Introduction
PHP is a server-side scripting language that allows developers to create dynamically generated web page that interacts with databases. Moreover PHP is basically used for developing web based software applications. PHP is an Open Source product and you have access to the source code. You can use it, alter it, and redistribute it all without charge.
The main reason for using a server-side scripting language is to be able to provide dynamic content to a site's visitors. This is an important application because content that changes according to a users needs or over time will keep visitors coming back to a site. Therefore PHP allows us to do this easily.
This tutorial will teach you how to create interactive web sites. Next manual is aimed at readers who already know at least the basics of HTML and if you are beginning programmer, you should still find this tutorial useful.