Jacob Chidi Eugene (2025)

02/05/2023

When life's hurdles loom before you, And pain becomes your constant friend, Take a deep breath and steady yourself, For your endurance will never bend.

The road may be long and rocky, With many trials to overcome, But with each step, you grow stronger, And your courage will never come undone.

So hold on tight to hope and faith, And keep your eyes fixed on the prize, For the pain you feel today will fade, And the sun will once again rise.

Endure with patience and with grace, And know that you are not alone, For with each passing day, you'll find The strength to carry on.

24/04/2023

Let's go guys😁

Here's a simpler breakdown of include and require statements in PHP:

In PHP, include and require statements are used to include code from another file into your current script. This can be useful for organizing your code into smaller, more manageable files or for reusing common code across multiple scripts.

The include statement includes the specified file and allows the script to continue running even if the file cannot be found or loaded. If the file cannot be found or loaded, a warning will be issued, but the script will continue to execute.

include "file.php";

The require statement is similar to include, but if the specified file cannot be found or loaded, it will result in a fatal error and stop the script from executing.

require "file.php";

It is important to note that if you are including a file that contains functions or variables that are used in your script, you should use require instead of include to prevent errors.

You can also use the include_once and require_once statements to include a file only once, even if it is called multiple times in your script.

include_once "file.php";
require_once "file.php";

I hope this helps you understand include and require statements in PHP better.

Thanks for learning PHP with me....

Let's move on😁

24/04/2023

Here's a simpler breakdown of arrays in PHP:

An array is a variable that can store multiple values. Each value in an array is assigned a unique key or index, which is used to access the value. You can think of an array as a list of items, where each item is identified by a number or a string.

To create an array in PHP, you use the array() function, or a shorthand notation using square brackets []. For example:

$fruits = array("apple", "banana", "orange");

Or

$fruits = ["apple", "banana", "orange"];

This creates an array called $fruits that contains three values: "apple", "banana", and "orange".

To access a value in an array, you use its index. In PHP, arrays are zero-indexed, which means the first element has an index of 0, the second element has an index of 1, and so on. For example:

echo $fruits[0]; // outputs "apple"

echo $fruits[1]; // outputs "banana"

echo $fruits[2]; // outputs "orange"

You can also use loops to iterate through an array and perform an action on each element. For example:

foreach($fruits as $fruit) {

echo $fruit . " ";

}

This will output "apple banana orange", since it loops through each element in the $fruits array and outputs it with a space.

You can also add or remove values from an array using functions like array_push(), array_pop(), array_shift(), and array_unshift(). For example:

array_push($fruits, "grape"); // adds "grape" to the end of the array

array_pop($fruits); // removes the last element ("grape") from the array

array_unshift($fruits, "pear"); // adds "pear" to the beginning of the array

array_shift($fruits); // removes the first element ("pear") from the array

I hope this breakdown helps you understand arrays in PHP better.

24/04/2023

Let's talk more about function in PHP😁

In PHP, a function is a block of code that performs a specific task. Functions are used to organize code, make it reusable, and reduce redundancy. You can think of a function as a machine that takes in inputs, performs a specific action, and returns an output.

To create a function in PHP, you need to follow these steps:

Declare the function using the function keyword, followed by the name of the function and a pair of parentheses. The name should start with a letter or underscore, and can be followed by letters, numbers, and underscores. For example:

function myFunction() {

// code goes here

}

Write the code inside the curly braces that will be executed when the function is called. This is the "body" of the function. For example:

function myFunction() {

echo "Hello Africa!";

}

Call the function by using its name followed by a pair of parentheses. For example:

myFunction();

When you call a function, you're telling PHP to execute the code inside the function. In the example above, calling myFunction() will output the message "Hello Africa!".

Functions can also take parameters as input, which allows you to customize their behavior.

Here's an example:

function addNumbers($num1, $num2) {

$sum = $num1 + $num2;
echo "The sum is $sum.";

}

function addNumbers($num1, $num2) {

$sum = $num1 + $num2;
echo "The sum is $sum.";

}

In this example, we're defining a function called addNumbers that takes two parameters, $num1 and $num2. The function calculates the sum of the two numbers and outputs the result using an echo statement.

To call the addNumbers function and pass in two numbers as parameters, you would use the following code:

addNumbers(2, 3);

This would output the message "The sum is 5.", since the function would calculate the sum of 2 and 3.

I hope this explanation helps you understand the basics of PHP functions.

And that's how function works in PHP guys 😁.

24/04/2023

Wanna explain conditional Statements in PHP and how they work 😁....

PHP, conditional statements allow you to execute different blocks of code depending on whether a certain condition is true or false. Conditional statements are an important part of programming because they allow you to make decisions based on different scenarios.

