Re: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Cem Kayali]

Peter Ford-4 wrote:
> 
>> 
>> I was all ready to jump on Point #6 to disagree until I read the
>> next paragraph, updating that with the correct information.  PHP can
>> find out the OS of the system on which the browser is running.
>> 
> 
> Strictly speaking, PHP can only find out what the browser tells it - that
> includes the OS. I could quite easily hack the browser info string sent by
> (at
> least one of) my browsers to pretend I was using some horrible Windows
> rubbish...
> 
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That's true... if you use ie; konquerer, and adjust settings as "send no
identification", then php script has nothing to determine browser type, OS
etc. etc. The other way to hide identification + ip address is to use proxy
servers, which is very common nowadays.

Regards,






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Re: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Andrew Ballard]

On Nov 16, 2007 10:30 AM, Peter Ford <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> >
> > I was all ready to jump on Point #6 to disagree until I read the
> > next paragraph, updating that with the correct information.  PHP can
> > find out the OS of the system on which the browser is running.
> >
>
> Strictly speaking, PHP can only find out what the browser tells it - that
> includes the OS. I could quite easily hack the browser info string sent by (at
> least one of) my browsers to pretend I was using some horrible Windows 
> rubbish...
>
>

I use the User-Agent Switcher add-on for Firefox for this. It's so
easy I don't even really consider it a "hack" -- it's a "feature". :-)
With it, I can not only change the UserAgent string sent in web page
requests, but I can also change the values of the userAgent, appName,
appVersion, platform, vendor and vendorSub properties of the built-in
navigator object in JavaScript.

Andrew

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Re: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Peter Ford]

> 
> I was all ready to jump on Point #6 to disagree until I read the
> next paragraph, updating that with the correct information.  PHP can
> find out the OS of the system on which the browser is running.
> 

Strictly speaking, PHP can only find out what the browser tells it - that
includes the OS. I could quite easily hack the browser info string sent by (at
least one of) my browsers to pretend I was using some horrible Windows 
rubbish...

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Re: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Daniel Brown]

On Nov 15, 2007 11:27 PM, Paul Scott <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> On Thu, 2007-11-15 at 16:45 -0500, Daniel Brown wrote:
> > > 3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
> > > http://phparch.com/mailinglists.
>
> or at
> http://fsiu.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=blog&action=randblog&userid=9914070612 
> if the above is down, as it is for me right now.
>
>
> --Paul
>
>
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>

And before I get bitched at for that, no I didn't write it.
It was just quoted in this message and attributed to my name.

I'll gladly take the credit though.  ;-P

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Re: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Paul Scott]

On Thu, 2007-11-15 at 16:45 -0500, Daniel Brown wrote:
> > 3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
> > http://phparch.com/mailinglists. 

or at
http://fsiu.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=blog&action=randblog&userid=9914070612 
if the above is down, as it is for me right now.


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[PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Jay Blanchard]

=
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20050322jb - Note the new location of PHP Editors list.
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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can download a copy and use it
offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php for answers to
frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for "php YOUR QUERY" may
fetch you relevant information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the common topics are discussed
repeatedly, and you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is
"Best PHP editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get
all the opinions by going through the list archives. If you want a
chosen list try this link :
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors.php
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out what extensions are
available to you?

Just put the following code into a file with a .php extension and access
it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot of information on it.
If PHP is not installed (or not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file. (contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong,
instead of posting the whole script, try doing some research yourself.
One useful trick is to print the variable/sql query using print or echo
command and check whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts
(following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does
takes place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not
possible to access users' computer related information (OS, screen size
etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the information that is SENT by the
user's browser when a client requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by this request.
(contributed by Wouter van Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like
"Help!!", "A Question" etc. Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail composer and
enter the mailing list address php-general@lists.php.net instead of
replying to an existing thread and replacing the subject and body with
your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with attachments. If you don't
have a place to upload your code, try the many pastebin websites (such
as www.pastebin.com). (contributed by Burhan Khalid)

Following these guidelines will ensure that you get effective responses
from the list members. Otherwise, your questions might not be answered.

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Re: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Daniel Brown]

On Nov 15, 2007 4:07 PM, Jay Blanchard <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> =
> Please feel free to add more points and send to the list.
> 20050322jb - Note the new location of PHP Editors list.
> =
>
> 1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try
> http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can download a copy and use it
> offline also.
>
> Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php for answers to
> frequently answered questions
> about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).
>
> 2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for "php YOUR QUERY" may
> fetch you relevant information within the first 10 results.
>
> 3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
> http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the common topics are discussed
> repeatedly, and you may get answer to your query from the
> earlier discussions.
>
> For example: One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is
> "Best PHP editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get
> all the opinions by going through the list archives. If you want a
> chosen list try this link :
> http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors.php
> (contributed by Christophe Chisogne).
>
> 4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out what extensions are
> available to you?
>
> Just put the following code into a file with a .php extension and access
> it through your
> webserver:
>
>  phpinfo();
> ?>
>
> If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot of information on it.
> If PHP is not installed (or not working correctly) your browser will try
> to download the file. (contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W
> Parker)
>
> 5. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong,
> instead of posting the whole script, try doing some research yourself.
> One useful trick is to print the variable/sql query using print or echo
> command and check whether you get what you expected.
>
> After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts
> (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.
>
> 6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does
> takes place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not
> possible to access users' computer related information (OS, screen size
> etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the user side settings. You need
> to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript list.
>
> On the other hand, you can access the information that is SENT by the
> user's browser when a client requests a page from your server. You can
> find details about browser, OS etc as reported by this request.
> (contributed by Wouter van Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.)
>
> 7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like
> "Help!!", "A Question" etc. Especially avoid blank subjects.
>
> 8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail composer and
> enter the mailing list address php-general@lists.php.net instead of
> replying to an existing thread and replacing the subject and body with
> your message.
>
> 9. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
> your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
> email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
> the next person with the same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]
>
> 10. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
> [contributed by Jay Blanchard)
>
> 11. Do not send your email to the list with attachments. If you don't
> have a place to upload your code, try the many pastebin websites (such
> as www.pastebin.com). (contributed by Burhan Khalid)
>
> Following these guidelines will ensure that you get effective responses
> from the list members. Otherwise, your questions might not be answered.
>
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I was all ready to jump on Point #6 to disagree until I read the
next paragraph, updating that with the correct information.  PHP can
find out the OS of the system on which the browser is running.

