Beginning PHP6, Apache, MySQL Web Development

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PHP, Apache, and MySQL are the three key open source technologies that form the basis for most active Web servers. This book takes the reader step-by-step through understanding each component - using it and combining it with the others on both Linux and Windows servers. Beginning PHP 6, Apache, and MySQL 6 guide the reader through the 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 cover topics including: new features of PHP 6 and MySQL 6, PHP scripting, database management, security, integration, e-commerce functions, and provide a complete syntax reference.

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Timothy Boronczyk works as a freelance developer, programmer, and technical editor. He has been involved in Web design since 1998 and over the years has written several articles and tutorials on PHP programming for publications such as PHP Architect, the #1PHP magazine. Timothy holds a degree in Software Applications Programming. Elizabeth Naramore is a member of PHPBuilder. She has been developing websites and coordinating all phase of website publication and production for the past decade. Her main focus is e-commerce and running www.giftsforengineers.com. Jason Gerner is a Web developer and a frequent contributor to PHPBuilder.com. Yann Le Scouranec is a Software Quality Engineer who specializes in Automated Testing, and had worked for Compuware Corporation and Rational Software as a professional services consultant. Jeremy Stolz is a web developer at J&M Companies where he primarily works with PHP and MYSQL. He is a moderator and contributor to PHPBuilder. Table of Contents 1. Configuring Your Installation. 2. Creating PHP Pages Using PHP6. 3. Using PHP6 with MySQL. 4. Using Tables to Display Data. 5. Form Elements: Letting the User Work with Data. 6. Letting the User Edit the Database. 7. Manipulating and Creating Images with PHP. 8. Validating User Input. 9. Handling and Avoiding Errors. 10. Building Databases. 11. Sending Email. 12. User Logins, Profiles, and Personalization. 13. Building a Content Management System. 14. Mailing Lists. 15. Online Stores. 16. Creating a Bulletin Board System. 17. Using Log Files to Improve Your Site. 18. Troubleshooting. Appendix A. Answers to Exercises. Appendix B. PHP Quick Reference. Appendix C. PHP 6 Functions. Appendix D. MySQL Data Types. Appendix E. MySQL Quick Reference. Appendix F. Comparison of Text Editors. Appendix G. Choosing a Third Party Host. Appendix H. An Introduction to PEAR. Appendix I. AMP Installation. Index.