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PHP remains one of the most popular server-side programming languages in 2024. In this article, we will explore why PHP is still relevant and how to get started with it.
PHP powers over 75% of websites on the internet, including WordPress, Facebook, and Wikipedia. Its ease of learning and robust ecosystem make it an excellent choice for beginners.
To begin your PHP journey, you need to set up a local development environment. XAMPP is a popular choice that includes Apache, MySQL, and PHP.
PHP is far from dead. With PHP 8.x bringing modern features, there has never been a better time to learn PHP.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026
Great article! PHP was my first programming language and I still use it today.
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Tue, 14 Apr 2026
Same here! PHP is great for rapid development.
Benjamin Lee
Tue, 14 Apr 2026
Thanks for sharing! Just enrolled in the PHP course.
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