{"product_id":"php-programming-in-the-ai-doug-bierer-9781835889923","title":"PHP Programming in the AI Era: Build faster PHP applications using GenAI, modern PHP features, and production-ready workflows","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccelerate PHP performance with AI by generating, refining, and optimizing code using modern patterns, async workflows, and secure design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Use Generative AI to write, optimize, and debug PHP 8 code in real-world scenarios\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Build high-performance applications using JIT, OPcache, Fibers, and async programming\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Implement robust encryption, CAPTCHA, session protection, and test-driven development with AI assistance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Description: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePHP offers several powerful features, but many developers struggle to apply them effectively in real-world applications while maintaining performance, security, and code quality. This book addresses that challenge by combining modern PHP practices with generative AI to help you build faster and more reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will work through hands-on recipes that show how to design, generate, and refine PHP 8 applications using AI alongside proven engineering techniques. From writing clean object-oriented code and designing scalable architectures to automating repetitive tasks, you will learn how to use AI as a development aid without losing control over quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs you progress, you will optimize applications using OPcache, JIT, and async programming, while applying secure coding practices and modern design patterns. The book also explores real-world use cases, including REST APIs, microservices, WebSocket applications, and database-driven systems, helping you translate concepts into production-ready solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will also learn how to modernize legacy PHP codebases, validate AI-generated code, and integrate testing workflows to improve reliability and maintainability. Additionally, you will understand how to enhance PHP websites by making API calls to GenAI platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy the end of this book, you will be able to combine PHP and generative AI effectively to build secure, high-performance applications ready for real-world deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Will Learn: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Use GenAI prompts to generate, refactor, and optimize PHP classes and functions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- ​Create high-performance apps using JIT, OPcache, and async programming\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Build secure web apps with session protection, encryption, CAPTCHA, and token-based forms\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Work with databases using AI-generated queries and caching strategies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- ​Design scalable systems with OOP, design patterns, and microservices\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Develop REST APIs, WebSockets, and real-time applications using AI assistance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- ​Apply test-driven development with AI-generated acceptance criteria and automated tests\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this book is for: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e​This book is for PHP developers who already understand the basics of PHP, including variables, functions, and object-oriented programming, and have worked with earlier versions of PHP. It's aimed at developers who want to use generative AI tools to improve their day-to-day development workflow and build applications faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReaders will learn through practical, real-world examples as they explore modern PHP features. The book is ideal for developers who want to leverage AI-powered coding tools while still maintaining control over the quality, security, and reliability of the code.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Building a Foundation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Using PHP 8 High Performance Features\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Working with PHP Functional Programming\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Working with PHP Object-Oriented Programming\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Interacting with a Database\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Building Scalable Forms\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Making AI-Assisted Web Services and WebSockets Requests\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Working with Date\/Time and International Aspects\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Implementing Test-Driven Development in a Feature\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Looking at Advanced Algorithms\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Implementing Software Design Patterns\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Improving Web Security\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Doug Bierer,Rainier Sarabia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1835889921\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781835889923\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Packt Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/24\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 478\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.79lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.96d","brand":"Doug Bierer","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49002240540927,"sku":"9781835889923","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/php-programming-in-the-ai-doug-bierer-9781835889923","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}