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  • Adobe Flash Player 7 or higher
  • PHP 5 or higher
  • MySQL 5 or higher
  • MySQL GUI Tools or higher

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Database Starter Kit for PHP

Learn how to set up a MySQL database for PHP so you can start
developing dynamic websites.

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An interactive MySQL tutorial to help you build database-driven sites

The Database Starter Kit for PHP was developed to help Dreamweaver user’s cross over from static website design to database-driven website development with PHP and MySQL. While many of our Dreamweaver extensions, such as DataAssist, significantly aid in the development of a dynamic website, there is no substitute for a solid foundation in working with databases. Take advantage of our PHP and MySQL tutorial and start building dynamic websites today!

Interactive MySQL Tutorial

The Database Starter Kit for PHP is a 12 part self-paced interactive tutorial that will guide you through all aspects of setting up and working with a MySQL database for PHP.

Sample Databases

The Database Starter Kit for PHP includes three complete MySQL databases for you to work with: one for selling physical goods, one for digital goods, and another for event registration.

MySQL Database Training

Whether you are completely new to database creation or simply looking for a review, the Database Starter Kit for PHP and MySQL will teach you all you need to know about databases.

Database Tour

Take a tour of the included sample MySQL databases with a guided explanation that demonstrates the composition of the database tables and how to further explore on your own.

Features

  • Two hours of self-paced interactive training
  • Database basics covered
    1. Data field definition
    2. Basic tables
    3. Related tables
  • Training that shows you how to:
    1. Create your own database
    2. Relate tables with foreign keys
    3. Create one-to-many applications
    4. Declare a Data Source Name (DSN)
    5. Connect to database in Dreamweaver
    6. Create simple recordsets
    7. Create advanced recordsets
    8. Add data to the page
    9. Testing databases locally
    10. Publish database online
  • Includes 3 databases in MySQL format
  • Details how to use MySQL graphical user interface (GUI) tools
  • Physical goods database
    1. Groups table
    2. Visitors table
    3. Countries table (prepopulated)
    4. States / Provinces table (prepopulated)
    5. Orders table
    6. Order details table
    7. Items table
    8. Item Categories table
  • Digital goods database
    1. Groups table
    2. Visitors table
    3. Countries table (prepopulated)
    4. States / Provinces table (prepopulated)
    5. Orders table
    6. Order details table
    7. Downloaded details field
    8. Items table
    9. Items downloaded field
    10. Item Categories table
  • Event registration database
    1. Events table
    2. Presentations table
    3. Tracks table
    4. Registrants table
    5. Locations table
    6. Rooms table
    7. Status table
  • Sample site included
    1. Starting point for working through tutorials
    2. Completed site for comparison
  • Supports Dreamweaver CS4, Dreamweaver CS3, and Dreamweaver 8

Why WebAssist Training?

Windows and Mac OS Compatible

  • This Starter Kit is compatible with both Windows and Mac OS.

Interactive Training

  • WebAssist delivers training as interactive video tutorials that will help you learn both quickly and effectively.

Downloadable

  • WebAssist training is provided as a downloadable good so you can learn in your office, at home, or on the go.

Unlimited Views

  • With your purchase of WebAssist training there is no limit to the number of times you can view the training.

Do I need to own Dreamweaver to use Database Starter Kit for PHP?

Yes. You will need Dreamweaver 8, CS3, CS4 or CS5 to run Database Starter Kit for PHP.

Can Database Starter Kit for PHP be used without any coding knowledge?

Yes. Database Starter Kit for PHP can be used without any prior coding knowledge or database experience.

Is the Database Starter Kit for PHP a piece of software?

No. The Database Starter Kit for PHP is a 12 part self-paced interactive tutorial that will guide you through all aspects of building database-driven websites.

Will the Database Starter Kit for PHP create a database for me?

No. The Database Starter Kit for PHP is intended to teach you how to create and work with databases. It is a training piece that cannot create a database for you.

What other products might I want to consider?

After working with the Database Starter Kit for PHP you will likely find DataAssist, SecurityAssist, eCart and other WebAssist products helpful. As such many customers find the WebAssist Extension Library, which contains all our Dreamweaver extensions, tremendously helpful in the overall development process.