Publishing in tandem with the long-awaited release of PHP 6, this book reveals the inside scoop for pushing the limits of how to maximize the full feature set of PHP 6. You’ll learn how to use PHP 6 in the larger scheme of enterprise-class software development and practical examples and behind-the-scenes information will improve your skills for designing and building better large-scale, high-performance platforms using PHP 6.

From the Back Cover

Each new version of PHP proves to be easily accessible and requires only a small learning curve. In no time at all, you can put together a simple yet dynamic Web site. This book goes beyond just showing you how to create a quick and uncomplicated site; it helps you deliver better quality software in a shorter amount of time using PHP6.

To put your working knowledge of PHP to use, the authors dive right in with the recent launch of version 6, while highlighting the differences between PHP6 and earlier versions. You'll begin with the fundamentals of professional development and a review of basic object oriented programming (OOP) concepts, before moving on to more advanced development techniques. You'll eventually put all that you've learned into practice and build an application from the ground up using a model-view controller (MVC) framework. Ultimately, you'll discover how to unleash the power of PHP6 and push it to its limits.

What you will learn from this book

* How to use the tools that are available with PHP6, such as namespaces, collections, iterators, and more
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The roles of databases in enterprise applications development
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How to approach common software development challenges by using various PHP6 techniques
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The importance of quality assurance (QA) and testing, and how to approach it on projects of varying scales
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How to construct high traffic or high availability using PHP6 sites that resemble sites like Flickr® and Facebook
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How to use PHP-driven content management systems and content management frameworks

Who this book is for

This book is for PHP developers who are interested in expanding and leveraging their development skills by taking advantage of the features of the sixth major release. A solid understanding of the basics of PHP application development is essential.