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PHP

Posted by Jonthue Michel
Jonthue Michel
1,462 Points

Is it almost necessary for php developers to know front end web development in this digital age?

Will learning front end web development help one become a better candidate for the work force as a php developer?

4 Answers

Abe Layee
Abe Layee
8,378 Points

I will say is necessary to have some frontend development knowledge as a backend developer. Most jobs these days required you to have some html5,css3,JavaScript, and Jqurey knowledge. Besides, when working with PHP, you're probably going to be using JavaScript to make Ajax request or form validation.

Jonthue Michel
Jonthue Michel
1,462 Points

Thanks!!!

Abe Layee
Abe Layee
8,378 Points
Abe Layee
Abe Layee
8,378 Points

You're welcome

Jonthue Michel
Jonthue Michel
1,462 Points

Do you think the php course is enough to make one a senior developer?

Abe Layee
Abe Layee
8,378 Points
Abe Layee
Abe Layee
8,378 Points

It will teach you the basics but I suggest you read more books and build more project. Building project is one of the best way to learn web development. Just keep practicing and ask for help whenever you need it.

Jonthue Michel
Jonthue Michel
1,462 Points

What books would you recommend?

Abe Layee
Abe Layee
8,378 Points
Abe Layee
Abe Layee
8,378 Points

I think " The PHP Anthology" is pretty much useful to me. It gives you tips,trick, and more. "PHP & MYQSL the missing manual " another good book or "PHP and MySQL Web Development (4th Edition)" by Luke Willing. Also just google the best php books for beginners.