Setting Up Your Development Environment

To work with PHP, you'll need to set up a local server environment. One popular way to do this is by using XAMPP, which includes Apache (web server), MySQL (database), and PHP. Here’s how to proceed:

1.Download XAMPP:

• Visit the XAMPP website and download the installer for your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux).

2.Install XAMPP:

• Follow the installation instructions provided on the website for your specific operating system. Once installed, start the Apache server.

3.Verify Installation:

• Open your web browser and go to http://localhost. If XAMPP is installed correctly, you should see the XAMPP dashboard.