Every year, developers debate whether PHP is still relevant. Yet somehow, PHP continues to power over 75% of the web, from massive platforms to solo developer projects.
If you're wondering whether PHP is still worth learning in 2025, here's the short answer: yes — and here's why.
Some of the biggest names on the web — WordPress, Facebook (originally), Wikipedia, Slack’s backend services, and thousands of custom platforms — rely on PHP.
- That’s not by accident. PHP is:
- Fast to deploy
- Incredibly flexible
- Well-supported by hosts and tools
- In short: it works, and it scales.
If you're new to backend development, PHP is one of the easiest languages to get started with. You can write your first script in minutes, and actually see something working in the browser.
But don’t be fooled — PHP can also support huge, enterprise-grade applications. Modern frameworks like Laravel and Symfony have brought structure, security, and speed to the language.
🛠️ 3. The Ecosystem is Mature and Powerful
PHP offers:
Seamless database integration (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, etc.)
Native session and authentication handling
Tons of libraries and packages via Composer
A massive global community
Everything you need to build something real is already there — and well-tested.
🎓 Want to Learn PHP the Right Way?
If you're curious about learning PHP — or coming back to it with a fresh perspective — I’ve created a beginner-friendly course on Gumroad that teaches:
How to set up a clean development environment
Core PHP concepts explained clearly
Real-world use of MySQL, SQL, and PHP together
The foundation you need to build your own web projects
No unnecessary theory — just practical, modern PHP with context and purpose.
👉 Check it out here if you're ready to start building:
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