# PHP Programming (Short) Assessment

## Description
The PHP Programming (Short) test evaluates the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level to mid-level programmers to write, debug, deploy, and maintain scripts for business-oriented web applications using libraries, keywords, packages, and tools from the standard distribution of PHP. The assessment measures key skill areas including PHP Syntax and Core Language Constructs, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in PHP, Array Manipulation and String Processing, Form Handling, Sessions, and Cookies, Database Operations with PDO, and Error Handling, Exceptions, and Debugging. Candidates are assessed through a variety of question formats, including Multiple Choice, Multiple Correct Answer, and Essay Composition questions, with one or more questions scored using artificial intelligence and one or more questions subject to time limits to help prevent cheating and improve predictive performance. Questions are drawn from a large pool to further reduce the risk of cheating and ensure a unique testing experience.

## Competencies Measures
- Array Manipulation and String Processing
- Form Handling, Sessions, and Cookies
- Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in PHP
- Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in PHP (Coding Tasks)
- PHP Syntax and Core Language Constructs
- PHP Syntax and Core Language Constructs (Coding Tasks)

## Metadata
- **Duration:** 14.0 Minutes
- **Language:** English (US)
- **Type:** Skills/Knowledge Assessment (Test)
- **Last Updated:** July 4, 2026

## Catalog Link
View additional details or to administer the assessment to a candidate here:
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