual 2FA implementation would involve additional steps such as generating and verifying a one-time code, which could be sent via SMS or a mobile app. Challenge 12.6.1 Answer: Advanced Session Management The challenge is to explore advanced session management topics, including database-backed sessions and custom session handlers. Solution: In this solution: Custom session handler functions are defined to manage sessions using a database. session_set_save_handler is used to register these custom functions. Each function is responsible for a specific aspect of session handling, such as opening, closing, reading, writing, destroying, and garbage collection. This implementation allows you to store session data in a database, providing a more robust and scalable solution compared to default file-based sessions. Adjust the database-related logic according to your database schema and requirements. Conclusion Recap of key concepts covered in the chapter, emphasizing the importance of secure session management and cookie handling. The chapter provides a comprehensive understanding of working with sessions and cookies in PHP, with practical examples and security considerations.Chapter 13: Security Best Practices In this chapter, we'll cover essential security best practices in PHP. Security is a critical aspect of web development, and understanding how to protect your applications from common vulnerabilities is crucial. 13.1 Data Validation and Sanitization 13.1.1 Filtering Input Data: Filter and validate user input to prevent malicious data. prepare("SELECT * FROM users WHERE username = $stmt->bindParam("“username’, $username); $stmt->bindParam(":password’, $password); $stmt->execute(); // Check login credentials, Won Explanation: Prepared statements ensure that user input is treated as data, not executable code, preventing SQL injection attacks. 13.3 Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) Prevention 13.3.1 Escaping Output: Escape user input when outputting it to prevent XSS attacks. 

Explanation: An anti-CSRF token is generated and included in forms. On form submission, the server checks if the received token matches the stored one. 13.5 Password Hashing 13.5.1 Using Password Hashing: Securely store passwords using password hashing functions. Explanation: This example checks the file type by its extension and moves it to a secure location. It's crucial to validate and sanitize file uploads to prevent various security issues. 13.8 HTTPS Usage 13.8.1 Enforcing HTTPS: Always use HTTPS to encrypt data transmitted between the client and the server. Explanation: Ensure that your website uses HTTPS to encrypt data during transmission, preventing man-in-the- middle attacks and ensuring data integrity. 13.9 Challenge: Advanced SQL Injection Prevention Challenge Description: Enhance the SQL injection prevention mechanism by implementing parameterized queries and input validation. Solution: prepare(’SELECT * FROM users WHERE username = username AND password = :password"); $stmt->bindParam("“username", $username); $stmt->bindParam(":password", $password); $stmt-rexecute(); 1/ Check login credentials Wow b> Explanation: ‘Added input validation using etype_alnum to ensure the username consists of alphanumeric characters only. Utilized a parameterized query to further prevent SQL injection. 13.10 Challenge: Enhanced XSS Prevention with Content Security Policy (CSP) Challenge Description: Implement Content Security Policy (CSP) headers to enhance XSS prevention in your web application. Solution: $token]); ‘xmlhttprequest’) {exit; i 1<<17, // 128MB ‘time_cost' => 4,‘threads'=> 2, i $hashed_password = password_hash($password, PASSWORD_ARGON2I, foptions); Explanation: Used the Argon2 algorithm (PASSWORD_ARGON2I for password hashing. Adjusted options for memory, time, and threads according to the desired security level. These challenges and solutions demonstrate advanced techniques and practices for enhancing security in PHP applications, Always stay updated on the latest security practices and adapt them to your application's specific needs. Conclusion Recap of key security concepts covered in the chapter, emphasizing the importance of implementing security best practices in PHP applications. Understanding and implementing these practices are crucial for building robust and secure web applications. Chapter 14: RESTful API Development In this chapter, we'll explore the development of RESTful APIs in PHP. RESTful APIs provide a standardized way to communicate and exchange data between different systems. Well cover the basics of REST, creating a simple API, and consuming it using PHP,14.1 Understanding REST 14.1.1 REST Principles: REST (Representational State Transfer) is an architectural style for designing networked applications. Key principles include statelessness, a uniform interface, and the use of standard HTTP methods. 