Expert Php 5 Tools Dirk Merkel by Dirk Merkel 9781847198389, 1847198384 instant download after payment.

One of the primary reasons PHP ranks among the most popular programming languages in the world is that relatively speaking it's a pretty easy language to learn. So easy in fact, that knowing just a few of its thousands of functions can be enough to build a pretty cool dynamic web page. However, one's level of programming language proficiency is only part of what's required to become a truly capable and knowledgeable web developer. Coding standards, source control, debugging, testing, documentation, and deployment will all play a major role in your ability to efficiently and securely create a powerful web site, and lacking knowledge in any of these important areas will surely create a void in your skill set. Expert PHP 5 Tools is the first book I've encountered which covers all of these topics from a truly pragmatic angle. And I've been doing this for a long time, mind you, having developed PHP-driven websites for 13 years, and having written six books on the topic myself along the way. Author Dirk Merkel's grasp of the software development process is clear throughout the entire course of this book, apparent not only in terms of his clear and concise prose but also in terms of the logical presentation of topics. At $44.99 the price tag on this book is comparatively steep, however I guarantee you will uncover enough gems to pay yourself back tenfold in terms of time and tears saved. Highly recommended. Jason