php!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!? ok i have MS front page 2003 and i found really easy and good than dreamweaver 8 . but i can work with PHP by ms front page 2003 ?????? can i ??

How to get a PHP file to be included across files in different directories? Currently I have created some php based webpages and uploaded them to my web hosting server.It has a PHP 5.1.6 installed.With this I am able to include files only that are in the same directory(they work well using require() fn).If not an error message displaying some "no such file" in directory appears in the page.I would like to use them to be included in different direcetories.What should I do?

What is the php regular expression to get everything before a certain character? For instance, I have the following string: table:column I need to get "table" as the result of the php regular expression. So, I need everything before the ":" symbol After that regular expression is performed, I would also like to get everything after the ":" symbol, or "column" as well.

What is the systematic way to program in php? Plz any php guru tell me what is the systematic way to write program in php.I mean that suppose any client requirement comes to me i write program in php(core php),then another requirement comes to me on some other day i write program again. But solution and coding style for each requirement always differ. Suggest me a reusable and systematic way

How can move php echo script or display to an specific location in the browser page? For example... I do the mysql connect php mysql connect scripts before the display scripts (using macromedia dreamweaver) how can I move to an specific location to fit on the fields on the background form.

Where can I work as a php programming freelancer online? I am quite experienced php programmer and I want to earn money for this. Where can I consult people who are starting with php (for example on skype) for money?

How do I show the difference between two dates and times in php? How do I show the difference between two timestamps (which both show the date and time) in php? I have a formula that shows the difference between 2 timestamps, but the format that it shows the difference in is in days/ hours/ minutes/ seconds. I only want one unit to appear. For instance: If it has been less than a minute between those two dates, I want to return the number of seconds between those dates. If it's been less than an hour between the dates, return the number of mintues between the dates. If less than a day, return the number of hours. I had more, but if I get those or at least a few of those, I can figure out the rest. Thanks. I am still accepting solutions. Answer 1 is not acceptable. Please don't post links unless it is a link to an actual solution.

Can PHP and MY SQL Used to Develop Payroll System or Other MIS System? We are planning to develop Payroll & HR module. As PHP and MySQL is free we decided to go with PHP & MYSQL. Can it be used for such systems.

How do i build and preview php website using Microsoft Expression web? I have built a been building this php website and when I try to preview it using IE, Mozilla Firefox and safari it can't show up. Please help.

The fastest way to find out whether a given PHP application uses any framework? I have got the entire code of a PHP application, I have setup the database as well. I can run the application and see. How to quickly find out whether it uses any PHP framework or not?

With php or javascript, how would I set the links so that only the text within a div changes? But the rest of the page stays the same? I recently purchased a php book that taught me to build apps for forms, and a nice picture gallery, but the one thing I wanted to do for my families website, is not in the book. I need to be able to click links in the and have the text/pics change in .

What is the easiest way to practise using PHP and mySQL? I want to start using PHP and mySQL to help me with my work. Does anyone know if and how I can set up somewhere locally on my computer or something where i can test my pages and database as if it were live on a web server?

What is the average time to become a PHP Developer? Recently I came to know about the huge opportunities in PHP programming. I have already started taking its tutorial and am looking for 3 months ahead to get into freelance assignments with the same. Is it a reasonable time to be in? I had training in C++ and Java earlier. I am looking for form validation in particular. Are there any opportunities other than this?

What does a noobie need to do to learn php scripting? What does a noobie need to do to learn php scripting? Any advice will be appreciated. Thanks people.

What is the customs tax of good from US to PHP? Bringing a polygraph machine for business use from the US (worth $5K) to the PHP. Is this tax exempted? If not, what will customs charge?

What are the minimum packages required to be installed to run PHP on PCLinux? I need to just get started with PHP and there are a lot of packages to be installed in package manager. I do not want to install everything but just what is required.

How easy is it for someone to download a php file from a website? My php page has all the important database information, so I don't want people looking at it. How easy is it for someone to view this information? Also I'v set the PHP file, so that you can't access it directly using the URL, you can only see it when it is linked to by a form using the POST method.

What are some good books to learn PHP scripting? Thoes For Dummies books just dont cut it thoes are the most horrible books I have ever read. I understand the stuff I already learned from them but the rest is a fail, I didnt learn crap from that book. What are some good books for beginners to learn PHP Scripting? I am heavy into web design and I dont like useing programs like dreamweaver, I do everything by notepad.

How can i have my server run a php script automatically every some minutes? I have a php page on my server that does some databes tasks. I need that page to be run every 5 or 10 minutes, how can i get the server to do it?

How can I make a Flash guestbook without using php or mysql? I have tried lots of tutorials but I NEVER can get it to work. So, How can I make a Flash guestbook without using php or mysql?

How do I get my own error message on php? I have a php script. There is a variable which gets bigger and bigger until I get an error. This error happens when I do something like $variable = $variable.$othervariable. I would like to know the values of $variable and $othervariable exactly in the moment I get the error. Is there a way to do this?

