Learn PHP with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 17, 2025
Practical Examples
Build a simple blog with PHP + MySQL
Create a REST API using Laravel
Develop a CMS plugin for WordPress
Build an e-commerce store with Laravel
Troubleshooting
Fix undefined variable errors
Handle CORS issues in APIs
Resolve Composer autoloading errors
Debug white-screen errors using logs
Testing Guide
Unit tests with PHPUnit
Laravel Pest testing
Feature tests via HTTP clients
Mocking objects and services
Deployment Options
Shared hosting or cPanel
VPS with LAMP or LEMP
Docker containers
Cloud services (AWS, DigitalOcean)
Tools Ecosystem
Composer
Laravel framework
Symfony components
PHPUnit
PHPStan/Psalm for static analysis
Integrations
MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB
Redis caching integration
Nginx/Apache
Frontend frameworks via APIs
Productivity Tips
Use Laravel artisan commands
Use IDE helpers
Automate tests with PHPUnit/Pest
Use Blade components
Challenges
Build your own MVC mini-framework
Create a full Laravel e-commerce API
Design a WordPress plugin
Build a high-performance Redis-backed service