The most common type of conditional statement in PHP is the if statement. Here's an example:

if ($temperature > 30) {

echo "It's a hot day!";

}

In this example, we're using an if statement to check whether the variable $temperature is greater than 30. If it is, we execute the block of code inside the curly braces, which outputs the message "It's a hot day!".

The if statement works by evaluating the condition in parentheses. If the condition is true, the block of code inside the curly braces is executed. If the condition is false, the block of code is skipped.

You can also add an else statement to execute a different block of code if the condition is false. Here's an example:

if ($temperature > 30) {

echo "It's a hot day!";

} else {
echo "It's not a hot day.";

}
In this example, we're using an if statement to check whether the variable $temperature is greater than 30. If it is, we execute the block of code inside the first curly braces, which outputs the message "It's a hot day!". If the condition is false, we execute the block of code inside the second curly braces, which outputs the message "It's not a hot day.".

You can also use the elseif keyword to check multiple conditions. Here's an example:

if ($temperature > 30) {

echo "It's a hot day!";

} elseif ($temperature > 20) {

echo "It's a nice day!";

} else {
echo "It's a cold day.";

}

In this example, we're using an if statement to check whether the variable $temperature is greater than 30. If it is, we execute the block of code inside the first curly braces, which outputs the message "It's a hot day!". If the first condition is false and so on..😁

24/04/2023

Let's have a complete breakdown on declaring Variables in PHP...😁

In PHP, declaring a variable means creating a named storage location in memory to hold a value. You can think of a variable as a box with a label on it, where you can store a value and refer to it by the label.

To declare a variable in PHP, you use the $ symbol followed by a valid variable name. A variable name can consist of letters, numbers, and underscores ( _ ), but cannot start with a number.

Here are some examples of valid variable names:

$name

$count

$my_variable

$age_2

Once you've declared a variable, you can assign a value to it using the assignment operator = For example:

$name = "John";

$count = 10;

$my_variable = true;

$age_2 = 30.5;

In this example, we've declared four variables with different types of values: a string ($name), an integer ($count), a boolean ($my_variable), and a floating-point number ($age_2).

It's a good practice to initialize a variable when you declare it, by assigning an initial value to it. If you don't initialize a variable, it will have a default value depending on its data type.

You can also change the value of a variable at any time by assigning a new value to it:

$name = "John";

echo $name; // Outputs "John"

$name = "Jane";

echo $name; // Outputs "Jane"

You must always Note that PHP is a dynamically typed language, which means that you don't need to specify the data type of a variable when you declare it. PHP will automatically determine the data type based on the value you assign to it.

However, you can explicitly specify the data type of a variable using a data type declaration.

For example, to declare a variable $count as an integer, you can write:

$count = (int) 10;

This tells PHP to treat the value 10 as an integer and assign it to the variable $count. Similarly, you can declare a variable as a boolean using the (bool) or (boolean) type casting keywords, or as a floating-point number using the (float) or (double) keywords.

Tnx

24/04/2023

I'll explain using more examples to clarify the meaning of $i and $i++.

In PHP, the variable $i is commonly used as a loop counter variable. It's a convention to use $i, $j, and $k as loop counters in nested loops. $i is just a variable name, and you can use any valid variable name you like.

When you write $i++ in PHP, it means to increment the value of $i by 1. This is a shorthand way of writing $i = $i + 1.

Here's an example of a for loop that prints the numbers 1 to 10:

for ($i = 1; $i

24/04/2023

I want to explain Loops in a more simpler terms. Hope am allowed?

In programming, loops are used to execute a set of instructions repeatedly, until a certain condition is met. There are several types of loops in PHP, but the most common ones are for loops, while loops, and foreach loops.

1. A for loop is used to execute a block of code a specified number of times.

Here is an Example Guys:

for ($i = 0; $i < 10; $i++) {

echo $i . "";
}

This loop will execute the block of code inside the curly braces 10 times, incrementing the value of $i by 1 each time.

2. A while loop is used to execute a block of code as long as a certain condition is true🤣.

Here is an example guys:😁

$i = 0;

while ($i < 10) {

echo $i . "";

$i++;
}

This loop will execute the block of code inside the curly braces as long as the value of $i is less than 10, incrementing the value of $i by 1 each time.

3. A foreach loop is used to iterate over the elements of an array.

Here is an example:

$fruits = array("apple", "banana", "orange");

foreach ($fruits as $fruit) {

echo $fruit . "";

}

This loop will execute the block of code inside the curly braces for each element in the $fruits array, assigning the value of each element to the $fruit variable.

