PhpFromZero

⚠️ Archived because I'm building new one with more comprehensive doc

A comprehensive project template for beginners to learn PHP web development from scratch.

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Objective

PhpFromZero is a handcrafted project template aimed at helping beginners in PHP web development. It provides a solid foundation for learning how to create powerful websites from scratch using an object-oriented approach and the Model-View-Controller (MVC) design pattern, without relying on external dependencies.

This project template is well-documented and designed to be easily understandable for junior PHP developers. By using PhpFromZero, you will:

• Gain hands-on experience in creating PHP websites with an object-oriented approach.
• Develop a clear understanding of how web applications work.
• Acquire the skills needed to learn and work with various PHP frameworks.
• Possess the knowledge to build your own PHP framework with ease.

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Features

• Object-Oriented PHP: Learn how to structure your code using object-oriented programming (OOP) principles for improved maintainability and code organization.
• MVC Design Pattern: Understand and implement the Model-View-Controller (MVC) design pattern to separate concerns and achieve better code structure.
• Documentation: Detailed documentation guides you through the project structure, code explanations, and usage instructions.
• Educational Purpose: PhpFromZero is designed to facilitate learning and provide a solid foundation for beginners in PHP web development.

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Requirements

To run PhpFromZero, make sure you have the following:

• Wamp or Xampp installed and configured.
• MySQL database.
• PHP 8 or newer.

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Attention

• PhpFromZero requires PHP 8 or newer to run.
• This project is used for educational purposes, such as training my mentees.
• Use this template at your own risk.
• If you want to use this template in a real project, it is highly recommended to improve security and performance aspects.
• For any questions or discussions, feel free to contact dah.kenangnon@gmail.com or join the discussion on the GitHub repository.

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Try it on Your Computer

To run PhpFromZero on your computer, follow these steps:

1. Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/Dahkenangnon/PhpFromZero.git
2. Create a new database as mentioned in env.local.php.
3. Import the php_from_zero.sql file into the newly created database.
4. Run the following command in the project directory:

php -S localhost:9000 -t public

5. Open your browser and navigate to http://localhost:9000 to view the pages.
   • Please note that depending on your environment's configuration, you may encounter some errors.

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Extending

PhpFromZero is designed to help junior developers understand the inner workings of web applications and create their own PHP projects

with well-structured and maintainable architecture. It provides a simplified approach for educational purposes and may not be suitable for production environments.

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Thank you for choosing PhpFromZero! Give it a star on GitHub if you find it helpful. We encourage you to give it a try, explore the features, and contribute to its improvement. Happy coding!