In this session, we break down the non-negotiable steps for securing any user registration form. Learn why client-side validation is never enough and how to build a robust PHP backend. We cover strict server-side validation, the critical use of password_hash() to secure credentials, and implementing prepared statements to defend your MariaDB database against SQL Injection. This is essential listening for any developer serious about security. Find the full video and all the code examples on the blog!

Full video tutorial: https://youtube.com/live/zCyIPGxpKNw

Companion article (with code): https://ojambo.com/server-side-defense-php-validation-hashing-and-mariadb-storage

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