How do i install a php website to my existing web server? I have signed up for a web server that supports php. Can anyone give me a guide how to setup my web server for me to start using phpwebsite as an editor? I have tried surfing around the net to find a guide to help me but so far i am unable to find one that really expains it. I really am a newbie in php.

How to create a small Social Network or Dating site using PHP? I already know basics of PHP, but I think the best way to learn more is to create a website. I would like to create a Social Network or Dating site using PHP, and I would like to know if there is a good book(s) or website(s) that can help me. If you know any, please let me know.

How do you test a php file on windows when it requires a MySQL database to read from? Specifically, I want to be able to view and run a website that is programmed in PHP (on windows) before I upload it to my site. But of course you know that you can't view php pages that are reading from a MySQL database by just viewing it from a local folder on your computer like you do html pages... How would I go about doing this on my computer while offline?

How do you remove noise in a jpeg picture in php? I need to extract an object from a jpeg using php, and I think the only way to do it is to group all pixel with the same colors. But those extra pixels (which I think are noise), I can't extract the picture correctly. I'm not sure of what function to use.. Please help! Thanks in advance.

How do I configure MySql to work with the Apache 2 server and php on my computer? I have all three installed and they run separate of eachother. Apache and php are working great, I just can't get MySql to come to the party.

Is there a php code to create a password protected directory on your website? Can I use mkdir or any other php function to add a password to a directory?

How do you put php includes into a wordpress site? I created php includes references for the left and right columns of my website. Should I bother placing the references on each of my pages (27), or would that be wasting my time because when I change to wordpress none of the references will be used. I ask this becuase elsewhere I hear all you have to do with wordpress is copy and paste, copy and paste. You really can't copy and paste PHP functions. Thanks

How can I make a message system in PHP with the ability to send to multiple users? Title says it all, I'm trying to make a message system coded in PHP, I currently have the system working for a single user to receive a message but I would like a user selection box to select multiple users, and send messages to them. And by message system I really just mean the box that'll pull up the users database and use a multiple selection box to select users in the said database.

What are the advantages of php over other server side scipting languages? Are there better server side languages than php, and which is easiest to learn?

How do you install PHP and MySQL without additional software? How do you install PHP and MySQL onto a computer without using things like WAMP? I am really desperate. I would REALLY appreciate you if you'd tell me how to do it step by step. Thanks. I'm not trying to install LAMP. I'm trying to install PHP, Apache, phpmyadmin and MySQL individually without using software bundle.

How do I find the sizeof of PHP multidimensional arrays? Hi, I know how to use the PHP sizeof function to find out the size of a one-dimensional array, such as sizeof($array), but this only gives me the size of the first dimension of a multidimensional array. Say it's a two-dimensional array: how can I find out the size of the second dimension? Thanks!

Does anyone know some free websites to post an ad for PHP programmers? I need to find a PHP programmer to help with the development of my new website and am struggling to find any free websites out there where I can post my ad. Does anyone know where I can go for this?

How do I get a php script to run on a MySQL servor? I have a mysql server up and running on my local machine, but I can't seem to get a simple php script to execute on it. I thought I had php installed correctly. Is there some special folder I have to save the script in to make it work. I have it in my bin folder right now. Is there an easy way to know whether I have php installed correctly or not?

is there a way to implement a chat using php in an https website? i am planning to create a chat program by using php script. I want my website to be secure so i installed openssl. is chat under an https website possible?

How to code a simple php dynamic dropdown form feild from mysql? I been struggling with this all morning. I am tiring to create a dynamic form field that uses data from a myself database but cannot seem to get it to work. Anyone know how to code a simple php code for a single dropdown field form that pulls data from a table field on a mysql database.

How long does it take to master PHP? I am a professional web developer and use JSP mostly. I am interviewing for jobs requiring PHP. I want to know what topics in PHP I should focus on. How long would it take to master advanced concepts in PHP? Should I be referring to any online tutorials/examples? Again, I am looking to learn advanced programming in PHP. I am well familiar with basics through masters level courses at University. Please advise.

How do I allow single quotes in a php script? I'm using php scripting to send text data to a MySql database. Everything is working great but I am unable to use single quote's in the text boxes. What statement needs to be made in my script? I think I have to do something like this: $string_escaped = addslashes(“string”); How do I add this to my script?

How can i edit a php template in dreamweaver? It shows up with the little php script box and no images? I can't see the page, nor the colors, or anything just the script and a blank design view. How do you edit php in dreamweaver? I donwloaded a script/template and can't edit the colors nothing. :( help a noob please

How can I maintain the scroll position of my PHP page after form submit? Can someone please give me the simplest syntax. As much as possible i only want to use PHP/Javascript languages only.

How do I run a PHP script on a FreeBSD server automatically at startup? I need to run a PHP script automatically on my FreeBSD server when it starts up, but without having to log in to the server shell. I'm not sure how to do this, but I know I have root access.

