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Mar 21, 2025
13m:52s
Why OOP?
Classification
Software Engineering | Languages | PHP | Object Oriented Programming
Keywords
oop | php
About This Episode:
Ever felt like your PHP code is a tangled mess of functions, impossible to scale, and a nightmare to maintain? You’re not alone! In this kickoff episode, we dive into why Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) is a game-changer and how it solves common problems found in procedural PHP.
We’ll break down the downsides of functional programming—spaghetti code 🍝, duplicated logic 🔁, and function name collisions 💥—and compare it to the structured, reusable, and scalable world of OOP. Through a tabletop comparison, we’ll introduce key OOP concepts like encapsulation, inheritance, and modular design, setting the foundation for everything to come.
By the end of this video, you’ll understand why OOP isn’t just a fancy buzzword—it’s a smarter way to write PHP! 💡🔥
We’ll break down the downsides of functional programming—spaghetti code 🍝, duplicated logic 🔁, and function name collisions 💥—and compare it to the structured, reusable, and scalable world of OOP. Through a tabletop comparison, we’ll introduce key OOP concepts like encapsulation, inheritance, and modular design, setting the foundation for everything to come.
By the end of this video, you’ll understand why OOP isn’t just a fancy buzzword—it’s a smarter way to write PHP! 💡🔥
Short Bio:
Bob Cravens is a seasoned technology leader, software architect, and educator with a passion for empowering others through practical, real-world knowledge. As the founder of TekFoundry, Bob has dedicated his career to designing and delivering innovative software solutions that combine cutting-edge technology with elegant simplicity.
At TekCasts, Bob leverages over two decades of experience in software engineering, application architecture, and team leadership to create engaging, high-impact courses for developers and technology professionals. His instructional style is rooted in practical application, offering insights drawn from his extensive background in industries like medical devices and global technology consulting.
Bob’s expertise spans a variety of technologies and methodologies, including PHP/Laravel, FastAPI, and DevOps, as well as architecture best practices and team dynamics. Whether teaching foundational concepts or advanced strategies, he’s passionate about helping others turn complex challenges into streamlined solutions.
When not crafting elegant code or inspiring the next generation of tech innovators, Bob enjoys exploring the intersection of technology, business strategy, and creative problem-solving.
At TekCasts, Bob leverages over two decades of experience in software engineering, application architecture, and team leadership to create engaging, high-impact courses for developers and technology professionals. His instructional style is rooted in practical application, offering insights drawn from his extensive background in industries like medical devices and global technology consulting.
Bob’s expertise spans a variety of technologies and methodologies, including PHP/Laravel, FastAPI, and DevOps, as well as architecture best practices and team dynamics. Whether teaching foundational concepts or advanced strategies, he’s passionate about helping others turn complex challenges into streamlined solutions.
When not crafting elegant code or inspiring the next generation of tech innovators, Bob enjoys exploring the intersection of technology, business strategy, and creative problem-solving.