Synopsis
"This book, written by my colleague, Andi Gutmans, and two very prominent PHP developers, Stig Bakken and Derick Rethans, holds the key to unlocking the riches of PHP 5. It thoroughly covers all of the features of this new version, and is a must have for all PHP developers interested in exploring PHP 5 s advanced features" --Zeev Suraski, Co-Designer of PHP 5 and Co-Creator of the Zend Engine Expert PHP 5 programming techniques, direct from PHP 5 co-creator and key developers Definitive coverage of the PHP object model, design patterns, XML/SOAP integration, and more Solid introduction and expert insights into performance tuning, PEAR, extensions, and database access The definitive introduction to PHP 5 s advanced features! The definitive introduction for today s most powerful PHP 5 techniquesIn this book, PHP 5 s co-creator and two leading PHP developers show you how to make the most of PHP 5 s industrial-strength enhancements in any project--no matter how large or complex.