14.2 Creating a Simple RESTful API 14.2.1 Setting Up the API: Create a PHP file to act as the entry point for the AFI. ‘Welcome to the RESTful API", ‘status’ => ‘success! i 1/ Convert the response to JSON and outputecho json_encode($response); Explanation: The API entry point sets the content type to JSON. A simple response array is defined and converted to JSON using json_encode. 14.3 Consuming the API in PHP 14.3.1 Making a GET Request: Use PHP's file_get_contents or cURL to make a GET request to the API. Explanation:The client makes a GET request to the API endpoint using file_get_contents. The JSON response is decoded using json_decode, and the data is displayed. 14.4 Performing CRUD Operations 14.4.1 Handling POST Requests: Extend the API to handle POST requests for creating resources. ‘Resource created successfully’, ‘status! => ‘success! i 1/ Set HTTP status code http_response_code(201); // Output the response echo json_encode($response); POST’) { // Process and validate POST dataJelse{ // Handle other HTTP methods or provide an error response http_response_code(405); // Method Not Allowed echo json_encode(['error' => ‘Method not allowed')); 1 > Explanation: ‘The API checks if the request method is POST, POST data is processed using file_get_contents and json_decode. The API returns a success message and sets the HTTP status code to 201 (Created). 14.5 Error Handling 14.5.1 Providing Meaningful Errors: Enhance the API to provide meaningful error responses. $error_messagel);Explanation: The API sets an appropriate HTTP status code for the error (e.g., 400 for Bad Request). It outputs a JSON response containing an error message. 14.6 RESTful API Best Practices 14.6.1 Versioning: Consider versioning your API to manage changes and updates. ‘Invalid API Key')); exit; i 1/ Continue with APLlogic Mw Explanation: ‘The API checks if the provided API key matches the valid key. Ifthe key is invalid, the API returns a 401 (Unauthorized) response. 14.8 Exercises and Challenges 14.8.1 Update and Delete Resources: Extend the API to handle PUT and DELETE requests for updating and deleting resources. 1/ Example logic for handling PUT requests if ($_SERVER| REQUEST_METHOD) === PUT?) {1/ Process and validate PUT data $input_data - json_decode(file_get_contents(‘php://input)), true); 1/ Perform resource update logic u // Returna response $respons: ‘message! -> ‘Resource updated successfully’, ‘status’ => ‘success! i // Output the response echo json_encode($response); 1 Explanation: Extend the API to handle PUT requests for updating resources. Similar logic can be applied for DELETE requests. 14.8.2 Pagination: Implement pagination for listing resources to handle large datasets. // Example logic for implementing pagination $page = isset($_GETIpage')) ? intval($_GET|'page')): 1; $items_per_page = 10; $offset = ($page- 1)” $items_per_page; 1/ Use the foffset and $items_per_page values in your database query to retrieve a subset of data. Explanation: Allow clients to specify a page number in the API request to navigate through large datasets.14.8.3 Rate Limiting: Implement rate limiting to prevent abuse and ensure fair usage of the API 1/ Example logic for rate limiting $api_key = $_GETI'api_key']; $rate_limit = 100; // Requests per hour 1 Check the number of requests made by the API key $requests_made = / logic to get the number of requests made if ($requests_made >= $rate_limit) { 11 Rate limit exceeded http_response_code(429); // Too Many Requests echo json_encode(('error' => ‘Rate limit exceeded’); exit; // Continue with API logic u Explanation: Track the number of requests made by an API key and limit access if the rate is exceeded. Project 1: Task Management API Project Description: Develop a simple Task Management API that allows users to create, read, update, and delete tasks. Implement features such as task prioritization, due dates, and status tracking. APLEndpoints:GET /tasks: Retrieve a list of tasks. GET /tasks/{id): Retrieve details of a specific task. POST /tasks: Create anew task PUT /tasks/fid}: Update an existing task, DELETE /tasks/fid}: Delete a task. Solution: Use database for store tasks. You have a MySQL database with a table named tasks containing columns id and name, Project 1: Task Management API (api.php): connect_error) { die(*Connection failed: *. $mysqli->connect_error); d 1 Set content type to JSON header(*Content-Type: application/json"); // Function to retrieve tasks from the database function getTasks() { global $mysqli; $result = $mysqli->query('SELECT * FROM tasks"); $tasks = []; while ($row = $result->fetch_assoc()) { $tasks|] = $row; 1return $tasks; } // Function to retrieve a specific task from the database by ID function getTaskByld($task id) { global $mysqli; $result = $mysqli-> query("SELECT * FROM tasks WHERE id = $task_id"); if $result->num_rows > 0) { return $result->fetch_assoc(); Jelse{ return null; i } // Function to create a new task in the database function createTask($task_name) { global $mysqli; $task_name - $mysqli->real_escape_string($task_name); $mysgli->query("INSERT INTO tasks (name) VALUES (‘$task name"); return $mysqli->insert_id;} // Function to update an existing task in the database function updateTask($task_id, $task_data) { global mysqli; $update_query = "UPDATE tasks SET"; foreach (§task_data as $key => $value) { $value - $mysgli->real_escape_string($value); $update_query .- "$key = ‘$value, "; $update_query = rtrim($update_query, ', ); $update_query .=" WHERE id = $task_id"; $mysqli->query($update_query); return getTaskByld($task_id);} // Function to delete a task from the database by ID function deleteTask( task id) {global $mysqli; $mysqli->query("DELETE FROM tasks WHERE id - $task_id’);} // Handle GET requests to retrieve tasks if ($_SERVER|'REQUEST_METHOD! $tasks = getTasks(); echo json_encode($tasks); 1 // Handle POST requests to create a new task elseif ($_SERVER[REQUEST_METHOD}] === POST) { // Read and decode the incoming JSON data $input_data = json_decode(file_get_contents(‘php://input), true); GET) // Validate input data if Gsset($input_datalname')) { // Create a new task $task_name = $input_datal‘name'); $task id = createTask(Stask name); // Return the new task in the response http_response_code(201); // Created echo json_encode(('id' => $task_id, ‘name’ => $task_namel); Jelse{ // Invalid input datahttp_response_code(400); // Bad Request echo json_encode(('error' => Invalid input data')); 1 } // Handle PUT requests to update an existing task. elseif ($_SERVER(REQUEST_METHOD!] ==='PUT') { // Extract task ID from the URL, $url_parts = explode(/’, §_ SERVERI'REQUEST_URI*); $task id = end($url_parts); 1 Validate task ID if Gis_numeric(§task_id)) {// Read and decode the incoming JSON data $input_data = json_decode(file_get_contents(‘php://input), true); // Update the task $updated_task = updateTask(Stask_id, finput_data); if (Supdated_task) { // Return the updated task in the response echo json_encode($updated_task); Jelse{ 1/ Task not found http_response_code(404); // Not Found echo json_encode(('error' => 'Tasknot found’);] Jelse{ 1/ Invalid task 1D hittp_response_code(400); // Bad Request echo json_encode(('error' => invalid task ID');} s // Handle DELETE requests to delete a task elseif ($_SERVER|'REQUEST_METHOD'] === 'DELETE) { // Extract task ID from the URL $url parts - explode(/’, §_SERVER|'REQUEST_URI‘); $task id - end(url_parts); 1 Validate task ID if (is_numeric($task_id)) {// Delete the task deleteTask($task_id); // Return success message echo json_encode(('message' = "Task deleted successfully’); Jelse{ 1 Inwalid task ID http_xesponse_code(400); // Bad Request echo json_encode(('error' => 'mvalid task ID'); } } $mysqli->close();?