I hope this helps clarify the concept of loops in PHP for you. Let me know if you're not clear in the comment section.

I will explain the meaning of $i and $i++ in a more simpler terms in my next write up soon

Thanks!

24/04/2023

Here are some examples of PHP syntax:

1. Declaring Variables:

$name = "John"; // Declaring a string variable

$age = 30; // Declaring an integer variable

$price = 10.99; // Declaring a float variable

2. Conditional Statements:

if ($age >= 18) {

echo "You are an adult!";

} else {

echo "You are not yet an adult!";
}

3. Loops:

for ($i = 0; $i < 5; $i++) {
echo "The value of i is: " . $i . "";
}

while ($i < 10) {
echo "The value of i is: " . $i . "";
$i++;
}

4. Functions:

function addNumbers($num1, $num2) {
$sum = $num1 + $num2;
return $sum;
}

$result = addNumbers(5, 10);
echo "The sum is: " . $result;

5. Arrays:

$fruits = array("apple", "banana", "orange");
echo "I like " . $fruits[0] . " and " . $fruits[1] . ".";

$student = array(
"name" => "John",
"age" => 20,
"gender" => "Male"
);
echo $student["name"] . " is a " . $student["gender"] . ".";

6. Include and Require Statements:

include "header.php"; // Includes the contents of header.php
require "footer.php"; // Requires the contents of footer.php

These are just a few examples of PHP syntax. As you continue to learn PHP, you'll discover many more language features and syntax rules that you can use to create powerful web applications.

I will be glad to explain all of the above in a more simpler terms...stay tuned guys!

Thanks!

24/04/2023

Hey guys!

Today am going to be walking you through PHP and it's basics.

PHP is a server-side scripting language that is used to develop dynamic web applications.

Here are some of the basic syntax rules of PHP:

PHP code is enclosed within tags. Is the close tag.

Statements end with a semicolon ;.

PHP variables begin with a $ sign, followed by the variable name.

PHP is a loosely typed language, so variables don't need to be declared before use.

PHP functions are called by their name, followed by parentheses ().

PHP comments begin with // for a single-line comment, and /* */ for multi-line comments.

Strings are enclosed in single or double quotes, and variables can be inserted inside them using the concatenation operator ..

Control structures such as if, else, for, while, and switch are used for flow control.

PHP arrays are denoted by square brackets [ ], and key-value pairs can be assigned using the => operator.

PHP includes and requires files using the include and require statements, respectively.

These are just some of the basic syntax rules of PHP. There are many more language features and syntax rules that you can learn as you become more proficient in the language.

Stay tuned for more cleared examples of the above.

Am Jacob Chidi Eugene a programmer and a technical writer.

Thanks for learning with me and please do well to share, you may not know; someone might need this.

Thank you!

16/04/2023

Few of life lessons

Be true to yourself: It's important to be authentic and true to your values, beliefs, and personality. Don't try to be someone you're not, or you'll only end up feeling unfulfilled.

Cherish relationships: Our relationships with others are one of the most important aspects of life. Cultivate strong, supportive relationships with family, friends, and loved ones.

Learn from failures: Failures and setbacks are inevitable in life, but they also provide valuable opportunities for learning and growth. Don't let them hold you back; use them to learn and improve.

Embrace change: Change is a natural part of life, and it's important to embrace it rather than resist it. Change can bring new opportunities, experiences, and perspectives.

Practice gratitude: Focusing on what you have rather than what you don't have can help you cultivate a sense of gratitude and contentment.

Be kind: Small acts of kindness can have a big impact on others, and they also make us feel good about ourselves.

Pursue your passions: Pursuing the things that you love and are passionate about can bring a sense of purpose and fulfillment to your life.

Take care of yourself: Taking care of your physical, mental, and emotional health is crucial for a happy and fulfilling life.

Learn from others: Learning from others' experiences and perspectives can help broaden your own understanding of the world.

Live in the present: Focusing on the present moment rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future can help you live a more mindful and fulfilling life.

Please after reading share!
Thank you.

15/04/2023

Alex never gave up....here is part two.

He attended networking events and met with other developers to learn from their experiences.

Months went by, and Alex continued to apply for jobs. He faced rejection after rejection, but he refused to give up. Finally, one day, he received an email from a company he had applied to months ago. They had been impressed with his skills and wanted to offer him a job as a frontend developer.

Alex was overjoyed and accepted the offer immediately. He had finally landed his dream job and was excited to start working with a team of experienced developers. From that day on, Alex worked hard to hone his skills and become the best frontend developer he could be. He learned that success was not just about talent, but also about persistence and determination.

You will get your job appointment soon just like Alex.... Don't give up!

Jacob Chidi Eugene

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