-- 
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[mobile] (570-) 766-8107

If at first you don't succeed, stick to what you know best so that you
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[PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Jay Blanchard]

=
Please feel free to add more points and send to the list. 
20050322jb - Note the new location of PHP Editors list.
=

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can download a copy and use it
offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php for answers to
frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for "php YOUR QUERY" may
fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the common topics are discussed
repeatedly, and you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is
"Best PHP editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get
all the opinions by going through the list archives. If you want a
chosen list try this link :
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors.php
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out what extensions are
available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with a .php extension and access
it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot of information on it.
If PHP is not installed (or not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.
(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong,
instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research yourself. One useful trick is
to print the variable/sql query using print or echo command and check
whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts
(following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does
takes place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not
possible to access users' computer related information (OS, screen size
etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the information that is SENT by the
user's browser when a client requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. 
(contributed by Wouter van Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like
"Help!!", "A Question" etc. Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail composer and
enter the mailing list address php-general@lists.php.net instead of
replying to an existing thread and replacing the subject and body with
your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with attachments. If you don't
have a place to upload your code, try the many pastebin websites (such
as www.pastebin.com). 
(contributed by Burhan Khalid)

12. Although the following suggestions have been known to be debatable
they should help you in general internet mailing list 'netiquette';

a. Please do not top post as it is hard to follow. If you are unfamiliar
with the concept it is the posting of the reply ABOVE the thing that is
being replied to.

b. Where possible trim your posts so that only relevant portions of the
message are being discussed. Replies that become too lengthy are likely
to be ignored.

Following these guidelines will ensure that you get effective responses
from the list members. Otherwise, your questions might not be answered.

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[PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Jay Blanchard]

=
Please feel free to add more points and send to the list. 
20050322jb - Note the new location of PHP Editors list.
=

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can download a copy and use it
offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php for answers to
frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for "php YOUR QUERY" may
fetch you relevant information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the common topics are discussed
repeatedly, and you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is
"Best PHP editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get
all the opinions by going through the list archives. If you want a
chosen list try this link :
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors.php
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out what extensions are
available to you?

Just put the following code into a file with a .php extension and access
it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot of information on it.
If PHP is not installed (or not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file. (contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong,
instead of posting the whole script, try doing some research yourself.
One useful trick is to print the variable/sql query using print or echo
command and check whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts
(following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does
takes place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not
possible to access users' computer related information (OS, screen size
etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the information that is SENT by the
user's browser when a client requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by this request.
(contributed by Wouter van Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like
"Help!!", "A Question" etc. Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail composer and
enter the mailing list address php-general@lists.php.net instead of
replying to an existing thread and replacing the subject and body with
your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with attachments. If you don't
have a place to upload your code, try the many pastebin websites (such
as www.pastebin.com). (contributed by Burhan Khalid)

Following these guidelines will ensure that you get effective responses
from the list members. Otherwise, your questions might not be answered.

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Re: FW: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Jochem Maas]

Rick Emery wrote:

Quoting "Chris W. Parker" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>:


Rick Emery 
   on Friday, August 05, 2005 4:54 PM said:


Well, as I found out when I Google'd before I posted, it *lists*
plenty of JavaScript mailing lists. But it can hardly "recommend a
good" one, which is what I asked for, can it? I was soliciting
opinions.



Yes I know, but I was hoping you wouldn't notice (because that's what
makes the joke so great)! :)


lol.




Oh, I get it now :-)

There has been a lot mentioned lately about checking Google before 
posting, and I didn't want anyone to think that I hadn't Google'd before 


we have a whole army doing this constantly ;-)

I posted (I've actually joined a mailing list I found that way, but was 
looking for good recommendations). I apologize if I came off a little 
defensive.


Thanks,
Rick


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RE: FW: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Rick Emery]

Quoting "Chris W. Parker" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>:


Rick Emery 
   on Friday, August 05, 2005 4:54 PM said:


Well, as I found out when I Google'd before I posted, it *lists*
plenty of JavaScript mailing lists. But it can hardly "recommend a
good" one, which is what I asked for, can it? I was soliciting
opinions.


Yes I know, but I was hoping you wouldn't notice (because that's what
makes the joke so great)! :)


Oh, I get it now :-)

There has been a lot mentioned lately about checking Google before 
posting, and I didn't want anyone to think that I hadn't Google'd 
before I posted (I've actually joined a mailing list I found that way, 
but was looking for good recommendations). I apologize if I came off a 
little defensive.


Thanks,
Rick
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you will always long to return"
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RE: FW: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Chris W. Parker]

Rick Emery 
on Friday, August 05, 2005 4:54 PM said:

> Well, as I found out when I Google'd before I posted, it *lists*
> plenty of JavaScript mailing lists. But it can hardly "recommend a
> good" one, which is what I asked for, can it? I was soliciting
> opinions.

Yes I know, but I was hoping you wouldn't notice (because that's what
makes the joke so great)! :)



Chris.

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RE: FW: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Rick Emery]

Quoting "Chris W. Parker" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>:


Rick Emery 
   on Friday, August 05, 2005 4:20 PM said:


Can anybody recommend a good JavaScript mailing list?


If by anybody you mean Google, then yes anybody can recommend a good
JavaScript mailing list.


Well, as I found out when I Google'd before I posted, it *lists* plenty 
of JavaScript mailing lists. But it can hardly "recommend a good" one, 
which is what I asked for, can it? I was soliciting opinions.


Thanks for the reply anyway,
Rick
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RE: FW: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Chris W. Parker]

Rick Emery 
on Friday, August 05, 2005 4:20 PM said:

> Can anybody recommend a good JavaScript mailing list?

If by anybody you mean Google, then yes anybody can recommend a good
JavaScript mailing list.


Hope this helps!
Chris.

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Re: FW: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Rick Emery]

Quoting Jay Blanchard <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>:


6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does
takes place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not
possible to access users' computer related information (OS, screen size
etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the user side settings. You need
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript list.


Since you brought it up :-)

Can anybody recommend a good JavaScript mailing list?

Thanks,
Rick
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you will always long to return"
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Re: FW: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Alan Milnes]

Jay Blanchard wrote:


6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does
takes place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not
possible to access users' computer related information (OS, screen size
etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript list.


