Introduction to
Backend
Development
Welcome to the world of backend development! This
presentation will introduce you to the core technologies used in
building dynamic websites and applications. We'll explore PHP,
MySQL, and XAMPP to understand how they work together to
create robust web solutions.
What is PHP?
1 2
Server-Side Scripting Language Open Source & Free
PHP is a powerful scripting language PHP is open-source and freely available,
used to create dynamic web pages. making it accessible for developers of
all levels.
3 Widely Used 4 Database Integration
PHP powers millions of websites and PHP excels in interacting with databases
applications, including popular like MySQL, enabling data-driven
platforms like WordPress. websites.
What is MySQL?
Relational Database Structured Query Language (SQL)
Management System MySQL uses SQL to interact with data,
MySQL is a popular database management allowing for efficient retrieval,
system used to store and manage data for manipulation, and organization.
web applications.
Open Source & Free High Performance & Scalability
MySQL is open-source and available for MySQL is designed for high performance
free, making it a cost-effective choice for and can handle large amounts of data,
various projects. making it suitable for complex
applications.
What is XAMPP?
Cross-Platform Components Easy Installation &
Server Configuration
XAMPP includes Apache
Environment
XAMPP is a free and open- web server, MySQL XAMPP is designed for ease
source package that database, PHP interpreter, of use, making it simple to
provides a local server and other essential set up and configure on
environment for developing components. various operating systems.
and testing web
applications.
Setting up XAMPP
1 Download XAMPP
Download the XAMPP installer for your operating system from the official website.
2 Run the Installer
Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install XAMPP on your
computer.
3 Start Apache & MySQL
After installation, launch the XAMPP control panel and start the Apache web server
and MySQL database.
4 Access phpMyAdmin
Once MySQL is running, you can access phpMyAdmin through your web browser to
manage your database.
Connecting PHP to MySQL
Establish a Connection
Use PHP functions like mysqli_connect() to establish a connection to your MySQL
database.
Execute SQL Queries
Use mysqli_query() to execute SQL queries against the database, retrieving or
modifying data.
Fetch Results
Use functions like mysqli_fetch_assoc() or mysqli_fetch_array() to retrieve results
from your queries.
Close the Connection
After finishing your database operations, close the connection using mysqli_close()
to release resources.
Building a CRUD Application
link for the project: https://github.com/blackarc26/CRUD-application
Conclusion and Next Steps
Explore Learn Focus on SecurityBuild APIs
Frameworks Advanced Prioritize security Learn how to create
Explore popular PHP
SQL
Master advanced practices like input APIs to connect your
frameworks like SQL concepts for validation and data backend with other
Laravel or Symfony complex queries and sanitization to applications or
to simplify backend database protect your services.
development. management. applications.
