Learn CODEIGNITER with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Learning Path
Learn PHP and MVC architecture
Understand CodeIgniter routing and controllers
Work with models, views, and database interactions
Implement security and validation features
Build full applications and RESTful APIs
Skill Improvement Plan
Week 1: Basic controllers, views, and routing
Week 2: Database models and CRUD operations
Week 3: Form validation, sessions, and security
Week 4: RESTful API development and authentication
Week 5: Testing, caching, and performance optimization
Interview Questions
What is CodeIgniter and why is it used?
Explain MVC architecture in CodeIgniter
How does routing work in CodeIgniter?
What are helpers and libraries in CodeIgniter?
How do you secure a CodeIgniter application?
Cheat Sheet
$this->load->model('Model_name');
$this->load->helper('url');
$this->load->library('session');
$this->db->get('table_name');
$this->load->view('view_name', $data);
Books
CodeIgniter 4 for Beginners
Mastering CodeIgniter 4
PHP Frameworks: CodeIgniter in Practice
Building Web Applications with CodeIgniter
REST API Development with CodeIgniter
Tutorials
Getting Started with CodeIgniter 4
Building CRUD Applications in CodeIgniter
Creating REST APIs with CodeIgniter
Form Validation and Security Best Practices
Deploying CodeIgniter Applications
Official Docs
CodeIgniter 4 User Guide
CodeIgniter 4 API Reference
CodeIgniter Forum Documentation
CI4 Migration Guide
Community Links
CodeIgniter Forums
StackOverflow CodeIgniter tag
GitHub CodeIgniter repository
Discord and Slack communities
YouTube tutorials and blogs
Community Support
Official CodeIgniter forums
StackOverflow CodeIgniter tag
GitHub CodeIgniter repositories
CodeIgniter Discord and Slack communities
Tutorial blogs and YouTube channels