Web Application Development with PHP & Laravel Framework

Module 1 – Introduction to Laravel:

• Understand the fundamentals of the Laravel framework.
• Explore key features and advantages over other PHP frameworks.

Module 2 – Environment Setup and Project Structure:

• Learn how to set up a development environment for Laravel.
• Navigate through the Laravel project structure and understand the role of key files.

Module 3 – Database Management with Eloquent:

• Master the use of Eloquent ORM for efficient database interactions.
• Create models and define relationships to establish a robust database layer.

Module 4 – Database Migration and Seeding:

• Understand the importance of database migrations in Laravel.
• Learn how to seed databases with sample data for testing and development.

Module 5 – Blade Templating and Views:

• Dive into Laravel’s Blade templating engine for efficient view management.
• Implement layouts, partials, and control structures in Blade.

Module 6 – Form Handling and Validation:

• Explore form creation and submission in Laravel.
• Implement validation rules to ensure data integrity.

Module 7 – Working with Tinker:

• Get hands-on experience with Laravel Tinker for interactive debugging and testing.
• Learn how to use Tinker to interact with your Laravel application.

Module 8 – Authentication:

• Learn to implement user authentication using Laravel’s default scaffolding.
• Customize authentication views, routes, and controllers to fit specific project requirements.

Module 9 – Working with Email

• Configure and test email using Mailable, Mailtrap.io and views
• Explore Laravel’s built-in functionality for sending plain text and HTML emails.

Module 10 – Middleware and Requests:

• Understand the role of middleware in request processing.
• Create custom middleware and handle HTTP requests and responses.

Module 11 – RESTful API Development:

• Gain insights into API development in Laravel.
• Create API routes, controllers, and consume APIs within Laravel.

Module 12 – Deployment Options:

• Explore various deployment options for hosting Laravel applications.
• Configure a production environment and deploy a Laravel application.

Target Audience

• PHP programmers looking to advance their skills with MVC framework development
• IT professionals looking to develop web development skills
• Website and WordPress designers looking to learn programming skills and build web applications

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of programming concepts
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Previous experience with any programming language is beneficial but not required
• Bring your own laptop