David Powers first takes you through the new version of Dreamweaver, and
how PHP and MySQL fit into it, then looks in-depth at setting up your
work environment - installing PHP, MySQL, and the Apache web server,
making sure they are all working together, and setting up a new web site
via Dreamweaver. He then goes to work, using several tutorials and real
world examples including topics such as PHP essentials (knowing what PHP
code looks like, ) working with forms, designing and implementing
effective MySQL databases, debugging and troubleshooting, creating
dynamic navigation, login, and search functionality
Examples built throughout the book include a content management system,
and an online image gallery. All examples are designed to meet modern
usability requirements and be web standards compliant. No previous
experience of PHP or MySQL is necessary to use this book.