Install PHP on Linux and Try It – Quick Start for Beginners!
Ready to dive into PHP development on Linux? In this video, we’ll show you how to install PHP on your Linux system (tested on Ubuntu/Debian) using the terminal, then create and test a simple PHP script. Whether you're new to PHP or just testing its functionality, this guide will get you started in no time!
You can find the file used in this video here:
https://gitlab.com/hatem-badawi/linux...
Learn:
✅ Step-by-Step Guide :
Check PHP Details (Optional) :
Run: apt show php to see available versions and info.
Install PHP :
Update package lists:
sudo apt update
Install PHP:
sudo apt install php
Create a Test Script (test.php) :
Open your favorite text editor (e.g., Nano):
nano test.php
Add the following code:
〈?php
function echohello(){
echo "Hello, World!" . PHP_EOL;
echo (4 + 23) . PHP_EOL;
}
echohello();
?〉
Note: change "〈 "and "〉 " with the real angular brackets because youtube dosen't allow angular bracktes in video description.
Save and Test the Script :
Save the file and exit the editor.
Run the script in the terminal:
php test.php
Output:
Hello, World!
27
✅ Why Use PHP?
Server-Side Scripting : Ideal for web development.
Cross-Platform : Works on Linux, Windows, macOS.
Powerful Features : From basic scripts to complex applications.
✅ Pro Tips :
Use 〈?php and ?〉 tags to enclose all PHP code.
Experiment with functions, variables, and operators to expand your knowledge.
Combine PHP with tools like Apache or Nginx for web server testing.
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