Do you think all webmasters should learn PHP?

[Bawse]

PHP is my favorite programming language. It's useful in many ways.

Do you think all aspiring programmers should learn PHP?

 

[Mike30]

I love PHP too.
Learning a programming language like PHP it's like learning to make magic. With a keyword you can make awesome things.

 

[Shawn Gossman]

PHP is my favorite programming language. It's useful in many ways.

Do you think all aspiring programmers should learn PHP?

I'd love to learn more about it.

I think it's definitely a great thing to learn as a webmaster.

After one learned HTML/CSS, you know the basics - do you recommend they jump right into PHP or learn something else first?

 

[Mike30]

After one learned HTML/CSS, you know the basics - do you recommend they jump right into PHP or learn something else first?

Javascript is inevitable these days. I would suggest to learn Javascript next.
HTML/CSS/Javascript for frontend stuff
Then get into PHP + SQL for backend stuff.

 

[Shawn Gossman]

Javascript is inevitable these days. I would suggest to learn Javascript next.
HTML/CSS/Javascript for frontend stuff
Then get into PHP + SQL for backend stuff.

Thanks.

I've never really taken the time to learn JavaScript.

I've used HTML and CSS but, in all honesty, I need to refresh myself on it.

I think I'll start at the basics and then move up!

Have a goal to create a forum software just for fun! I definitely don't want to get into the free or paid platform business.

 

[~ True Legend ~]

Javascript is inevitable these days. I would suggest to learn Javascript next.
HTML/CSS/Javascript for frontend stuff
Then get into PHP + SQL for backend stuff.

Not to mention PHP isn’t essential as a backend language - there are numerous options to choose from. Python is often used for backend programming too (django framework). As is Javascript (on a Node library) and as is Java (spring framework)

You *can* use Vanilla JavaScript/jQuery - however you may want to consider using a modern front-end library such as Angular/Vue/React. Likewise you can use Basic PHP with AJAX calls - however you may want to consider using a framework such as Laravel as a wrapper.

If you choose to use a back-end framework, it’s essential to learn ORM concepts. If not, it’s critical you use prepared SQL statements to avoid SQL injection attacks.

Just some pointers - hope this helps

 

[Mike30]

@~ True Legend ~ I know. I remember when node.js was coming out, I started to learn it, I actually paid for courses, I bought books about Python, Java, but my mind was about to blow up. I remember telling myself, I just need to learn to code a little to put my ideas up, later I hire experts, but I can't build something if I keep studying every language that shines and sounds awesome.

So, I decided to stop learning other languages, and focused on the ones I already knew a little.

 

[Cpvr]

I'd love to learn more about it.

I think it's definitely a great thing to learn as a webmaster.

After one learned HTML/CSS, you know the basics - do you recommend they jump right into PHP or learn something else first?

I recently came across this modern Php cheatsheet on Twitter.
IModern PHP Cheatsheet | PHP Cheatsheet for Developers

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This document is a cheatsheet for PHP you will frequently encounter in modern projects and most contemporary sample code.

This guide is not intended to teach you PHP from the ground up, but to help developers with basic knowledge who may struggle to get familiar with modern codebases (or let's say to learn Laravel or Symfony for instance) because of the new PHP concepts and features introduced over the years.

They also have a full course Javascript for beginners that has 8 hours of code and instructions.

JavaScript Tutorial for Beginners | Full Course in 8 Hours

In This JavaScript Full Course for Beginners is an all-in-one beginner tutorial and complete course full of nearly 8 hours of JavaScript code and instruction to

morioh.com

 

[Tracy]

Do you think all aspiring programmers should learn PHP?

To me, that's like asking if all vehicle operators should learn how to work on their own vehicles that they drive and be able to rebuild it from scratch.
In the long run, you can't learn every programming language there is and become proficient in it. Learn what is in your wheelhouse. Later you can begin to add more.
Not much different than expecting server admins to be fully cognizant of Linux vs Windows. They each have different paths and ultimately require dedication to each path. I've been involved in server administration for well over 2 decades.... but for internet use I do my best to avoid Windows. Linux is my wheelhouse and it is where I concentrate my learning at.