David Christopher Carachi
Become a backend web engineer and get your hands dirty with SQL & PHP - the core technologies of the dynamic web. PHP is used by 76% of all websites and that includes giants such as Facebook, Slack and Wordpress. From small eCommerce websites to comprehensive ERP systems, PHP is at the heart of an open-source stack that powers modern enterprise. Paired with MySQL or MariaDB, developers have a 100% open-source stack with which to develop applications from scratch. PHP is used by a large number of frameworks including WordPress and Laravel, meaning PHP knowledge lets you develop, optimise and customise these popular platforms.
This study programme starts with a database-development module, where you will learn about different database models and then focus on relational (and object-relational) databases, including creating the database, adding data, queries and optimisation. You then start your PHP journey in the PHP Foundations module, where you will learn object-oriented programming using the latest version of PHP. You will be able to create dynamic database-driven websites and learn how to create all of the components required in the modern web. Finally, you will round off your studies with the PHP Advanced module - where you will master PHP. You will learn and implement design patterns, understand optimisation, learn how to create REST web services and use PHP frameworks.
Throughout this programme, we will be focusing on best practices such as version control with Git and using Docker to create a repeatable development environment.
This course is ideal for:
Aspiring backend developers looking to specialize in backend web development with a focus on SQL and PHP.
Intermediate-level developers aiming to expand their skill set with advanced PHP and database development techniques.
Website designers with HTML, CSS & JavaScript front-end skills wanting to enhance their knowledge of backend technologies to become full-stack developers.
University students or recent graduates in computer science, information technology or related fields who want to gain industry skills to gain a competitive advantage.
Entrepreneurs and freelancers who want to build and manage their own dynamic, database-driven web applications.