PHP OOP and MVC: Build a Database-Driven Web App

Moving from procedural PHP to structured, object-oriented code can feel overwhelming, but it is the key to building scalable web applications. This text-based course guides you through the core principles of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and the Model-View-Controller (MVC) architecture in PHP. By working through a practical project—a movie and series directory—you will learn how to organize your code, interact with databases securely, and separate your application logic from the user interface. What you'll learn: 1. Understand foundational OOP concepts in PHP including classes, objects, inheritance, and encapsulation. 2. Implement the MVC pattern to separate data, business logic, and presentation layers. 3. Connect to databases securely using PDO and execute safe CRUD operations. 4. Apply modern PHP practices such as strict type hinting and clean code organization. 5. Route user requests dynamically to the appropriate controllers and views. 6. Build a functional movie and series management application from scratch. You will start with fundamental OOP and MVC concepts before moving into database connectivity, routing, and building out the core application logic. Each section provides clear written explanations and structured code examples to help you master these essential development patterns. This course is designed for beginner PHP developers who want to transition from basic scripting to professional, structured application development. No prior experience with OOP or MVC is required. Start reading today to level up your PHP development skills and build cleaner web applications.