PHP Scripting
PHP is one of the most popular server side scripting languages in the world, and is used for creating dynamic web pages, accessing databases, executing complex logic statements and much more. PHP version 5 is installed on all of our Linux servers and is available on all Linux hosting accounts.
Free PHP Scripts
Entire web applications written in PHP are available for free download from a number of sites. Some of these scripts require MySQL, others do not. By using one or more free scripts, you can quickly and easily build entire websites at minimal cost and with minimal effort. We recommend that you download and try several scripts to find ones that suit you.
You can find thousands of free scripts at HotScripts.com or by searching the sites we link to from our useful websites page.
PHP Errors
If your script generates an error, PHP will normally display a fairly useful error message that can help you locate the error in your code. If you are unable to cure the problem, refer to the PHP manual at PHP.net or to one of the other sites listed in the Open Directory section as listed in our useful websites page.
Note
Please note that it is your responsibility to create and install your scripts and to debug them. If you have difficulty with your scripting, we can recommend a web developer that can create your scripts for you.
MySQL Databases
MySQL is a powerful database system that can be used with PHP to create powerful, dynamic websites. MySQL is installed on all servers but is only available for those hosting accounts that include MySQL. phpMyAdmin is installed on all of our Linux web hosting accounts, allowing you to quickly and easily add, edit and remove databases.
Creating A New MySQL Database
- Login to the control panel and click Databases. Then click Add New Database Enter the database name and click OK
- Click Add New Database User. Enter the username and password for this database and click OK.
- To open phpMyAdmin, click DB Webadmin
Importing Databases
Database files can be imported via phpMyAdmin. Click the Query Window link at the bottom of the left column to see the query window with the Import option.
More Information
You can find more about PHP and MySQL together with a vast number of sample scripts on the websites listed in our useful websites page.
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