PHP & MySQL: Novice to Ninja, 6th Edition is a hands-on guide to learning all the tools, principles, and techniques needed to build a fully functional application using PHP & MySQL. Comprehensively updated to cover PHP 7 and modern best practice, this practical and fun book covers everything from installing PHP and MySQL through to creating a complete online content management system.You'll learn how to:Install PHP & MySQL on Windows, Mac OS X, or LinuxGain a thorough understanding of PHP syntaxUse object oriented programming techniquesMaster database design principles and SQLDevelop robust websites that can handle high levels of trafficBuild a working content management system (CMS)And much more!