How to Create Dynamic Dependent Dropdowns with AJAX in CodeIgniter 4

In web applications, auto populating dropdowns are commonly used to simplify user input and ensure data consistency. When a user selects a value from one dropdown, another dropdown with related data is dynamically populated.

Consider this example. Assume we have a global online store and want to allow our customers to filter products by country and city. There could be two dropdowns: one for countries and one for cities. The city dropdown will dynamically change depending on the country selected by the user, displaying only cities in that country. This feature will make it easier for users to select the correct filter, reducing confusion and providing a better user experience.

In this tutorial, I show how you can create dynamic dependent dropdown with MySQL database data using jQuery AJAX in CodeIgniter 4.

How to Create Dynamic Dependent Dropdowns with AJAX in CodeIgniter 4

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Step-by-Step Tutorial on Creating Pagination in CakePHP 4

Pagination is an essential part of web development that allows users to navigate through a large list of data easily. It divides the data into small chunks and displays them in a structured and manageable way.

In CakePHP 4 you don’t need to write lots of code to create a pagination list. For this paginate() method is available that executes from the controller.

In this tutorial, I show how you can create a pagination in CakePHP 4 with MySQL database data.

Step-by-Step Tutorial on Creating Pagination in CakePHP 4

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Dynamic data load on Column Chart using PHP and Google Chart API

Column charts are one of the most common and widely used chart types. It is a visual representation of data that uses bars to show the values of different categories.

Google charts API allows to create different types of charts like – pie, bar, line, column, etc. It takes Array type value as data.

In this tutorial, I show how you can create column chart using Google Chart API and load MySQL data dynamically using PHP with a live example.

Dynamic data load on Column Chart using PHP and Google Chart API

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The Pros and Cons of Using Front-End Frameworks for Web Development

Web development has, for a while, been a breeze with the range of frameworks and tools available to create great projects with minimal effort. A front-end framework can be considered a toolbox filled with all kinds of valuable tools that developers can use to create a website or application quickly and efficiently. 

Like a carpenter needs his hammer and saw, a web developer needs their front-end framework to build a unique website or application. But much like any tool, both pros and cons are associated with using front-end frameworks for web development. 

This article will explore the benefits and drawbacks of using a front-end framework for your project. Let’s start by opening up this “toolbox” and looking at the pros and cons of using front-end frameworks for web development.

The Pros and Cons of Using Front-End Frameworks for Web Development

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