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As a collection of senior web developers, we've decided we wanted a way to give back to the community. We strive to do this by taking a different approach. Instead of contributing to a limited number of open-source projects, we've found a way to help all. So whether you're starting out or are an experienced programmer, this is the place for you!

We cover common questions and challenges that PHP developers face every day. Focusing on key areas such as PHP dates, loops, arrays, and enums. Our guides span from basic concepts to more advanced techniques and best practices. We also go beyond the basics with topics like Laravel, securing PHP applications, and more.

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How do I use PHP to get the current year?

Find out how to correctly get the current year in PHP.

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The quickest and easiest way to get the full URL path in PHP.

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Who uses PHP as part of their server stack?

Many large companies use PHP as part of their server stack to power their websites. A popular choice for many web projects, it demonstrates its capabilities and versatility. PHP is a great choice for powering either small or large-scale web applications.

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