This update to a Wrox bestseller dives in and guides the reader through the entire process of creating dynamic, data driven sites using the open source AMP model: Apache Web server, the MySQL database system, and the PHP scripting language.
The team of expert authors covers PHP scripting, database management, security, integration, and e commerce functions and comes complete with a useful syntax reference.

Showcases three fully functional Web site examples, with implementations for both Windows and Linux, that readers can incorporate into their own projects
Updates include a new chapter on PHP5 features and functions, a new example Web site application, and updates to PHP5 throughout the text

From the Back Cover

PHP, Apache, and MySQL are the three key open source technologies that form the basis for most active Web servers. This new edition guides you through the entire process of setting up your own site and walks you through every step, from the installation of PHP, Apache, and MySQL to database management, security, and integration with other technologies.

Featuring new information on the features and functions of the latest upgrades MySQL 4.0.X, PHP5, and Apache 2.0 this book boasts a working Web site application and numerous updates throughout the text. The multi platform approach addresses installation and usage on both Linux and Windows, and two common themed, reusable Web sites are examined. Upon completion of this book, youll be able to create well designed, dynamic Web sites using open source tools.

What you will learn from this book

Syntax, functions, and commands of PHP, Apache, and MySQL and how they can be used together in Web development
The ins and outs of data manipulation
The object oriented programming advantages of PHP5
Ways of using PHP for connecting HTML based Web pages to a backend database for dynamic content
How MySQL easily stores, updates, and accesses information

Who this book is for

This book is for beginners who are new to PHP and who need to learn quickly how to create Web sites using open source tools. Some basic HTML knowledge is helpful but not essential.