Explains how to use the HTML-embedded scripting language to develop dynamic Web applications while covering PHP syntax and functions.
Simple, to the point, and compact--in fact, exactly what you've come to expect in an O'Reilly Pocket Reference--the second edition of PHP Pocket Reference is thoroughly updated to include the specifics of PHP 4.Written by the founder of the PHP Project, Rasmus Lerdorf, PHP Pocket Reference is both a handy introduction to PHP syntax and structure, and a quick reference to the vast array of functions provided by PHP. The quick reference section organizes all the core functions of PHP alphabetically so you can find what you need easily; the slim size means you can keep it handy beside your keyboard for those times when you want to look up a function quickly without closing what you're doing.This valuable little book provides an authoritative overview of PHP packed into a pocket-sized guide that's easy to take anywhere. It is also the ideal companion for O'Reilly's comprehensive book on PHP, Programming PHP.The PHP Pocket Reference an indispensable (and inexpensive) tool for any serious PHP coder.
Introduction Installation and Configuration Embedding PHP in HTML
Including Files Language Syntax Variables Dynamic Variables Data Types
Integers Floating Point Numbers Strings Booleans Arrays Objects Type
Casting Expressions Operators Control Structures if switch while
do/while for foreach Functions Passing Arguments to Functions Variable
Scope Static Variables Web-Related Variables Sessions Examples Showing
the Browser and IP Address Intelligent Form Handling Web Database
Integration Function Reference
Rasmus Lerdorf started the PHP Project back in 1995 and has been actively involved in PHP development ever since. Also involved in a number of other Open Source projects, Rasmus is a longtime Apache contributor and foundation member. He is the author of the first edition of the PHP Pocket Reference, and the co-author of Programming PHP.
