Operating Environment Course

This course sets the context for Writing Secure Code in PHP.

36 minutes

Course description

This course takes a close look at the operating environment that your code runs in. This includes the version of PHP being used, third-party libraries and browser security such as HTTPS.

Syllabus

HTTPS and Browser Security

Video - 00:08:00
Exploring the importance of browser security.
Third-party Libraries

Video - 00:11:00
An overview of safe implementation of third party libraries.
PHP Versions

Video - 00:13:00
A look at common as well as modern PHP versions, including important differences.
Introduction to PHP

Video - 00:04:00
Introduction to the Writing Secure PHP path and an overview of courses.

Meet the author

David Myers

David Myers is a senior full-stack software engineer specializing in the development of complex web applications, with over 18 years of experience developing for the web. He primarily works within the LAMP stack of technologies but often utilizes whatever technology is needed. This includes Nginx, Python and Redis when discussing back-end technologies and ES6, Typescript, jQuery and Angular for front-end technologies. He has a broad range of experience working with clients and companies across many different industries.
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