Dominate API Development: Build RESTful APIs with PHP & MySQL

What you will learn:

Create secure REST APIs using PHP
Master object-oriented programming (OOP) in PHP
Implement the Model-View-Controller (MVC) design pattern
Connect your API to a MySQL database
Perform CRUD operations (create, read, update, delete) on database data
Utilize advanced PHP functions and techniques for API development
Secure your API using authentication and authorization methods
Debug and troubleshoot API issues
Build scalable and maintainable RESTful APIs

Description

Embark on a comprehensive journey to master RESTful API development using the dynamic duo of PHP and MySQL. This course is designed to equip you with the skills you need to create robust and scalable APIs that power modern web applications.

Dive into the world of APIs and understand their fundamental principles, including REST architecture, HTTP methods, and status codes. You'll learn how to effectively structure your PHP code using Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles and leverage the power of the MVC design pattern for optimal organization and maintainability.

This course goes beyond the basics, covering crucial aspects like authentication and authorization, error handling, and database interactions with MySQL. By the end, you'll be confident in building secure and reliable APIs that can seamlessly integrate with any front-end application.

This course is your gateway to unlocking the full potential of API development, empowering you to connect your applications and create a seamless user experience.

Curriculum

API Fundamentals & Foundations

Kickstart your API journey by grasping the core concepts of RESTful API design. This section introduces you to the world of APIs, exploring their purpose and key characteristics. You'll delve into HTTP methods, understand the role of status codes in communication, and learn about different authorization schemes for securing your APIs. You'll also be introduced to Thunder Client, a powerful tool for testing and interacting with your API endpoints.

Crafting Your API with PHP and MySQL

Get your hands dirty by building your first RESTful API from scratch. This section guides you through the process of setting up a robust API project structure using PHP. Learn how to model your data effectively with PHP classes and design your API controllers for handling requests. You'll discover how to connect your API to a MySQL database, perform CRUD operations (create, read, update, delete), and seamlessly integrate with Thunder Client for testing and debugging your code.