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PHP API Development for Beginners: Build Backends

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API Development with PHP: Build Powerful Backends

Unlock the power of backend development and create robust APIs with PHP! This beginner-friendly, 3-week course will guide you through the essentials of API development, empowering you to build backend services that power modern web and mobile applications.

No prior API experience needed! We’ll break down complex concepts into manageable steps, making API development accessible to everyone.

What You’ll Learn (in 3 Weeks):

  • API Fundamentals: Understanding what APIs are and how they work.
  • RESTful API Design: Learning best practices for creating RESTful APIs.
  • PHP for API Development: Using PHP to build backend API endpoints.
  • Working with JSON: Formatting and exchanging data in JSON format.
  • HTTP Methods & Status Codes: Understanding GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, and HTTP status codes.
  • Routing & Request Handling: Processing incoming requests and directing them to the correct endpoints.
  • Data Validation & Security: Protecting your API from common vulnerabilities.
  • Basic Authentication: Securing your API with basic authentication methods.
  • Basic Error Handling: Implementing robust error handling for your API.
  • Testing API Endpoints: Ensuring your API functions correctly.

Why Learn API Development with PHP?

  • High Demand: APIs are essential for modern web and mobile applications.   
  • Versatility: Build backend services for any platform.
  • PHP’s Power: Leverage PHP’s capabilities for backend development.   
  • Career Advancement: Expand your skillset and open up new opportunities.

What to Expect (in 3 Weeks):

  • 9 Live 1-Hour Classes: Interactive sessions with practical demonstrations.
  • Practical Exercises & Examples: Hands-on learning to solidify your skills.
  • Step-by-Step Guidance: Clear and concise explanations of API concepts.
  • Focus on Real-World Scenarios: Building practical API endpoints.

Course Schedule (3 Weeks, 3 Classes Per Week, 1 Hour Each):

  • Week 1: API Basics & PHP Setup: Introduction to APIs, RESTful concepts, and PHP setup for API development.
  • Week 2: Building API Endpoints & Data Handling: Working with JSON, HTTP methods, and data validation.
  • Week 3: Security, Error Handling, & Testing: Authentication, error handling, and basic API testing.

This course is perfect for:

  • PHP developers who want to learn API development.
  • Beginners who want to build backend services.
  • Anyone interested in creating modern web and mobile applications.

Build powerful backend APIs with PHP! Enrol now and start creating the future of web applications.

Class 1: Introduction to APIs & RESTful Concepts

What is an API and how does it work?
Understanding the client-server architecture.
Introduction to RESTful API design principles.
Understanding resources, endpoints, and HTTP methods.
Class 2: PHP Setup for API Development

Setting up a PHP development environment for API development.
Working with Composer for dependency management.
Basic routing concepts in PHP (without frameworks).
Introduction to request and response handling.
Class 3: Working with JSON Data

Understanding JSON data format.
Encoding PHP arrays to JSON (json_encode()).
Decoding JSON data to PHP arrays (json_decode()).
Setting appropriate HTTP headers for JSON responses.
Class 4: HTTP Methods & Request Handling

In-depth look at HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE).
Handling different request methods in PHP.
Accessing request data (query parameters, POST data, etc.).
Returning different HTTP status codes.
Class 5: Data Validation & Sanitization

Importance of data validation in API development.
Validating input data using PHP.
Sanitizing input data to prevent security vulnerabilities.
Returning appropriate error messages for invalid data.
Class 6: Building API Endpoints with CRUD Operations

mplementing CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations in API endpoints.
Connecting to a simple data source (e.g., a file or array).
Returning data in JSON format.
Class 7: Basic API Authentication

Understanding the need for API authentication.
Implementing basic authentication methods (e.g., API keys).
Protecting API endpoints with authentication.
Class 8: Error Handling & Logging

Implementing robust error handling for API endpoints.
Returning informative error messages in JSON format.
Logging API requests and errors.
Class 9: Basic API Testing

Introduction to API testing.
Using tools like Postman or curl to test API endpoints.
Testing different request methods and data inputs.
Verifying API responses and status codes.

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