PHP for Wordpress Training Course

This instructor-led live training in Kenya (online or onsite) is intended for data scientists and software engineers who wish to employ AdaBoost to develop boosting algorithms for machine learning using Python.

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

• Set up the necessary development environment to start building machine learning models with AdaBoost.
• Understand the ensemble learning approach and how to implement adaptive boosting.
• Learn how to build AdaBoost models to boost machine learning algorithms in Python.
• Use hyperparameter tuning to increase the accuracy and performance of AdaBoost models.

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

The course walks through the layers of Java's security architecture by addressing access control, authentication, authorization, secure communication, and various cryptographic functions. It also introduces key APIs available in PHP for securing 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 emphasis on client-side security issues related to JavaScript, Ajax, and HTML5.

General web vulnerabilities are explored through examples aligned with the OWASP Top Ten, covering injection attacks, script injections, session handling attacks, insecure direct object references, file upload issues, and more. The course also addresses 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, misuse of security features, incorrect error and exception handling, time- and state-related problems, code quality issues, and mobile code-related vulnerabilities.

Participants can experiment with the discussed APIs, tools, and configuration effects themselves. Each introduction to vulnerabilities is supported by hands-on exercises that demonstrate the consequences of successful attacks, show how to correct 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 know how to prevent 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 of PHP
• Understand the security concepts underlying web services
• Acquire practical knowledge in using security testing tools
• Learn about typical coding mistakes and how to avoid them
• Stay informed about recent vulnerabilities in Java and PHP frameworks and libraries
• Receive sources and further reading materials on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

This course equips PHP developers with the essential skills needed to build applications that are resilient against modern internet-based attacks. The curriculum explores web vulnerabilities using practical PHP examples that extend beyond the OWASP Top Ten, addressing a wide range of issues such as various injection attacks, script injections, session handling weaknesses in PHP, insecure direct object references, file upload problems, and more. PHP-specific vulnerabilities are categorized into standard vulnerability types, including missing or inadequate input validation, improper error and exception handling, misuse of security features, and time- and state-related issues. For the latter category, we examine attacks such as open_basedir circumvention, denial-of-service via magic float manipulation, and hash table collision attacks. In every scenario, participants will learn the critical techniques and functions required to mitigate these risks.

A significant emphasis is placed on client-side security, tackling security concerns related to JavaScript, Ajax, and HTML5. The course introduces several PHP security extensions, such as hash, mcrypt, and OpenSSL for cryptographic purposes, as well as Ctype, ext/filter, and HTML Purifier for robust input validation. Best practices for hardening are discussed in the context of PHP configuration (specifically php.ini), Apache, and server-level settings in general. Furthermore, the course provides an overview of various security testing tools and techniques available to developers and testers, including security scanners, penetration testing methods, exploit packs, sniffers, proxy servers, fuzzing tools, and static source code analyzers.

Both the introduction of vulnerability concepts and configuration practices are reinforced through numerous hands-on exercises. These demonstrations illustrate the consequences of successful attacks, show how to apply mitigation strategies, and guide participants in using various extensions and tools effectively.

Participants attending this course will

• Grasp the fundamental concepts of security, IT security, and secure coding
• Understand web vulnerabilities that extend beyond the OWASP Top Ten and learn how to prevent them
• Acquire knowledge of client-side vulnerabilities and secure coding standards
• Develop a practical understanding of cryptography
• Learn to utilize various built-in security features of PHP
• Identify typical coding mistakes and understand how to avoid them
• Stay informed about recent vulnerabilities within the PHP framework
• Gain practical experience in using security testing tools
• Access resources and further readings on secure coding practices

Audience

Developers

This instructor-led, live training in Kenya (online or on-site) is tailored for intermediate PHP developers who wish to apply design patterns effectively in their projects.

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

• Grasp the purpose and advantages of using design patterns.
• Recognize and implement suitable design patterns for common scenarios.
• Organize PHP applications in accordance with industry-recognized best practices.
• Integrate patterns into modern frameworks such as Symfony or Zend.

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

This instructor-led, live training in Kenya (online or onsite) is aimed at developers who wish to learn and use Livewire to build modern and dynamic application interfaces.

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

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

This instructor-led, live training in Kenya (online or onsite) is aimed at web developers who wish to use Laravel and Vue.js for fullstack web development.

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

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

This instructor-led, live training in Kenya (online or onsite) is aimed at developers who wish to use 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 Kenya (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level web developers, web designers and WordPress administrators who wish to learn how to install, administer, and optimize WordPress sites, enabling them to create and manage professional and responsive websites.

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

• Understand the fundamentals of WordPress and its features and benefits.
• Install and configure WordPress on a web server.
• Use plugins, servers, and templates to improve WordPress functionality and performance.
• Create and manage custom post types in WordPress.
• Create WordPress sites at basic, medium, and advanced level.
• Use Elementor to design and customize WordPress sites.
• Implement site map and breadcrumbs for WordPress sites.
• Apply good practices in web and responsive design for WordPress sites.
• Optimize WordPress sites for SEO and Google Analytics.

This instructor-led, live training in Kenya (online or onsite) is designed for 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. 

This course is tailored for seasoned programmers aiming to delve into the challenges associated with applying design patterns and refactoring techniques. Participants will gain insight into the core principles and practical applications of these patterns, thereby enabling them to construct robust and efficient application code.

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 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.

WordPress Training provides beginners and non-technical professionals with the practical skills needed to build professional websites without writing any code. The course covers the fundamental principles of installing WordPress, managing content through posts, pages, and media, and configuring essential site options. It examines proven strategies for deciding between WordPress.com and WordPress.org, selecting and customizing themes, managing plugins, and optimizing site settings. Participants will gain the confidence to create and maintain their own websites independently.

In this instructor-led live training conducted in Kenya (onsite or remotely), participants will advance their WordPress capabilities by mastering the setup, customization, and deployment of complex, commercial-grade websites based on WordPress.

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

• Install and configure WordPress locally and in the cloud (single and multi-site).
• Build a sophisticated e-commerce website.
• Customize an existing website.
• Brand a website using custom themes.
• Enable booking and membership functionality.
• Set up and administer different user roles (editors, admins, etc.).
• Create a private or public social network.
• Optimize a WordPress website for SEO (Search Engine Optimization).
• Backup and restore a WordPress website.
• Maintain and troubleshoot a live, production WordPress website.