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Introduction to PHP for absolute beginners

Abdulkareem Mustopha on May 31, 2019

Disclaimer: This article is meant for beginners in this field, written by a dummy in Php, don't expect extensive explanation! What is PHP...
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The blog above discussed the benefits of using PHP entirely, but there are also some drawbacks to consider. Inconsistent standard library: Although PHP's standard library is extensive, it can be inconsistent in terms of function naming conventions and parameter ordering. This inconsistency can make it difficult for developers to remember and work with different features. Weak typing: PHP is a loosely typed language. That is, variables are not strictly type-coerced. While this flexibility is convenient, it can also introduce potential bugs and errors that are difficult to detect during development. performance: Historically, PHP has had a reputation for being less powerful than other programming languages. However, improvements and optimizations in recent versions have closed the performance gap significantly. However, other languages ​​may be better suited for powerful and computationally intensive tasks. Missing built-in support for asynchronous programming: PHP traditionally follows a synchronous programming model. This means that it can be difficult to run tasks concurrently. PHP has libraries and frameworks available for asynchronous programming, but this is not a native feature of the language itself. Limited multithreading support: PHP does not natively support multithreading, which can limit its ability to efficiently handle concurrent requests. This can be a disadvantage in scenarios that require high concurrency. Security concerns: PHP's reputation for security vulnerabilities has been attributed to several factors, including the widespread use of older versions of PHP, improper input validation, and insecure coding practices. However, PHP itself has improved security, and using the latest version of PHP and following security best practices can mitigate these risks. Lack of strict coding standards: Unlike other languages, PHP does not enforce strict coding standards by default. This lack of enforcement can lead to inconsistencies between projects and developers, as well as different code styles.