Build a Complete PHP REST API with MySQL, PDO, JWT Authentication, and Postman — Using Clean OOP and Autoloading
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- Web Development
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Objectives
- How to build a fully functional REST API from scratch using native OOP PHP (no frameworks).
- How to structure PHP projects with clean folders, namespaces, and autoloading using spl_autoload_register
- How to create and manage CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete) for any resource.
- How to implement secure authentication using JSON Web Tokens (JWT) and the Firebase PHP-JWT library.
- How to protect API routes and allow access only to logged-in users.
- How to implement logout functionality using a JWT blacklist system
- How to test APIs effectively using Postman
- How to handle and return JSON responses with proper HTTP status codes
- How to follow best practices for building scalable and secure PHP APIs
Pre Requisites
- Basic understanding of PHP syntax (variables, arrays, functions, etc.)
- Familiarity with Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts
- Basic knowledge of MySQL and database operations
FAQ
- Q. How long do I have access to the course materials?
- A. You can view and review the lecture materials indefinitely, like an on-demand channel.
- Q. Can I take my courses with me wherever I go?
- A. Definitely! If you have an internet connection, courses on Udemy are available on any device at any time. If you don't have an internet connection, some instructors also let their students download course lectures. That's up to the instructor though, so make sure you get on their good side!
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