I am using in this moment the php language. I am working with eclipse ide using pdt environment for it for developing in php. for testing my code I am using both a iis server and a apache server. For database i've installed a mysql 5.6. the version of php is 5.2.6. a best resource for learning is the php manual from www.php.net also I can offer you some books on private e-mails about php. ----- Original Message ----- From: Jeff Bishop To: programmingblind@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Sent: Wednesday, August 19, 2009 8:43 PM Subject: learning PHP Hello, I have a very vast programming background in Microsoft based technologies and want to spread out a bit and learn PHP. Can anyone suggest resources on learning it and what tools to install on Windows to create a good environment to work with when learning? I also have a host that I can play with as well. Which version of PHP would you suggest, the latest? Jeff