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PHP & MySQL Bootcamp in NYC or Live Online

PHP and MySQL unlock the dynamic power of the web, allowing you to create pages that interact with customers, collect and display information from a database, send emails, and more

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Add Back-End Functionality with PHP & MySQL

So you’re comfortable making static web pages, but now you want to have your site actually do something?

Learn PHP & MySQL Fundamentals

This training introduces you to PHP and MySQL, giving you a fundamental understanding of those two building blocks of dynamic websites.

We’ll show you how to work with forms, sanitize user input for security, send emails, work with cookies to collect information on your users and upload files. You’ll interact with databases using SQL to fetch, insert, update, delete, and search records. You’ll learn how to use phpMyAdmin to create databases and tables, as well as data-typing and indexes.

What is PHP?

PHP is the web’s most popular server-side scripting language. Huge sites like Facebook, Wikipedia, Baidu, Tumblr and more run on it as it is fast, free, stable, and feature-rich. PHP can help bring your website to life, changing it from a static HTML-only experience to a two-way interactive user experience. PHP is the backbone of many web related activities that we take for granted, such as handling form submissions, powering e-commerce transactions, and interacting with a database.

In addition many of the most popular CMS (Content Management Systems) such as WordPress, Drupal, and Joomla are written in PHP. Understanding this language will enable you to have a deeper understanding of these web tools making them easier to customize for your needs.

What is MySQL?

What database is nearly always paired with PHP? MySQL. MySQL is the world’s most popular open source database. Your database can store customer information, product information, and much, much more. Together PHP and MySQL are available for free on nearly every host.

Please note that to run a local server on each machine we use XAMPP (Free) for the PC and MAMP Pro ($79) for the Mac.

This course has a prerequisite

Students should feel comfortable coding HTML and CSS. You should have knowledge equivalent to our Web Development Level 2 class.

Please note that to run a local server on each machine we use XAMPP (Free) for the PC and MAMP Pro ($69) for the Mac.

Get personalized attention in small groups
Work on real-world exercises & projects
Learn from industry experts with real-world experience
Refresh the course materials within six months for free

The teaching method at Noble Desktop is perfect and the classes provide you with infinite knowledge that makes you eager to take everything they offer. I love Noble!

—Ivonne Ackerman

What You’ll Learn

Use PHP to bring websites to life, turning static HTML into a two-way, user-interactive experience
Get an introduction to the basics of PHP and MySQL
Understand how PHP & MySQL can be used to handle form submissions, interact with databases, and more
Gain a solid foundation of how PHP works, including working with forms, sessions, and more
Learn the basics of MySQL, using SQL to fetch, insert, update, delete, and search records

Course Syllabus

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Section 1

Basic PHP Syntax

Echo, Strings, and Variables
Single Quotes vs. Double Quotes
Escaping Characters
Heredoc
Concatenation
Comments

Working with Numbers

Arithmetic Operators
Assignment Operators
Table of Arithmetic Operators
Table of Assignment Operators
Defining a Site and Testing Server in Dreamweaver

Conditionals

If/Else
Elseif
Switch
Comparison Operators
Logical Operators
The Difference Between == and ===

Section 2

Arrays

Creating a simple array
Using array()
Multidimensional Arrays
Printing an Entire Array Using print_r()

Loops

While Loops
Do...While
For Loops
ForEach
Break Out of Loop
Continue

Working with Strings

Comparing Strings
Converting to Upper and Lower Case
Searching Through Strings
Case-Sensitive and Case-Insensitive

Section 3

Form Basics and Security

Post vs. Get
Radios, Checkboxes, and Select Fields
Magic Quotes
Securing the page
Using Functions

Sending Email

Setting Up MAMP Pro
Setting Up XAMPP and Mercury Mail
Sending a Test Email

Simple Form Validation and Email

Sanitizing Input
Error Checking
Displaying Errors
Sending Email
Adding a Thank You Page
Including Files

Section 4

Cookies

Adding Cookies
Tracking the Number of Visits
Sending an Email with the Cookie Info

Sessions

Starting a Session
Using Session Variables
Log In/Log Out
Destroying Session Variables

File Uploads

Making a File Upload Form
The $_FILES Array
Uploading Files
Basic Security

Section 5

Creating a Database/MySQL/SELECT

Creating a New Database
Connecting to the Database
SQL Basics
The SELECT Statement
Display the Number of Rows Returned
Making a Reusable Connection Script
MySQL vs. MySQLi vs. PDO

Making a Reusable Connection Script

Error Checking
Making an Include
Sorting Results

Prepared Statements

Selecting and Filtering Results
Preventing SQL Injection Attacks with Prepared Statements

Section 6

SQL: Insert

The INSERT Statement
Using phpMyAdmin
Inserting Information from a Form

SQL: Update

The UPDATE Statement
Update Form
Display Data in the Update Form
Display Checkboxes
Hidden Fields

SQL: Delete

The DELETE Statement
Deleting Rows from a Database
Passing ID Variables in a URL

SQL: Search

Wildcard Searches
Searching with a Form

Schedule & Enrollment

$975
18 Hours
Live Online (or NYC upon reopening)
Full setup assistance provided

Discounts
Discounts
- 10% Alumni Discount: Get 10% off this course if you’ve previously taken any 12+ hour course.
- $100 Individuals Discount: Take $100 off this course if you’re an individual paying for yourself (you’re not being reimbursed by a company).
Discounts are applied at checkout (no promo code required) and will be verified after you place your order. Discounts are subject to change. Read our discount policies for more details.

