Career Path

PHP Developer (Fullstack)

Beginner 1–3 months to job-ready 11 courses $75,000 - $160,000

What is a PHP developer?

A PHP developer builds the server-side logic behind websites and web apps — handling data, accounts, payments, and business rules. PHP still powers a huge share of the web, from WordPress to custom Laravel applications, so demand for developers who know it well is deep and durable.

Day to day you'll write PHP (most often with the Laravel framework), model and query data in MySQL, build and consume REST APIs, and structure applications with clean, maintainable code. It's a real backend engineering skill with a clear path from junior to senior.

This path takes you from the fundamentals to a job-ready portfolio — built for beginners, no degree required.

Want the complete breakdown? Read How to Become a PHP Developer.

Why companies hire PHP developers

PHP runs a massive share of the web, and Laravel has made it a modern, in-demand backend stack. There's a deep, steady market for developers who can build and maintain these applications. These are the tools teams hire for.

LaravelMySQLComposerGitSymfonyREST APIs

Salary range

LevelTypical pay
Junior$65,000
Mid$95,000
Senior$130,000+

Typical U.S. ranges that vary by location, company, and experience — not a guarantee.

Skills you'll build

  • PHP
  • OOP
  • MySQL
  • Laravel
  • REST APIs
  • Git
  • MVC patterns

Your roadmap

  1. HTML & CSS
  2. PHP fundamentals
  3. OOP
  4. MySQL
  5. Laravel
  6. REST APIs
  7. First job

PHP developers we've helped get hired

Course curriculum

11 carefully curated courses to guide your learning journey.

COURSE 01

Text Editors

Learn how to use Visual Studio Code and Atom like a professional developer. Save time, write cleaner code, and unlock the full pot...

Beginner 10 lessons
COURSE 02

HTML Basics

Learn HTML Basics through interactive coding lessons. Build real projects and master essential skills.

Beginner
COURSE 03

Learn HTML and CSS by Building a Cool Social Network

Master the fundamentals of web development by building a fully functional social media layout—just like Facebook. Learn HTML and C...

Beginner 126 lessons
COURSE 04

Master CSS Flexbox

Learn Master CSS Flexbox through interactive coding lessons. Build real projects and master essential skills.

Beginner Free
COURSE 05

HTML UI Elements

Learn HTML UI Elements through interactive coding lessons. Build real projects and master essential skills.

Beginner 41 lessons
COURSE 06

Terminal For Developers

Master the terminal and command line so you can move, edit, and control files like a real developer — no more fear of the black sc...

Beginner 8 lessons
COURSE 07

Git Like A Pro!

Learn Git and GitHub the easy way — no confusing theory, just real-world examples. This course will teach you how to manage your c...

Beginner 26 lessons
COURSE 08

Modern PHP Development Course

Learn modern PHP development the right way — from setup to deployment. This course takes you from PHP basics to object-oriented pr...

Beginner 33 lessons
COURSE 09

Practical PHP Course

Learn PHP by building real-world projects. In Practical PHP, you’ll go beyond theory and actually code full applications — from em...

Beginner 58 lessons
COURSE 10

Practical Javascript Course

Learn JavaScript the right way — by building real-world projects. The Practical JavaScript Course takes you beyond theory and help...

Beginner 42 lessons
COURSE 11

Get Certificate For Career Completion

Earn an official CodingPhase Career Path Certificate by completing all required courses and building real-world projects. This cer...

Beginner Free

PHP developer FAQ

Do I need a degree to become a PHP developer? +
No. Backend development is skills- and portfolio-driven — employers care that you can build working applications, not which degree you hold. This path takes you from zero to a job-ready portfolio without one.
How long does it take to become job-ready? +
It depends on how many hours a day you put in, but most students build job-ready projects within a few months. The path is self-paced, so you move at your own pace.
Can a complete beginner learn this? +
Yes — this path is built for beginners. You start with the fundamentals, then learn PHP, object-oriented programming, MySQL, and Laravel step by step. No prior experience required.
Will AI replace PHP developers? +
AI speeds the work up, it doesn't remove the need for someone who understands it. The strongest PHP developers use AI to ship faster while still knowing how PHP, databases, and frameworks like Laravel actually work under the hood.
Can I work remotely as a PHP developer? +
Yes. Backend development is one of the most remote-friendly roles in tech — the work is digital end to end, and many teams hire PHP and Laravel developers fully remote or contract.
What's included in the membership, and what does it cost? +
A single Diamond membership unlocks this path and every other course, the guided career paths, portfolio templates, the job board, and the community. It's less than $2 a day — see the pricing on the home page for current plans.
Is there a refund policy? +
Yes — there's a 7-day money-back guarantee. Start the path, go through the material, and if it's not for you, request a refund within 7 days.

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