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PHP PHP Basics (Retired) PHP Datatypes Strings

Michael Collins
Michael Collins
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Posted by Michael Collins
Michael Collins
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Built-in Functions

Hi Hampton:

I am reviewing your PHP videos, which are great btw, and in the Strings & Booleans video you mentioned the built-in isset() function.

Where can I go to learn about the most commonly used built-in functions in PHP?

Thanks in advance!

2 Answers

thomascawthorn
thomascawthorn
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thomascawthorn
thomascawthorn
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Hmm, I found the most commonly used functions via tutorials and then looking at other peoples code, but also through problem solving. For instance if you're working with DOB's and need to know work out how old someone is, you'll be learning around php's date functions and pick up more hints and tips. You can also browse the php docs on the off chance you'll find something useful :)

Michael Collins
Michael Collins
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Michael Collins
Michael Collins
8,925 Points

Thanks Tom.

After doing the PHP basics course I went on to the PHP Functions course and the last section provided additional info. That section references the docs quite a bit but focuses on String and Arrays.

The link is below for anyone else who is interested:

https://teamtreehouse.com/library/php-functions-2/php-internal-functions/php-functions-next-steps

Thanks again Tom!