PHP Patterns and Refactoring Training Course

This instructor-led live training in Nigeria (offered online or onsite) is tailored for data scientists and software engineers who wish to utilize AdaBoost to build boosting algorithms for machine learning with Python.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up the required development environment to begin building machine learning models with AdaBoost.
• Comprehend the ensemble learning approach and learn how to implement adaptive boosting.
• Learn the process of building AdaBoost models to enhance machine learning algorithms in Python.
• Use hyperparameter tuning to improve the accuracy and performance of AdaBoost models.

Even seasoned developers do not automatically master every security service provided by their development platforms, nor are they always aware of the vulnerabilities pertinent to their specific projects. This course is designed for developers working with both Java and PHP, equipping them with the essential skills needed to make their applications resilient against modern internet-based attacks.

The course walks through the levels of Java security architecture by addressing access control, authentication, authorization, secure communication, and various cryptographic functions. It also introduces several APIs that can be utilized to secure PHP code, such as OpenSSL for cryptography and HTML Purifier for input validation. On the server side, best practices are provided for hardening and configuring the operating system, web container, file system, SQL server, and PHP itself, with a special focus on client-side security regarding JavaScript, Ajax, and HTML5 vulnerabilities.

General web vulnerabilities are discussed using examples aligned with the OWASP Top Ten, covering injection attacks, cross-site scripting (XSS), session handling attacks, insecure direct object references, file upload issues, and more. The course introduces common Java and PHP-specific language problems and issues arising from the runtime environment, categorized into standard vulnerability types such as missing or improper input validation, improper use of security features, incorrect error and exception handling, time- and state-related problems, code quality issues, and mobile code-related vulnerabilities.

Participants will have the opportunity to experiment with the discussed APIs, tools, and configuration effects firsthand. The introduction of vulnerabilities is supported by hands-on exercises that demonstrate the consequences of successful attacks, show how to rectify bugs and apply mitigation techniques, and introduce the use of various extensions and tools.

Participants attending this course will

• Understand the fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Learn about web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten and how to avoid them
• Gain knowledge of client-side vulnerabilities and secure coding practices
• Learn to utilize various security features within the Java development environment
• Develop a practical understanding of cryptography
• Learn to use various security features in PHP
• Understand the security concepts of web services
• Acquire practical knowledge in using security testing tools
• Learn about typical coding mistakes and how to prevent them
• Stay informed about recent vulnerabilities in Java and PHP frameworks and libraries
• Receive resources and further reading materials on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

This course equips PHP developers with the vital skills needed to harden applications against modern internet threats. We explore web vulnerabilities through practical PHP examples, extending beyond the OWASP Top Ten to address various injection attacks, script injections, session handling weaknesses, insecure direct object references, file upload issues, and more. PHP-related vulnerabilities are categorized into standard types such as missing or improper input validation, incorrect error and exception handling, misuse of security features, and time- and state-related problems. We also examine specific attack vectors like open_basedir circumvention, denial-of-service via magic floats, and hash table collision attacks. In each scenario, participants will master the key techniques and functions required to mitigate these risks.

A significant portion of the course focuses on client-side security, addressing issues related to JavaScript, Ajax, and HTML5. We introduce essential PHP extensions for cryptography, such as hash, mcrypt, and OpenSSL, as well as tools for input validation like Ctype, ext/filter, and HTML Purifier. Best practices for hardening PHP configurations (including php.ini settings), Apache, and the broader server environment are also covered. Additionally, the course provides an overview of various security testing tools and techniques available to developers and testers, including security scanners, penetration testing methodologies, exploit packs, sniffers, proxy servers, fuzzing tools, and static source code analyzers.

Both the introduction of vulnerabilities and the configuration practices are reinforced through hands-on exercises. These demonstrations illustrate the consequences of successful attacks, show how to apply mitigation techniques, and guide the use of various extensions and tools.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to

• Grasp the fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Identify and avoid web vulnerabilities beyond the OWASP Top Ten
• Understand client-side vulnerabilities and implement secure coding practices
• Develop a practical understanding of cryptography
• Utilize various security features inherent to PHP
• Recognize common coding errors and learn how to prevent them
• Stay informed about recent vulnerabilities in the PHP framework
• Gain practical experience in using security testing tools
• Access resources and further readings on secure coding practices

