PHP, an open source server side scripting language, has become a very popular tool in the recent years. Through it one can create extremely dynamic web pages with content that is capable of interacting with relevant databases. This feature is a big advantage for all those who wish to develop web based software applications. The present job scenario is highly bent towards web enables services, e-commerce and programming where PHP is the root to step in. PHP is a boon for those who want to pursue their career as programmer.
a) It is open source programming language, runs on almost every server including windows, linux, solaris etc.
b) Low execution and maintenance cost
c) Hundreds of open source applications are available which reduce the development cost/time by 40-50%.
d) Easily compatible with many web 2.0 technologies like Ajax, flex.
e) Supports almost all the databases.