On the other hand, you can access the information that is SENT by the
user's browser when a client requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. 
(contributed by Wouter van Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.)


 


You might want to add to this:-

"To see what information PHP can provide look in the manual for $_SERVER."

That way you give people a pointer along the way 

Alan



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FW: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Jay Blanchard]

=
Please feel free to add more points and send to the list. 
20050322jb - Note the new location of PHP Editors list.
=

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can download a copy and use it
offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php for answers to
frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for "php YOUR QUERY" may
fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the common topics are discussed
repeatedly, and you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is
"Best PHP editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get
all the opinions by going through the list archives. If you want a
chosen list try this link :
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors.php
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out what extensions are
available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with a .php extension and access
it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot of information on it.
If PHP is not installed (or not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.
(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong,
instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research yourself. One useful trick is
to print the variable/sql query using print or echo command and check
whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts
(following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does
takes place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not
possible to access users' computer related information (OS, screen size
etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the information that is SENT by the
user's browser when a client requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. 
(contributed by Wouter van Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like
"Help!!", "A Question" etc. Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail composer and
enter the mailing list address php-general@lists.php.net instead of
replying to an existing thread and replacing the subject and body with
your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with attachments. If you don't
have a place to upload your code, try the many pastebin websites (such
as www.pastebin.com). 
(contributed by Burhan Khalid)

Following these guidelines will ensure that you get effective responses
from the list members. Otherwise, your questions might not be answered.

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Re: [PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Stan F]

[snip]

I feel we should add this to the rules. Dunno about the others, but it
really drives mad to delete bunches of emails with equal contents posted
within 5 minute interval.

---
Please avoid sending duplicate letters to the list. If you feel your email
was not delivered properly or no-one noticed it, try sending again in a
couple of days. Reposting frequently will not help solving your problems; in
addition, members won't be much pleased if you flood 'em, so you decrease
your chances to get helpful answers.
If your mail server doesn't work properly, please pay attention to thousands
of decent free ones.
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[PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Jay Blanchard]

=
Please feel free to add more points and send to the list. 
20050322jb - Note the new location of PHP Editors list.
=

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can download a copy and use it
offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php for answers to
frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for "php YOUR QUERY" may
fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the common topics are discussed
repeatedly, and you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is
"Best PHP editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get
all the opinions by going through the list archives. If you want a
chosen list try this link :
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors.php
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out what extensions are
available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with a .php extension and access
it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot of information on it.
If PHP is not installed (or not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.
(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong,
instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research yourself. One useful trick is
to print the variable/sql query using print or echo command and check
whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts
(following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does
takes place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not
possible to access users' computer related information (OS, screen size
etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the information that is SENT by the
user's browser when a client requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. 
(contributed by Wouter van Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like
"Help!!", "A Question" etc. Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail composer and
enter the mailing list address php-general@lists.php.net instead of
replying to an existing thread and replacing the subject and body with
your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with attachments. If you don't
have a place to upload your code, try the many pastebin websites (such
as www.pastebin.com). 
(contributed by Burhan Khalid)

Following these guidelines will ensure that you get effective responses
from the list members. Otherwise, your questions might not be answered.

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[PHP] [NEWBIE GUIDE] For the benefit of new members

[Jay Blanchard]

=
Please feel free to add more points and send to the list. 
=

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can download a copy and use it
offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php for answers to
frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for "php YOUR QUERY" may
fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the common topics are discussed
repeatedly, and you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is
"Best PHP editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get
all the opinions by going through the list archives. If you want a
chosen list try this link :
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out what extensions are
available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with a .php extension and access
it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot of information on it.
If PHP is not installed (or not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.
(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong,
instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research yourself. One useful trick is
to print the variable/sql query using print or echo command and check
whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts
(following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does
takes place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not
possible to access users' computer related information (OS, screen size
etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the information that is SENT by the
user's browser when a client requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. 
(contributed by Wouter van Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like
"Help!!", "A Question" etc. Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail composer and
enter the mailing list address php-general@lists.php.net instead of
replying to an existing thread and replacing the subject and body with
your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with attachments. If you don't
have a place to upload your code, try the many pastebin websites (such
as www.pastebin.com). 
(contributed by Burhan Khalid)

Following these guidelines will ensure that you get effective responses
from the list members. Otherwise, your questions might not be answered.

===
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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[David Bevan]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list. 
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Following these guidelines will ensure that 
you get effective responses from the list
members. Otherwise, your questions might not 
be answered.

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
-- 
Regards,
David Bevan

We could learn a lot from crayons: 
some are sharp, some are pretty, some are dull, some have weird names, 
and all are different colorsbut they all exist very nicely in the same 
box. 

http://www.getanyideas.com

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[tech]

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You
can download a copy and use it offline also.
Please also try
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php
for answers to frequently answered questions
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).
2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant
information within the first 10 results.
3. There is a searchable archive of the
mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and
you may get answer to your query from the
earlier discussions.
For example: One of the repeatedly discussed
question in the list is "Best PHP editor".
Everyone has his/her favourite editor.
You can get all the opinions by going through
the list archives. If you want a chosen list
try this link :
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).
4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want
find out what extensions are available to
you?
Just put the following code into a file with
a .php extension and access it through your
webserver:

If PHP is installed you will see a page with
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not
installed (or not working correctly) your
browser will try to download the file.
(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W
Parker)
5. If you are stuck with a script and do not
understand what is wrong, instead of posting
the whole script, try doing some research
yourself. One useful trick is to print
the variable/sql query using print or echo
command and check whether you get what you
expected.
After diagnosing the problem, send the
details of your efforts (following steps 1,
2 & 3) and ask for help.
6. PHP is a server side scripting language.
Whatever processing PHP does takes place
BEFORE the output reaches the client.
Therefore, it is not possible to access
users' computer related information (OS,
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you
modify any the user side settings. You need
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in
a JavaScript list.
On the other hand, you can access the
information that is SENT by the user's
browser when a client requests a page from
your server. You can find details about
browser, OS etc as reported by
this request. - contributed by Wouter van
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.
7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line.
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank
subjects.
8. When you want to start a new topic, open a
new mail composer and enter the mailing list
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of
replying to an existing thread and replacing
the subject and body with your message.
9. Only quote the relevant parts of
an email when replying. Do not Quote
everything (including huge code snippets)
only to say "I agree", for instance.
[contribued by Paul Waring]
10. It's always a good idea to post back to
the list once you've solved your problem.
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject
line of their email when posting solutions.
By posting your solution you're helping the
next person with the same question.
[contribued by Chris W Parker]
11. Ask smart questions
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)
12. Do not send your email to the list with
attachments. If you don't have a place to
upload your code, try the many pastebin
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]
Following these guidelines will ensure that
you get effective responses from the list
members. Otherwise, your questions might not
be answered.
Hope you have a good time programming with
PHP.
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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Greg Donald]

