Preface

The Yii framework is a high-performance, fast, open source, and a rapid development PHP framework that can be used to develop modern web applications. It provides the toolkit for developing both personal projects and enterprise applications.

This book is a step-by-step guide to develop eight reusable real-world applications using the Yii framework. Yii Project Blueprints will guide you through several projects, from project conception to planning your project and finally implementing it. You will explore the key features of the Yii framework and learn how to use it efficiently and effectively to build solid core applications that you'll be able to reuse in real-world projects. You'll also learn how to integrate Yii with third-party libraries and services, create your own reusable code bases, and discover many more Yii features that will expand your knowledge and expertise of Yii.