Target Audience

Developers

There are numerous established patterns readily accessible to everyone. Often, the task simply involves adapting the terminology and applying the pattern within a specific technology. This approach can save hundreds of hours that would otherwise be dedicated to design and testing phases. Training Objectives This course has two main objectives: first, it enables you to leverage widely recognized patterns; second, it empowers you to create and reuse patterns tailored to your organization. It assists you in estimating how patterns can reduce costs, systematize the design process, and generate a code framework based on your specific patterns. Audience Software designers, business analysts, project managers, programmers, developers, operational managers, and software division managers. Course Style The course centers on use cases and their relationship with specific patterns. Most examples are explained using UML and simple Java examples (the programming language may vary if the course is booked as a private session). It guides you through the origins of patterns and demonstrates how to catalog and describe patterns for reuse across your organization.

This instructor-led live training (online or on-site) targets intermediate-level Java developers who want to utilize design patterns to enhance software structure, maintainability, and scalability.

Upon completion, participants will be equipped to:

• Grasp the objectives and advantages of using design patterns.
• Effectively implement Creational, Structural, and Behavioral patterns within Java.
• Boost code reusability, scalability, and maintainability.
• Refactor current codebases using appropriate design patterns.

This instructor-led, live training in Nigeria (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level PHP developers who wish to apply design patterns effectively in their projects.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the purpose and benefits of design patterns.
• Identify and implement appropriate design patterns for common scenarios.
• Structure PHP applications using industry-recognized best practices.
• Integrate patterns into modern frameworks such as Symfony or Zend.

This training is tailored for JavaScript developers who are designing and implementing advanced Internet applications. The sessions focus on introducing best practices in JavaScript programming and highlighting frequent pitfalls. A key aspect of the course involves exploring object-oriented programming concepts within the JavaScript syntax.

This instructor-led, live training in Nigeria introduces the fundamentals of Laravel and walks participants through the creation of a Laravel-based web application.

This instructor-led, live training in Nigeria (online or onsite) is tailored for developers who want to learn and apply Livewire to build modern and dynamic application interfaces.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Develop and test Livewire components.
• Build applications using the Livewire library.
• Create dynamic components within PHP.

This instructor-led, live training in Nigeria (online or onsite) is tailored for web developers who wish to use Laravel and Vue.js for full-stack web development.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Develop web applications using Laravel and Vue.js.
• Integrate the Laravel backend API into Vue.js.
• Deploy a Laravel application.

This instructor-led, live training in Nigeria (online or on-site) is designed for developers who wish to utilize Lumen to build Laravel-based microservices and applications.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up the necessary development environment to start developing microservices with Lumen.
• Understand the benefits of implementing microservices using Lumen and PHP.
• Perform and implement the microservices functions and operations using the Lumen framework.
• Protect and control access to the microservices architectures by building security layers.

This instructor-led, live training in Nigeria (online or onsite) is aimed at developers who wish to use PHP 8 to develop, build, and test complex enterprise-level web applications such as e-commerce sites, CRM systems, WMS, etc.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up the necessary development environment to start developing web applications with PHP 8.
• Learn more about the new features in PHP 8 and how to implement them.
• Get a refresher of the PHP basics and some programming tips.
• Use the new functions in PHP 8 to improve the performance of web applications.
• Know the best practices on enhancing the security and stability of web applications with PHP 8.

With 60% market share, WordPress is the go-to Content Management System (CMS) for numerous high-profile websites worldwide. PHP, a server-side language, powers approximately 82% of the web.

In this instructor-led live training, available either onsite or remotely, individuals with little to no prior programming experience will learn to customise a WordPress website using PHP.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up the development tools required to start working with PHP quickly
• Understand and modify the various types of PHP files in WordPress
• Grasp PHP syntax, including conditional statements, loops, functions, and more
• Create their own plugin or theme within WordPress
• Debug, deploy, and troubleshoot a WordPress website

Audience

• Web designers
• Technically skilled content creators
• Business owners with technical expertise
• Developers with no prior PHP experience

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions
• Extensive exercises and practice
• Hands-on implementation in a live lab environment

Note

• To request customised training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
• To learn more about WordPress, please visit: https://wordpress.org/

This instructor-led live training, available online or onsite, is aimed at web developers who wish to build middleware and web services in Laravel.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Use Laravel’s PHP Artisan to generate code and components.
• Build RESTful APIs in Laravel that can browse, read, edit, add, and delete.
• Filter and sort results based on URL parameters using RESTful APIs.