Luis Argerich Knihy

This book serves as a tutorial, resource, and reference for PHP programmers needing to process XML data or connect different systems using XML. It also aids non-PHP programmers in building web-based frontends with XML, covering foundational PHP programming. Advanced PHP users will find a comprehensive reference on intricate topics. Key content includes: fundamentals of PHP programming based on PHP4, basics of XML, an overview of various XML derivatives, and core XML standards such as SAX, DOM, XPath, and XSLT. It details installation procedures for XML-related PHP extensions on both Unix and Windows, as well as guidance on implementing web services using PHP and XML-RPC. The book explains how to interface with other systems using PHP as a client and how to store and retrieve XML data. It also covers widely used XML vocabularies like SVG, RSS, and WML. The authors bring extensive experience: Luis Argerich, a development and technology manager and university teacher, has a long-standing interest in PHP and XML for various projects. Ken Egervari, a 21-year entrepreneur and software architect, has developed a wide range of applications using multiple programming languages. Matt Anton, a computer consultant and freelance writer based in the Middle East, adds his expertise to the mix.