On Tue, 5 Oct 2004 09:55:20 +0530, Gnanavel <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> 8. When you want to start a new topic, open a
> new mail composer and enter the mailing list
> address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of
> replying to an existing thread and replacing
> the subject and body with your message.

I think it would be good to recommend the use of a "threaded" email
client when participating in the PHP mailing lists.  Most every mail
client I've ever used has this threaded message viewing capability,
people just don't seem to make use of it.  It's fairly annoying to see
someone come along days after a post is answered and provide the exact
same answer again.

Mailing list threads are best viewed as threads, not single messages.

If you need a threaded email client, I can invite you to a good one,
GMail.  Contact me off-list.


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[Gnanavel]

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. Only quote the relevant parts of
an email when replying. Do not Quote
everything (including huge code snippets) 
only to say "I agree", for instance.
[contribued by Paul Waring]

10. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

11. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

12. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Following these guidelines will ensure that 
you get effective responses from the list
members. Otherwise, your questions might not 
be answered.

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
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industry
--
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S.Gnanavel,
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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma SivaKumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list. 
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. Only quote the relevant parts of
an email when replying. Do not Quote
everything (including huge code snippets) 
only to say "I agree", for instance.
[contribued by Paul Waring]

10. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

11. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

12. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Following these guidelines will ensure that 
you get effective responses from the list
members. Otherwise, your questions might not 
be answered.

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
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industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma SivaKumar,
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Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma SivaKumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list. 
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. Only quote the relevant parts of
an email when replying. Do not Quote
everything (including huge code snippets) 
only to say "I agree", for instance.
[contribued by Paul Waring]

10. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

11. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

12. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Following these guidelines will ensure that 
you get effective responses from the list
members. Otherwise, your questions might not 
be answered.

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma SivaKumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list. 
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. Only quote the relevant parts of
an email when replying. Do not Quote
everything (including huge code snippets) 
only to say "I agree", for instance.
[contribued by Paul Waring]

10. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

11. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

12. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Following these guidelines will ensure that 
you get effective responses from the list
members. Otherwise, your questions might not 
be answered.

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
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industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma SivaKumar,
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No 21, First Main Road,
Jai Nagar, Arumbakkam,
Chennai - 600106
Tel : +91 44 55191757

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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[raditha dissanayake]

Jason Wong wrote:
On Tuesday 31 August 2004 07:06, Brent Clements wrote:
 

Damn, I just felt the wrath of the list even though I completely agree with
you guys, I was just pointing out some employers requirements.
   

Wrath? What wrath? You ain't seen nuthin yet. I think all we're pointing out 
is that it takes just a little common sense and a little common courtesy to 
both comply with your employee's requirements AND and the same time not annoy 
the list.
 

you aint seen nothing yet.
You will  wrath when you gently point out to someone that this is not 
the place for javascript questions, or apache questions, or mysql 
questions or questions about where to pay your traffic fine.


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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[John Nichel]

Jason Wong wrote:
On Tuesday 31 August 2004 07:06, Brent Clements wrote:

Damn, I just felt the wrath of the list even though I completely agree with
you guys, I was just pointing out some employers requirements.

Wrath? What wrath? You ain't seen nuthin yet.
Hell hath no fury like Jason scorned. ;)
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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Jason Wong]

On Tuesday 31 August 2004 07:06, Brent Clements wrote:

> Damn, I just felt the wrath of the list even though I completely agree with
> you guys, I was just pointing out some employers requirements.

Wrath? What wrath? You ain't seen nuthin yet. I think all we're pointing out 
is that it takes just a little common sense and a little common courtesy to 
both comply with your employee's requirements AND and the same time not annoy 
the list.

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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Brent Clements]

Damn, I just felt the wrath of the list even though I completely agree with
you guys, I was just pointing out some employers requirements.

-Brent

- Original Message - 
From: "Stut" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Brent Clements" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Cc: "PHP Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, August 30, 2004 5:16 PM
Subject: Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members


> On Mon, 30 Aug 2004 16:27:42 -0500, Brent Clements
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > The problem with that request is that some employers require you to have
a
> > vacation message set.
>
> Then you should temporarily unsubscribe from the list until you
> return. Vacation messages on mailing lists are more annoying than
> disclaimers.
>
> -- 
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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[JanetVal]

In a message dated 8/30/2004 3:10:42 PM Pacific Daylight Time, 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
The problem with that request is that some employers require you to have a
vacation message set.

-Brent
Then you need to get off the list before you leave. You can resubscribe when 
you return.  If you need to know what was said while you were gone, you can 
read the archives.

Janet

Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Marek Kilimajer]

Brent Clements wrote:
The problem with that request is that some employers require you to have a
vacation message set.
-Brent
The problem is that the employers use vacation programs that do not 
respect "Precedence: bulk" header.

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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Jim Grill]

Sounds like someone else's problem -- not the list's problem. If that's the
case, use a different email address for mailing lists. There are plenty of
free email providers out there if you can't get a spare account.

Jim Grill

> The problem with that request is that some employers require you to have a
> vacation message set.
>
> -Brent
>
> - Original Message - 
> From: "Paul Waring" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> To: "Jay Blanchard" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Cc: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "PHP Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Sent: Monday, August 30, 2004 3:30 PM
> Subject: Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members
>
>
> > Another thing I'd like to add: if you're on a public mailing list
> > don't leave a vacation message set when you go away, it's *extremely*
> > annoying.
> >
> > Paul
> >
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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Stut]

On Mon, 30 Aug 2004 16:27:42 -0500, Brent Clements
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> The problem with that request is that some employers require you to have a
> vacation message set.

