Architectural patterns, security principles, project management tools, and IT knowledge that round out the skill set.
$_S
PHP SessionsMechanism for persisting user data (e.g. login state) across multiple PHP pages.
JIRAProject management tool for tracking tasks, bugs, and sprints in agile workflows.
Notion / OneNoteDocumentation tools for organising notes, project plans, and technical references.
MVC
MVC ArchitectureDesign pattern separating an app into Model, View, and Controller for maintainable code.
CRUD
CRUD OperationsThe four core database actions — Create, Read, Update, Delete — fundamental to web apps.
DB
Database Design & IntegrationPlanning schemas, table relationships, and connecting databases to applications.
OPT
Database OptimisationIndexing and query tuning to improve database speed and performance.
SQL
SQL Injection PreventionBlocking attackers from injecting malicious SQL into database queries.
PREP
Prepared StatementsPre-compiled SQL with parameterised inputs that safely prevent injection attacks.
ACL
Access ControlRestricting what different users can view or modify within an application.
REST
REST API Dev & IntegrationBuilding and consuming APIs using HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) with JSON.
IP
IP Addressing, DNS & DHCPCore networking: address assignment, domain resolution, and host configuration.
AD
Active DirectoryMicrosoft service for managing users, permissions, and resources across a Windows network.
Windows OS TroubleshootingDiagnosing and resolving common Windows system, driver, and software issues.
Microsoft 365Productivity suite — Outlook, OneDrive, and Excel — for professional environments.
HLP
Spiceworks / AnyDesk / ZoomHelp desk ticketing, remote desktop support, and video conferencing for IT assistance.
