PHP Programming is being extensively used by top companies like Facebook, WordPress, Wikipedia, etc, which has built a pathway for many other companies to write their code using this programming language. This has in turn increased the job market’s requirement for PHP Programmers.

To be a good programmer, you need to understand the capabilities of the programming language. These are the features provided by the Program’s Developer to its users to write their code. For a PHP programmer understanding how to use, write & manage PHP Functions is one such requirement to provide superior PHP programs to their clients.

The Developer provides built-in PHP Functions, knowledge of which is essential for PHP Programmers, but the programmer is also required to have the capability to write his own set of Functions which he will need to provide additional functionality to his program.

If you have to write your own, please note that PHP Function uses lengthy codes even for simple operations. A good practice to have a well-structured code is to use arrow function syntax. It is also a common practice to add a comment explaining the function of the additional block of code that you have added.

Giving your PHP Function a relevant name and including an underscore between words used in the name provides the reader an easier interpretation of what the code is expected to do. Furthermore, avoid using Functions inside loops as this hampers the performance of your program.

As a PHP programmer, the more you code, the more you discover the capabilities of “PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor”. Hence it is important to keep exploring different parts of a programming language to get the best possible outcome. Eiliana helps PHP Programmers with freelancing opportunities by connecting them to businesses that require their assistance on a case-to-case basis.