Then you should temporarily unsubscribe from the list until you
return. Vacation messages on mailing lists are more annoying than
disclaimers.

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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Jason Wong]

On Tuesday 31 August 2004 05:27, Brent Clements wrote:
> The problem with that request is that some employers require you to have a
> vacation message set.

unsubscribe and re-subscribe.

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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Paul Waring]

> The problem with that request is that some employers require you to have a
> vacation message set.

They can use another email account or mail from home then, it's not
like there's a shortage of free web-based email providers.

Paul

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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

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> Another thing I'd like to add: if you're on a public mailing list
> don't leave a vacation message set when you go away, it's *extremely*
> annoying.
>
> Paul
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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Brent Clements]

The problem with that request is that some employers require you to have a
vacation message set.

-Brent

- Original Message - 
From: "Paul Waring" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Jay Blanchard" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Cc: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "PHP Mailing List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, August 30, 2004 3:30 PM
Subject: Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members


> Another thing I'd like to add: if you're on a public mailing list
> don't leave a vacation message set when you go away, it's *extremely*
> annoying.
>
> Paul
>
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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Paul Waring]

Another thing I'd like to add: if you're on a public mailing list
don't leave a vacation message set when you go away, it's *extremely*
annoying.

Paul

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma SivaKumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list. 
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Following these guidelines will ensure that 
you get effective responses from the list
members. Otherwise, your questions might not 
be answered.

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
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industry
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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma SivaKumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list. 
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Following these guidelines will ensure that 
you get effective responses from the list
members. Otherwise, your questions might not 
be answered.

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
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industry
--
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Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma SivaKumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list. 
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Following these guidelines will ensure that 
you get effective responses from the list
members. Otherwise, your questions might not 
be answered.

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma SivaKumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list. 
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Following these guidelines will ensure that 
you get effective responses from the list
members. Otherwise, your questions might not 
be answered.

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.

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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[raditha dissanayake]

Me thinks a note about 'if you don't follow these guidelines your 
questions will not be answered' is a good idea.

keep up the good work siva kumar.

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list.
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.


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industry
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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list.
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.

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industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

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Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list.
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
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industry
--
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BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list.
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.

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industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

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BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list.
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]


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industry
--
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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list.
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

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industry
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Chennai - 600106

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to the list.
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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]


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industry
--
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BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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===
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to the list.
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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]
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industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list.
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

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industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list.
===

1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]


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industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users' computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc. Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions 
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]


-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
No 21, First Main Road,
Jai Nagar, Arumbakkam,
Chennai - 600106
Tel : +91 44 55191757

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Please feel free to add more points and send 
to the list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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LINK TO THE LIST OF EDITORS CORRECTED

===
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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]


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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Christophe Chisogne]

Ma Siva Kumar a écrit :
For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
(...)
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).
The link has now moved (http redirect)
http://www.thelinuxconsultancy.co.uk/phpeditors/
Could you update the url in newbie guide?
ps 111 editors are listed there.
Christophe

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===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]

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[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]


Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
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industry
--
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[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]


Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]


Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. Do not send your email to the list with 
attachments. If you don't have a place to 
upload your code, try the many pastebin 
websites (such as www.pastebin.com).
[contributed by Burhan Khalid]


Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.

-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.

Best regards,
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industry
--
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Ma Siva Kumar,
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Chennai - 600106

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RE: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Chris W. Parker]

Chris de Vidal 
on Thursday, April 01, 2004 7:20 AM said:

> Though I've been using newsgroups since '95 and though I'd read this
> page before, it's helpful to review it.  I can see a few mistakes I'd
> made as recently as a few months ago on another list :-)
> 
> This post's subject should read [Newbie and Experienced User Guide]
> LOL

more like "Newbie and Chris de Vidal User Guide"


talk about LOL!




chris.

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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Chris de Vidal]

Ma Siva Kumar said:
> 10. Ask smart questions
> http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html

Though I've been using newsgroups since '95 and though I'd read this page
before, it's helpful to review it.  I can see a few mistakes I'd made as
recently as a few months ago on another list :-)

This post's subject should read [Newbie and Experienced User Guide] LOL

Thanks,
/dev/idal

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list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP
try
http://www.php.net/manual/en
first. You
can download a copy and use it offline also.

Please also try
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php

for answers to frequently answered questions
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try
http://www.google.com
next. Searching
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the
mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists.
Many of the
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and
you may get answer to your query from the
earlier discussions.

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed
question in the list is "Best PHP editor".
Everyone has his/her favourite editor.
You can get all the opinions by going through
the list archives. If you want a chosen list
try this link :
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/

(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want
find out what extensions are available to
you?

Just put the following code into a file with
a .php extension and access it through your
webserver:



If PHP is installed you will see a page with
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not
installed (or not working correctly) your
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not
understand what is wrong, instead of posting
the whole script, try doing some research
yourself. One useful trick is to print
the variable/sql query using print or echo
command and check whether you get what you
expected.

After diagnosing the problem, send the
details of your efforts (following steps 1,
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language.
Whatever processing PHP does takes place
BEFORE the output reaches the client.
Therefore, it is not possible to access
users'  computer related information (OS,
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you
modify any the user side settings. You need
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the
information that is SENT by the user's
browser when a client requests a page from
your server. You can find details about
browser, OS etc as reported by
this request. - contributed by Wouter van
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line.
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank
subjects.

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a
new mail composer and enter the mailing list
address
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
instead of
replying to an existing thread and replacing
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to
the list once you've solved your problem.
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject
line of their email when posting solutions.
By posting your solution you're helping the
next person with the same question.
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

11. In versions of php prior to 4.1, $_POST doesn't exist. Instead use
$HTTP_POST_VARS array (it is the same thing just a different name). This
will solve almost any "form posting" problems to php  prior to 4.1
Hope you have a good time programming with
PHP.

Best regards,
--
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industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.

Best regards,


-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.

Best regards,

-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to 
print the variable/sql query using print or 
echo command and check whether you get what 
you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the  same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.

Best regards,

-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new 
subscribers and those new to PHP.  Please 
feel free to add more points and send to the 
list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP 
try http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You 
can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try 
http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching 
for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the 
mailing list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and 
you may get answer to your query from the 
earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through 
the list archives. If you want a chosen list 
try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want 
find out what extensions are available to 
you?

