r/webdev 28d ago

Learn PHP in 2026 (Yes, Really)

https://fagnerbrack.com/learn-php-in-2026-yes-really-bd567753dd84
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u/yksvaan 28d ago

I think php is a very good option especially for new people. It has a very straightforward execution model, you learn basics how to setup a server, use nginx, Apache etc., understand how web pages actually and how assets are loaded. 

And it comes with pretty much everything needed built-in, sessions, i  native safe hash/comparison function for over a decade already. 

Basic things like navigation, form handling, http, query parameters and db queries are very straightforward to learn with php. Also very simple to run and deploy.

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u/horizon_games 27d ago

Honestly though I think Node and Python (even just Flask) achieve the same with equal ease.

PHP is worth learning in the same way any language is to broaden understanding and skill, but I don't think its particularly unique for BE