Learning PHP. where should i be, what do i do?
So long story short, im a web guy (front end) and im learning the basics of php now, trying to expand the skill set. the problem i always have with learning is that, if i cant visualize how to apply (real world scenario) what im doing, it wont stick. For example, if someone asked a similar question about html basics, id say "well now that you have the basics down, try building your first website"

since im going through the basics now with php and mysql...how far should i go b4 i can say " hmm im a novice now"???

what SHOULD I be ABLE to do once i really learn the basics?

im just a bit lost in the mix.
Thanks in advance


 
Learning PHP. where should i be, what do i do?
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So long story short, im a web guy (front end) and im learning the basics of php now, trying to expand the skill set. the problem i always have with learning is that, if i cant visualize how to apply (real world scenario) what im doing, it wont stick. For example, if someone asked a similar question about html basics, id say "well now that you have the basics down, try building your first website"

since im going through the basics now with php and mysql...how far should i go b4 i can say " hmm im a novice now"???

what SHOULD I be ABLE to do once i really learn the basics?

im just a bit lost in the mix.
Thanks in advance


 