Just put the following code into a file with 
a .php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with 
a lot of information on it. If PHP is not 
installed (or not working correctly) your 
browser will try to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead of posting 
the whole script, try doing some research 
yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the 
details of your efforts (following steps 1, 
2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes place 
BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, 
screen size etc) using PHP. Nor can you 
modify any the user side settings. You need 
to go for JavaScript and ask the question in 
a JavaScript list.

On the other hand, you can access the 
information that is SENT by the user's 
browser when a client requests a page from 
your server. You can find details about 
browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van 
Vliet and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. 
Avoid general subjects like "Help!!", "A 
Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank 
subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a 
new mail composer and enter the mailing list 
address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of 
replying to an existing thread and replacing 
the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to 
the list once you've solved your problem. 
People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject 
line of their email when posting solutions. 
By posting your solution you're helping the 
next person with the same question. 
[contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with 
PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather 
industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new subscribers 
and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
more points and send to the list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out 
what extensions are available to you?

Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot 
of information on it. If PHP is not installed (or 
not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the 
user side settings. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

On the other hand, you can access the information 
that is SENT by the user's browser when a client 
requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet 
and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,

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--
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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new subscribers 
and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
more points and send to the list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out 
what extensions are available to you?

Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot 
of information on it. If PHP is not installed (or 
not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the 
user side settings. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

On the other hand, you can access the information 
that is SENT by the user's browser when a client 
requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet 
and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,

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--
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Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new subscribers 
and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
more points and send to the list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
for answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant 
information within the first 10 results.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out 
what extensions are available to you?

Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot 
of information on it. If PHP is not installed (or 
not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. Nor can you modify any the 
user side settings. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

On the other hand, you can access the information 
that is SENT by the user's browser when a client 
requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet 
and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,

Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new subscribers 
and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
more points and send to the list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
to get answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant results 
within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out 
what extensions are available to you?

Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot 
of information on it. If PHP is not installed (or 
not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access the 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

On the other hand you can access the information 
that is SENT by the user's browser when a client 
requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet 
and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new subscribers 
and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
more points and send to the list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
to get answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant results 
within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out 
what extensions are available to you?

Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot 
of information on it. If PHP is not installed (or 
not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access the 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

On the other hand you can access the information 
that is SENT by the user's browser when a client 
requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet 
and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,

-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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RE: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Chris W. Parker]

Raditha Dissanayake 
on Sunday, December 28, 2003 8:55 PM said:

> This compilation of your is really excellent. Over the last few
> months i have noticed that many posters are cleary sending messages
> without having read your newby guide.  IMHO whenever that happens all
> of us on this list should suggest that the user should read this
> message in the archive first before responding to his query.

This sounds like an excellent idea. I hope to see you do it. :)



Chris.

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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Raditha Dissanayake]

Hi,
Hopefully an administrator could append this to the welcome message 
that's sent to new subscribers.

Ma Siva Kumar wrote:

On Monday 29 Dec 2003 10:24 am, you wrote:
 

Hi,

This compilation of your is really excellent.
Over the last few months i have noticed that
many posters are cleary sending messages
without having read your newby guide.  IMHO
whenever that happens all of us on this list
should suggest that the user should read this
message in the archive first before responding
to his query.
   

Thanks. The idea is to send it once a week to 
catch the new subscribers with a message into 
their inbox before they commit any of the sins 
(!).  Guess, some new users slip in the gap in 
between.

Best regards,

Ma SivaKumar



 



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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

On Monday 29 Dec 2003 10:24 am, you wrote:
> Hi,
>
> This compilation of your is really excellent.
> Over the last few months i have noticed that
> many posters are cleary sending messages
> without having read your newby guide.  IMHO
> whenever that happens all of us on this list
> should suggest that the user should read this
> message in the archive first before responding
> to his query.
>

Thanks. The idea is to send it once a week to 
catch the new subscribers with a message into 
their inbox before they commit any of the sins 
(!).  Guess, some new users slip in the gap in 
between.

Best regards,

Ma SivaKumar



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Re: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Raditha Dissanayake]

Hi,

This compilation of your is really excellent. Over the last few months i 
have noticed that many posters are cleary sending messages without 
having read your newby guide.  IMHO whenever that happens all of us on 
this list should suggest that the user should read this message in the 
archive first before responding to his query.

best regards



Ma Siva Kumar wrote:

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new subscribers 
and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
more points and send to the list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
to get answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant results 
within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out 
what extensions are available to you?

Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot 
of information on it. If PHP is not installed (or 
not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access the 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

On the other hand you can access the information 
that is SENT by the user's browser when a client 
requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet 
and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,

-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new subscribers 
and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
more points and send to the list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
to get answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant results 
within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want to find 
out what extensions are available?

Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot 
of information on it. If PHP is not installed (or 
not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access the 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

On the other hand you can access the information 
that is SENT by the user's browser when a client 
requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet 
and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

===
This message is for the benefit of new subscribers 
and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
more points and send to the list.
===
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
to get answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant results 
within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ 
(contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out 
what extensions are available to you?

Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot 
of information on it. If PHP is not installed (or 
not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.

(contributed by Teren and reworded by Chris W 
Parker)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access the 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

On the other hand you can access the information 
that is SENT by the user's browser when a client 
requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet 
and reworded by Chris W Parker.

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,

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--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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This message is for the benefit of new subscribers 
and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
more points and send to the list.
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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
to get answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant results 
within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP 
editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed 
by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:



This will display tons of info if php is enabled, 
or, it will ask you to download a file if php is 
NOT enabled.  (contributed by Teren)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access the 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

(You can access information SENT by the user's 
browser while requesting pages from your server. 
You can get the details about browser, OS etc as 
reported by this request. - contributed by Wouter 
van Vliet)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
more points and send to the list.
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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
to get answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant results 
within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP 
editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed 
by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:



This will display tons of info if php is enabled, 
or, it will ask you to download a file if php is 
NOT enabled.  (contributed by Teren)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access the 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

(You can access information SENT by the user's 
browser while requesting pages from your server. 
You can get the details about browser, OS etc as 
reported by this request. - contributed by Wouter 
van Vliet)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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RE: [PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Chris W. Parker]

Ma Siva Kumar 
on Tuesday, December 09, 2003 4:00 PM said:

> 4. Just put the following code into a file with a
> .php extension and access it through your
> webserver:
> 
>  phpinfo();
>> 
> 
> This will display tons of info if php is enabled,
> or, it will ask you to download a file if php is
> NOT enabled.  (contributed by Teren)

I think this point could do with having it's wording changed. My
suggestion:

Not sure if PHP is working or you want find out what extensions are
available to you?

