PHP/MySQL security--where to begin?

Question

I\'m a PHP/MySQL noob who knows nothing about online security.

Could you point me to some resources that will aid in my knowledge? (Beginner level, please!)

Answer 1

Chris Shiflett is the go-to guy on PHP programming and security:

• http://phpsecurity.org/ for his book "Essential PHP Security"
• http://shiflett.org/ for his website, blog, etc.
• He is Speaking at PHP CodeWorks in Sept/Oct.