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Looking for a simpler MySQL library? Try MeekroDB
I remember fondly back in the day, when PHP 4.0 was all the rage, that if you wanted to interface with MySQL there was one choice: the PHP mysql extension. Then came database abstraction layers ( such as ADODB and PEAR_DB ) and newer extensions ( namely PDO and mysqli ), all with the goal of simplifying the code needing written to be able to get data successfully out of a database. But even then, it still could get a bit complex. Fortunately, someone saw this and wrote a library to make it even simpler.
First look at Orchestra.io
A closer look at Orchestra.io, one of the available PaaS options for PHP developers.
php|architect encourages you to join us in helping the victims of the tragedy in Japan
To encourage people to support the Red Cross’ efforts in helping the victims of the earthquake and sunami in Japan, php|architect has a gift for those who donate.
More powerful Validation from Respect
Dirty data: nobody likes it. It’s one of the biggest problems any web developer faces, where the input given by a user must validated before it can be accepted. Without this necessary step someone could wreck all sorts of havoc on your application, whether it’s just causes errors to appear or worst case opens security holes to allow malicious activity.
Image Processing with Imagine
Image processing in PHP is a necessary evil but is needed more often than not in just about every web application. With the various preferences in image processing libraries (think ImageMagick, GraphicsMagick and GD) it is difficult to find a library that provides a unified object oriented interface as well as implementing the general tasks in a simplistic fashion.
Creating RRD graphs in PHP
You may not be familiar with the term RRD graph, but if I show you one, you probably recognize them instantaneously. They are used to plot all kind of data against time in a very easy way which is why they are used a lot in all kind of applications. Even though many consider RRD as a library to create graphs, it is actually more than that: it’s a complete system to store aggregated data in a very efficient way.
Function Contest
Custom PHP functions can solve problems, save you time and now, they can even get you free stuff!
PHP in the Cloud – New Options for Application Hosting
Are you looking for an easier and more reliable way to host your PHP applications? Two exciting new options in the PHP hosting world promise to offer just that.
Oh now, did we sneak iPods and iPads in our new training promo?
Yes, you read it right! Our ever popular “iPod promo” is back—except this year, we’re throwing iPads and a brand new unlimited training option, into the mix.
2011 php|tek Webcast Series
Once again, we bring you the php|tek Webcast Series. For the past few conferences, we’ve put together a sampling of interesting sessions, hot projects, and sharp people from around the community to talk on topics that have piqued their interest.