Just put the following code into a file with a .php extension and access
it through your webserver:

 

If PHP is installed you will see a page with a lot of information on it.
If PHP is not installed (or not working correctly) your browser will try
to download the file.

> 6. PHP is a server side scripting language.
> Whatever processing PHP does takes
> place BEFORE the output reaches the client.
> Therefore, it is not possible to access the
> users'  computer related information (OS, screen
> size etc) using PHP. You need to go for
> JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript
> list.
> 
> (You can access information SENT by the user's
> browser while requesting pages from your server.
> You can get the details about browser, OS etc as
> reported by this request. - contributed by Wouter
> van Vliet)

May I proppose the following rewording for the second paragraph:

On the other hand you can access the information that is SENT by the
user's browser when a client requests a page from your server. You can
find details about browser, OS etc as reported by this request. -
contributed by Wouter van Vliet




Chris.

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This message is for the benefit of new subscribers 
and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
to get answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant results 
within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP 
editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed 
by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:



This will display tons of info if php is enabled, 
or, it will ask you to download a file if php is 
NOT enabled.  (contributed by Teren)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access the 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

(You can access information SENT by the user's 
browser while requesting pages from your server. 
You can get the details about browser, OS etc as 
reported by this request. - contributed by Wouter 
van Vliet)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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===
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and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
to get answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant results 
within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP 
editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed 
by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:



This will display tons of info if php is enabled, 
or, it will ask you to download a file if php is 
NOT enabled.  (contributed by Teren)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access the 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

(You can access information SENT by the user's 
browser while requesting pages from your server. 
You can get the details about browser, OS etc as 
reported by this request. - contributed by Wouter 
van Vliet)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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and those new to PHP.  Please feel free to add 
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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try 
http://www.php.net/manual/en first. You can 
download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php 
to get answers to frequently answered questions 
about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for 
"php YOUR QUERY" may fetch you relevant results 
within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing 
list discussion at 
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the 
common topics are discussed repeatedly, and you 
may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed 
question in the list is "Best PHP 
editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. 
You can get all the opinions by going through the 
list archives. If you want a chosen list try this 
link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed 
by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Just put the following code into a file with a 
.php extension and access it through your 
webserver:



This will display tons of info if php is enabled, 
or, it will ask you to download a file if php is 
NOT enabled.  (contributed by Teren)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not 
understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some 
research yourself. One useful trick is to print 
the variable/sql query using print or echo 
command and check whether you get what you 
expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of 
your efforts (following steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask 
for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. 
Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. 
Therefore, it is not possible to access the 
users'  computer related information (OS, screen 
size etc) using PHP. You need to go for 
JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

(You can access information SENT by the user's 
browser while requesting pages from your server. 
You can get the details about browser, OS etc as 
reported by this request. - contributed by Wouter 
van Vliet)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid 
general subjects like "Help!!", "A Question" etc.  
Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new 
mail composer and enter the mailing list address 
[EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to 
an existing thread and replacing the subject and 
body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the 
list once you've solved your problem. People 
usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your 
solution you're helping the next person with the 
same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions  
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try http://www.php.net/manual/en 
first. You can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php to get answers to 
frequently answered questions about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch 
you relevant results within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the common topics are discussed 
repeatedly, and you may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is "Best PHP 
editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get all the opinions 
by going through the list archives. If you want a chosen list try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Just put the following code into a file with a .php extension and access it 
through your webserver:



This will display tons of info if php is enabled, or, it will ask you to
download a file if php is NOT enabled.  (contributed by Teren)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some research yourself. One useful 
trick is to print the variable/sql query using print or echo command and 
check whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts (following 
steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not possible to 
access the users'  computer related information (OS, screen size etc) using 
PHP. You need to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

(You can access information SENT by the user's browser while requesting pages
from your server. You can get the details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like 
"Help!!", "A Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail composer and enter the 
mailing list address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to an 
existing thread and replacing the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
No 21, First Main Road,
Jai Nagar, Arumbakkam,
Chennai - 600106
Tel : +91 44 55191757

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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try http://www.php.net/manual/en 
first. You can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php to get answers to 
frequently answered questions about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch 
you relevant results within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the common topics are discussed 
repeatedly, and you may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is "Best PHP 
editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get all the opinions 
by going through the list archives. If you want a chosen list try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Just put the following code into a file with a .php extension and access it 
through your webserver:



This will display tons of info if php is enabled, or, it will ask you to
download a file if php is NOT enabled.  (contributed by Teren)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some research yourself. One useful 
trick is to print the variable/sql query using print or echo command and 
check whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts (following 
steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not possible to 
access the users'  computer related information (OS, screen size etc) using 
PHP. You need to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

(You can access information SENT by the user's browser while requesting pages
from your server. You can get the details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like 
"Help!!", "A Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail composer and enter the 
mailing list address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to an 
existing thread and replacing the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
No 21, First Main Road,
Jai Nagar, Arumbakkam,
Chennai - 600106
Tel : +91 44 55191757

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1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try http://www.php.net/manual/en 
first. You can download a copy and use it offline also. 

Please also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php to get answers to 
frequently answered questions about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch 
you relevant results within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists. Many of the common topics are discussed 
repeatedly, and you may get answer to your query from the earlier 
discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is "Best PHP 
editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get all the opinions 
by going through the list archives. If you want a chosen list try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. Just put the following code into a file with a .php extension and access it 
through your webserver:



This will display tons of info if php is enabled, or, it will ask you to
download a file if php is NOT enabled.  (contributed by Teren)

5. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some research yourself. One useful 
trick is to print the variable/sql query using print or echo command and 
check whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts (following 
steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

6. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not possible to 
access the users'  computer related information (OS, screen size etc) using 
PHP. You need to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

(You can access information SENT by the user's browser while requesting pages
from your server. You can get the details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet)

7. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like 
"Help!!", "A Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank subjects. 

8. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail composer and enter the 
mailing list address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to an 
existing thread and replacing the subject and body with your message.

9. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

10. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[tech]

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This message is for the benefit of new subscribers and those new to PHP.  
Please feel free to add more points and send to the list.
==
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try http://www.php.net/manual/en 
first. You can download a copy and use it offline also. 

You can also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php to get answers to 
frequently answered questions about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Searching for "php YOUR QUERY" may fetch 
you relevant results within the first 10 results, if you are lucky.

3. There is a new searchable archive of the mailing list discussion at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists, which provides a comprehensive and
convenient search tool. Many of the common topics are discussed repeatedly, 
and you may get answer to your query from the earlier discussions. 

For example: One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is "Best PHP 
editor". Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get all the opinions 
by going through the list archives. If you want a chosen list try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

4. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some research yourself. One useful 
trick is to print the variable/sql query using print or echo command and 
check whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts (following 
steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

5. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like 
"Help!!", "A Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank subjects. 

6. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail composer and enter the 
mailing list address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to an 
existing thread and replacing the subject and body with your message.

7. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not possible to 
access the users'  computer related information (OS, screen size etc) using 
PHP. You need to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

(You can access information SENT by the user's browser while requesting pages
from your server. You can get the details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet)

8. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

9. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[tech]

=
This message is for the benefit of new subscribers and those new to PHP.  
Those who  do not want to be bothered just filter out the [Newbie Guide] 
mails. Please feel free to add more points and send to the list.
==
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try http://www.php.net/manual/en 
first. You can download a copy and use it offline also. 

You can also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php to get answers to 
frequently answered questions about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Try searching for "php YOUR QUERY" and you 
may be lucky to get an answer within the first 10 results.

3. Glancing through the list archive  you can find many of the common topics 
discussed repeatedly and can get your answer from those discussions. 

There is a new searchable archive (launched on October 21, 2003) at
http://phparch.com/mailinglists, which provides a comprehensive and
convenient search tool.

4. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some research yourself. One useful 
trick is to print the variable/sql query using print or echo command and 
check whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts (following 
steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

5. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like 
"Help!!", "A Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank subjects. 

6. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail and enter the mailing 
list address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to an existing 
thread and replacing the subject and body with your message.

7. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not possible to 
access the users'  computer related information (OS, screen size etc) using 
PHP. You need to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

(You can access information SENT by the user's browser while requesting pages
from your server. You can get the details about browser, OS etc as reported by 
this request. - contributed by Wouter van Vliet)

8. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

9. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

10. One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get all the opinions by going 
through the list archives. If you want a list try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

=
This message is for the benefit of new subscribers and those new to PHP.  
Those who  do not want to be bothered just filter out the [Newbie Guide] 
mails. Please feel free to add more points and send to the list.
==
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try http://www.php.net/manual/en 
first. You can download a copy and use it offline also. 

You can also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php to get answers to 
frequently answered questions about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Try searching for "php YOUR QUERY" and you 
may be lucky to get an answer within the first 10 results.

3. Glancing through the list archive  you can find many of the common topics 
discussed repeatedly and can get your answer from those discussions. 

There is a new searchable archive (launched on October 21, 2003) at
 http://phparch.com/mailinglists, which provides a comprehensive and
 convenient search tool.

4. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some research yourself. One useful 
trick is to print the variable/sql query using print or echo command and 
check whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts (following 
steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

5. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like 
"Help!!", "A Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank subjects. 

6. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail and enter the mailing 
list address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to an existing 
thread and replacing the subject and body with your message.

7. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not possible to 
access the users'  computer related information (OS, screen size etc) using 
PHP. You need to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

8. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

9. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

10. One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get all the opinions by going 
through the list archives. If you want a list try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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[PHP] [Newbie Guide] For the benefit of new members

[Ma Siva Kumar]

=
This message is for the benefit of new subscribers and those new to PHP.  
Those who  do not want to be bothered just filter out the [Newbie Guide] 
mails. Please feel free to add more points and send to the list.
==
1. If you have any queries/problems about PHP try http://www.php.net/manual/en 
first. You can download a copy and use it offline also. 

You can also try http://www.php.net/manual/faq.php to get answers to 
frequently answered questions about PHP (added by Christophe Chisogne).

2. Try http://www.google.com next. Try searching for "php YOUR QUERY" and you 
may be lucky to get an answer within the first 10 results.

3. Glancing through the list archive at 
http://marc.theaimsgroup.com/?l=php-general , you can find many of the 
common topics discussed repeatedly and can get your answer from those 
discussions. 

4. If you are stuck with a script and do not understand what is wrong, instead 
of posting the whole script, try doing some research yourself. One useful 
trick is to print the variable/sql query using print or echo command and 
check whether you get what you expected. 

After diagnosing the problem, send the details of your efforts (following 
steps 1, 2 & 3) and ask for help.

5. Provide a clear descriptive subject line. Avoid general subjects like 
"Help!!", "A Question" etc.  Especially avoid blank subjects. 

6. When you want to start a new topic, open a new mail and enter the mailing 
list address [EMAIL PROTECTED] instead of replying to an existing 
thread and replacing the subject and body with your message.

7. PHP is a server side scripting language. Whatever processing PHP does takes 
place BEFORE the output reaches the client. Therefore, it is not possible to 
access the users'  computer related information (OS, screen size etc) using 
PHP. You need to go for JavaScript and ask the question in a JavaScript 
list.

8. It's always a good idea to post back to the list once you've solved
your problem. People usually add [SOLVED] to the subject line of their
email when posting solutions. By posting your solution you're helping
the next person with the same question. [contribued by Chris W Parker]

9. Ask smart questions http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html
[contributed by Jay Blanchard)

10. One of the repeatedly discussed question in the list is "Best PHP editor". 
Everyone has his/her favourite editor. You can get all the opinions by going 
through the list archives. If you want a list try this link : 
http://phpeditors.linuxbackup.co.uk/ (contributed by Christophe Chisogne).

Hope you have a good time programming with PHP.

Best regards,
-- 
Integrated Management Tools for leather industry
--
http://www.leatherlink.net

Ma Siva Kumar,
BSG LeatherLink (P) Ltd,
Chennai - 600106

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