>Explanation: Database Connectioy $mysqli = new mysqli('your_host’, ‘your_username’, 'your_password, ‘your_database’ This line establishes @ connection to your MySQL database using the MySQLi extension. Replace 'your_host', ‘your_username'’, your_password!, and 'your_database' with your actual database connection details. getTasks(): Fetches all tasks from the database. getTaskByld($task_id): Retrieves a specific task by ID from the database. createTask($task_name): Inserts a new task into the database and returns its ID. updateTask($task id, $task data): Updates an existing taskin the database and returns the updated task. deleteTask($task_id): Deletes a task from the database. Content Type and Header Setting: header(‘Content-Type: application/json"); Sets the content type to JSON, indicating that the API will return JSON-formatted responses. GET Request Handling (Retrieve Tasks) if ($_SERVER| REQUEST_METHOD) === GET" { $tasks = getTasks(); echo json_encode($tasks); } Handles GET requests to retrieve all tasks. It calls getTasks() to fetch tasks from the database and responds with a JSON-encoded array of tasks. POST Request Handling (Create a New Task): elseif ($_SERVER[REQUEST_METHOD!] ==- POST) { $input_data = json_decode(file_get_contents(‘php://input)), true);1/ «(validation and task creation logic) ] Handles POST requests to create a new task. It decodes JSON input, validates the input data, creates a new task in the database using createTask(), and responds with the new task details. PUT Request Handling (Update an Existing Task): elseif ($_SERVER|'REQUEST_METHOD!] === PUT) { 1 ... (extract task ID, validate, update task, and respond) , Handles PUT requests to update an existing task. It extracts the task ID from the URL, validates it, updates the task using updateTask(), and responds with the updated task details. DELETE Request Handling (Delete a Task): elseif ($_SERVER[REQUEST_METHOD] === DELETE) { 1/ .. (extract task ID, validate, delete task, and respond) } Handles DELETE requests to delete a task. It extracts the task ID from the URL, validates it, deletes the task using deleteTask(), and responds with a success message. Closing Database Connection: $mysali--closed; Closes the MySQLi database connection. Remember to replace the placeholder database connection details and adapt the code based on your specific needs and security considerations. Additionally, consider implementing more robust validation and error handling in a production environment.Project 2: User Authentication API Project Descriptio: Build a User Authentication API that handles user registration, login, and token-based. authentication. Enhance security by implementing password hashing and token expiration. APLEndpoints: POST /register: Register a new user. POST /login: Authenticate and generate an access token. GET /profile: Retrieve user profile information (requires authentication). Solution: connect_error) { die(*Connection failed: *. $mysqli->connect_error); } 1/ Set content type to JSON header("Content-Type: application/json"); // Function to register a new user function registerUser($username, $password) { global mysqli; // Hash the password before storing it in the database $hashed_password = password_hash($password, PASSWORD_DEFAULT);1/ Register a new user using basic MySQL query $sql - "INSERT INTO users (username, password) VALUES (‘Susername’, ‘$hashed_password')'; $mysqli-> query($sql); i: // Function to authenticate a user and generate an access token function loginUser($username, $password) { global mysqli; // buthenticate a user using basic MySQL query $sql = "SELECT id, password FROM users WHERE username = ‘$username; $result = ¢mysqli->query( $sql); if (Sresult->num_rows > 0) { $row = $result->fetch_assoc(); $user_id = $row/id']; $hashed_password = $row!'password']; 1 Verify the password if (password_verify($password, $hashed_password)) { 1/ Generate an access token (you may use a more secure method for token generation) $access_token = bin2hex(random_bytes(32)); 1/ Store the access token in the database for the user $mysqli->query(’UPDATE users SET access_token = 'Saccess_token’ WHERE id = $user_id’); // Return the access token in the response echo json_encode(('access_token’ => $access_token!);Jelse{ 1/ &uthentication failed http_response_code(401); // Unauthorized echo json_encode({'error' => ‘Authentication failed’); ) Jelse{ 11 Buthentication failed http _response_code(401);// Unauthorized echo json_encode((error' => ‘Authentication failed');} } // Function to retrieve user profile information function getUserProfile($user_id) { global $mysqli; // Get user profile information using basic MySQL query $sql = "SELECT id, username FROM users WHERE id = $user_id"; $result = $mysqli->query(ésql); if Gresult->num_rows > 0){ $user_profile = $result->fetch_assoc(); 4/ Return user profile information in the response echo json_encode($user_profile); Jelsef 1/ User not found http_response_code(404); // Not Found echo json_encode(('error' => ‘User not found);