Advanced Php Practice Exam
Advanced Php Practice Exam
About Advanced Php Exam
The Advanced PHP Exam is designed for developers aiming to enhance their expertise in building scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications using PHP. This exam evaluates your knowledge in areas like OOP, database integration, frameworks, APIs, testing, and advanced architectural patterns—helping you become a proficient backend developer.
Who Should Take the Exam
This exam is ideal for:
- PHP developers aiming to advance their backend development skills
- Web developers preparing for full-stack roles
- Programmers looking to specialize in server-side scripting
- Freelancers and consultants working on custom PHP applications
- Students or professionals preparing for technical interviews or certifications
Skills Required
- Basic to intermediate PHP syntax and scripting
- Understanding of databases and SQL
- Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript for integration
- Basic understanding of object-oriented programming
- Experience using any PHP-based CMS or framework is a plus
Knowledge Gained
- Expertise in writing object-oriented, reusable PHP code
- Understanding of MVC architecture and PHP frameworks
- Knowledge of working with APIs, sessions, cookies, and authentication
- Skills to secure, test, and optimize PHP applications
- Practical knowledge in integrating PHP with databases and external services
Course Outline
The Advanced Php Exam covers the following topics -
Domain 1 – Advanced PHP Syntax and Programming Concepts
- Namespaces and traits
- Type declarations and error handling
- Anonymous functions and closures
Domain 2 – Object-Oriented PHP
- Classes, inheritance, and interfaces
- Abstract classes and polymorphism
- Magic methods and encapsulation
Domain 3 – Working with Databases
- PDO and MySQLi integration
- SQL injection prevention and prepared statements
- Using ORM tools (Doctrine, Eloquent)
Domain 4 – PHP Frameworks and MVC Architecture
- Understanding MVC design pattern
- Laravel basics and routing
- Symfony and CodeIgniter overview
Domain 5 – Security and Authentication
- Data sanitization and validation
- Handling sessions, cookies, and CSRF protection
- Implementing user authentication and password hashing
Domain 6 – APIs and Web Services
- Building and consuming REST APIs
- Working with JSON and XML in PHP
- Integration with third-party APIs
Domain 7 – Testing and Debugging
- PHPUnit for unit testing
- Using Xdebug for debugging
- Error reporting and handling exceptions