Payment Plans

This course is not eligible for a payment plan, which is only available for programs priced at $2,495 and above. Read our Payment Plan FAQ for more details.
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This Course is Available Live Online

You can attend this training live online at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time) through screen-sharing software Zoom (free for you).
Our live online training is interactive and hands-on, just like our in-person classes. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your setup is perfect

Classes are activity-based and taught by a live instructor.
You can hear the instruction, ask questions, and share your screen—all in real-time.
Retake the course for free (in-person or live online) within one year.
Until June 15, 2020, all classes are held live online only.

See What Students Are Saying About Live Online

“Overall experience on Zoom was maybe even better than in IRL classroom because the instruction takes place right on your own screen, with less distraction. Great overall experience.”
“Given the fact that we had to do this entire class remotely due to Covid-19, I didn’t have very high expectations it would run so smoothly. However, I don’t think it could’ve gone any better. Not only do I feel very comfortable with the program now, but I’m actually excited to use it!”
“This was the first online class I’ve taken with ND and it was a great experience. Looking forward to the other classes I’ve signed up for!”

Learn more about how our live online training works

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1-Minute Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to bring anything to the class?

No. We provide computers (Mac or PC) with the required software installed. Choose your operating system at checkout.
Does this course require any prior knowledge or experience?

Students should feel comfortable coding HTML and CSS. You should have knowledge equivalent to our Web Development Level 2 class.

Please note that to run a local server on each machine we use XAMPP (Free) for the PC and MAMP Pro ($69) for the Mac.
Do you offer discounts or a payment plan for this course?
Discounts
- 10% Alumni Discount: Get 10% off this course if you’ve previously taken any 12+ hour course.
- $100 Individuals Discount: Take $100 off this course if you’re an individual paying for yourself (you’re not being reimbursed by a company).
Discounts are applied at checkout (no promo code required) and will be verified after you place your order. Discounts are subject to change. Read our discount policies for more details.

Payment Plan

This course is not eligible for a payment plan, which is only available for programs priced at $2,495 and above. Read our Payment Plan FAQ for more details.

Take this course as part of a certificate program and save:
- Web Design with WordPress & PHP Certificate
Can I take this course online (remote learning)?
You may attend this training virtually (online) at the scheduled time the course is offered (New York, Eastern Time).

How does attending “live online” work?
- Students can attend this training remotely through screen sharing software (we use Zoom).
- Participants can hear the instruction, ask questions, and even share their screen with the instructor.
- For audio you can use your computer’s microphone/speakers or call a phone number that we’ll provide.
- Classes are activity-based and taught by a live instructor, so we strongly encourage students who are local to the area to attend in person!
What if I don’t have the software on my computer?

Upon registration, please email hello@nobledesktop.com and we will help you get set up with the software or anything else needed for an optimal training experience.

Corporate & Onsite Web Development Training

Purchase group class vouchers at a discount for our regularly-scheduled group classes in New York, or create a custom training program at your offices.

Private Training

Available onsite at your location
Modern computer labs in Midtown Manhattan
Customize or choose from our existing courses
Free instructor consultations to finalize content

Group Class Vouchers

Send employees to our group classes
Extensive offerings and flexible scheduling
Simple billing and logistics
Computers and training resources provided

Create Dynamic Websites

This 18-hour course is one of the final classes included in the Web Development Certificate. Gain back-end coding experience as you learn from professsional web developer instructors. You’ll get our custom PHP & MySQL training workbook used by universities and institutions around the world, as well as a free retake within six months of taking the course.

Coders learning PHP for back-end functionality

Learn PHP Fundamentals

“PHP & MySQL is a great introductory class. Jeremy skillfully guided the students through the PHP syntax, SQL statements, database, form validation, and setting up the server. He took extra time to work closely with students and went the extra distance as needed, filling gaps with bonus classes including how to upload files to the server. Attend this class if you are looking to get started with PHP programming.”
William Bly, United Nations

Custom Workbook Included

“This class was a fantastic overview of PHP. After working in Front End development for many years and touching PHP and working with databases, this course really helped piece it all together for me. I only wish I had taken it sooner. The speed and topic coverage was just perfect, and the book is a great resource that I can use to refresh at any time.”
Lynnette Colalillo, Web Developer

Part of a Certificate Program

This course is included in the immersive Web Development certificate program. Take the other courses to earn a certificate!

Highly Reviewed by Our Alumni

From our hands-on training style to world-class instructors and proprietary curriculum, we deliver a learning experience our alumni can be proud of.

This class was a fantastic overview of PHP. After working in Front End development for many years and touching PHP and working with databases, this course really helped piece it all together for me. I only wish I had taken it sooner. The speed and topic coverage was just perfect, and the book is a great resource that I can use to refresh at any time.

Lynnette Colalillo

PHP & MySQL is a great introductory class. Jeremy skillfully guided the students through the PHP syntax, SQL statements, database, form validation, and setting up the server. He took extra time to work closely with students and went the extra distance as needed, filling gaps with bonus classes including how to upload files to the server. Attend this class if you are looking to get started with PHP programming.

William Bly

I went into this class knowing that I really need to get an overview of PHP. I wasn't exactly looking forward to it, but it turned out that the class was a great introduction and actually left me excited to learn more and develop my PHP skills. Thanks!

Cathy Bechler, YAI

Once again I leave a Noble class feeling like I really learned the material. This PHP class will definitely help take my web development to the next level.

Wendell Laurent, New York Province Jesuits

Noble Desktop provided me with a solid foundation of web development knowledge. Their instructors are easy to approach, and the curriculum is laid out in a logical progression that makes sense and helps you to grasp a lot of information. Thank you Noble Desktop for helping me in pursuing my next career path!

Mike St.Pierre