PHP Quick Scripting Reference

CHAPTER 8

Functions

A function is a reusable code block that will only execute when called.

Defining functions

To create a function the function keyword is used followed by a name, a set of parentheses and a code block. The naming convention for functions is the same as for variables – to use a descriptive name with each word initially capitalized, except for the first one.

function myFunc(){  echo "Hello World";}

A function code block can contain any valid PHP code, including other function definitions.

Calling functions

Once defined a function can be called (invoked) from anywhere on the page, by typing its name followed by a set of parenthesis. ...