How do i make it possible to upload images to my website with no clue about MYSql or PHP? I really want to make a site like Deviantart, although the register can probably come later. I have no idea about Mysql or PHP.

Where may i start to learn how to use the amazon API using PHP? I'm looking for entry level tutorials on how to implement Amazon Webservices using php. I've looked the Amazon web services official site and it looks extremely puzzling to me. There are too many informations crammed without a logic. Recommended readings welcome.

How to get php to be run locally on web browser? I am writing pages for my site in php. I want to test them without uploading them. What is the best program to use? I need something that is simple to set up and is as small as possible (an addon for Firefox would be ideal). I don't really want to set up apache or anything like that on my computer. Thanks Colin

How can I create a video uploader for my website using php or html? How can I make a video uploader for my website so other people can upload videos to my site? Is it possible in php and html?

How can I restrict access times from same IP using PHP? Hi, I'm planning to create a simple notepad webpage using PHP. I'd like to set access limit to 3 times, so that everybody cannot modify notepad abusively. Of course it's very easy to set the limit on web server like Apache, but my point is that whether I can only set the limit for modifying notepad. Thanks.

What is the best book or resource to learn beginning php ? I am looking for a great resource to learn php for a novice. Can anyone suggest a great book or web resource?

How do I use PHP to take the current date and display one day in advance? So for instance today is March 02, 2008. I want the php each day to calculate the date and add one day and display it. So it would then say March 03, 2008.

How to use php code stored in mysql database? I know how pull data from the database but I have stored within the a mysql field some text data. Within that that text I have put in some php variables. The problem is that when the browser renders the data that pulled from my sql, the variable stays as $user for example rather than changing to what I needed to. Is there any way to have the server process the php code stored within the mysql database?

what is a practical way to beautify tables when you are writing php websites? For example, is there any advice for writing tables using php code, like attributes, or properties .... thanks in advance.

How to find Geographical location for a particular IP address using PHP script? Hi all, I want to know how to find geographical location for a particular IP address using PHP script. I want to place adds in my developing site according to geographical location. Some body help me out.

How much is a Nokia 5320 XpressMusic and a Nokia 5310 XpressMusic in PHP( Philippine Currency)? How much is a Nokia 5320 XpressMusic and a Nokia 5310 XpressMusic in PHP( Philippine Currency)? Oh and which is better?

How long does it take to become a good PHP Developer? I was thinking becoming a System Administrator but all the learning seems to be high so I was wondering if learming msql/php developer will get me a job faster instead? How long is the learning curve for that? I am 46 with some PC experience. Thx. PS: Should I learn mysql/php under linux or Windows?

How do I delete records entered in a "Textarea" from Mysql using php? I have an HTML and php script, but it is only for single line Text, therefore only one record. How do I change the script to used data from a <textarea> and delete multiple records?

What would you recommend I exchange for php programming service? I am incorporating an business that will have a lot to do with backend stuff like php/mysql. I have enough experience to make the page look pretty and enough to do basic forms, but I need someone with additional php knowledge for more advanced applications. If I am just beginning this venture, what would you recommend I exchange for a person to be my "head webmaster" of sorts? A % of profit, stock....? Keep in mind that I am low on capital.

How could I test a project developed in php? I develop a website in php, html. I would like to test it.How can I test the project? If some one ask my project, How can I protect my source code?

Can someone help me with uploading files using php? I am a beginner, I have some knowledge of html and understand that php is better with uploading files (which I can't do with html either), but I can't really get anything out of the tutorials on the web. I really need someone to tell me elementary style how to get started with step by step process. I would really appreciate your knowledge.

How do I add offline payment to a php script. It only allows paypal for now and I want to add cheaque? I am running a php script and you can choose free and paid where you pay by paypal. I want to add an option for cheaque where the visitor will be directed to a page with instruction on where to send the cheaque i.e our address and phone numbers. How do I do this. Where can i find instructions on doing this?

Why is the dollar falling so much against the Philippine Peso PHP? I've noticed the USD is dropping dramatically against the PHP why is that?My family in the Philippines say the prices for goods have remained the same.

How can I put a single php header in all html pages? I have many html pages in a website. I want to put a single php header in all html pages. How is it possible please step by step.

What about the future of PHP? Is it good for a Fresher to start his career as a PHP Programmer? Is it good for a Fresher to start his career as a PHP Programmer?

How do I set an array as a cookie in PHP? My entire class is currently trying to find how to make an array into a cookie for a shopping cart web page, so if any PHP junkies know how to do this with a few scripts, that would be great! Thanks, guys!

How can I limit the number of characters in a PHP variable? How can I have a variable contain the value of, lets say, the first 500 characters. Im using PHP session variables. If there isn't a way (which I doubt), is there another way to limit the amount of characters in an amount of text displayed?

What are the simplest php scripts for sending and retrieving data to and from a mysql database? I am setting up a web accessable database for a small library special collection and I need php script examples for sending and retieving data.