PHP and MySQL For Dummies

Static web pages just don't cut it for e-commerce websites anymore. To be on the cutting edge, websites need to serve up HTML, CSS, and products specific to the needs of different customers using different browsers. An effective e-commerce website gathers information about the user and provides information the user needs in order to get the desired result. The most effective way to serve up web pages dynamically is by using the PHP scripting language with a MySQL back-end database serving up products, information, and even CSS tags. PHP & MySQL For Dummies is the easiest way to get started creating dynamic, database-delivered websites. Check out the improved ease-of-use and security features of the new edition: Easy setup: The new fourth edition provides the simplest way available to set up, install, and get going with PHP & MySQL using XAMPP installation. Forget about the pain and hassles of getting started with PHP & MySQL of the past. Improved security: The book provides new and updated material about choosing a web host and securing files on the host, a topic that is too often overlooked, along with new coverage of writing secure code throughout. Easy administration: Wave goodbye to the MySQL command line with new coverage of the PHPMyAdmin administration console. Clear, accurate code examples: The code examples are useful, understandable, and accurate. If you feel like other books on the topic are aimed at professional programmers, you're probably right. Trust For Dummies not to leave you behind and to get you up to speed fast!Series features: PHP & MySQL For Dummies, 4 th Edition is written with the Dummies style and quality that readers turn to time and again. The modular format and thoughtful organization allows readers to skip around rather than read straight through, and expert tips and tricks are highlighted throughout to help readers sidestep common pitfalls.