Category Archives: Script Automation

Script automation from the command line (part 2 of 2)

We’re back to finish part 2 of our command line PHP script to run our cron jobs. We’ll start by creating a new file titled update_prices.php.  This filename should describe the overall goal you are intending to perform.   The first step is to include the database connector class, a methods class and our previously…

Script automation from the command line (part 1 of 2)

The best part about working with talented PHP Developers in the workplace is learning techniques to make us better developers. Last week I was required to create an automated PHP script to convert a data file of a legacy application into a newly created internal web app. After completing it, a workmate of mine; Tom…