SkillCertify Assessment

PHP Intermediate

HARD CERTIFICATION EXAM

Test your PHP Intermediate knowledge in a timed assessment. Pass the exam and earn a free, verifiable SkillCertify certificate.

20 Questions
20 min Time limit
80% To pass
Your progress is saved automatically
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WHAT TO EXPECT

Multiple-choice questions Curated questions covering core and advanced concepts
Timed assessment The countdown timer starts automatically once you begin
Automatic progress saving Every selection is safely recorded in real time
Review before submission Easily flag questions and review all answers prior to grading
Free Verifiable Certificate Score 80% or above to instantly earn an official verifiable SkillCertify certificate.
Assessment Overview

About the PHP Intermediate (Hard) Assessment

The PHP Intermediate certification exam validates your practical, working knowledge of PHP — the server-side scripting language that powers over 77% of all websites with a known server-side language, including WordPress, Laravel, and countless custom web applications. This exam is designed for developers who have moved past the basics and are writing real PHP code — handling forms, working with databases, managing sessions, and building dynamic web pages. If you're a web developer, backend engineer, or freelancer building PHP-based applications, this certification proves your skills are genuine and job-ready. Free certificate available upon passing. Upgrade to Premium for a high-resolution, watermark-free PDF — just $4.99.

Key Competencies

What You'll Be Tested On

PHP syntax, variables, data types, and operators at an intermediate level
Working with functions, arrays, and string manipulation in PHP
Object-Oriented Programming in PHP — classes, objects, inheritance, and interfaces
Connecting PHP to MySQL databases using PDO and MySQLi
Handling HTML forms securely — validation, sanitization, and error handling
Managing sessions and cookies for user authentication
Working with PHP file system functions — reading, writing, and uploading files
Understanding PHP error handling with try/catch and custom error handlers
Using Composer for package management and autoloading
PHP security best practices — SQL injection prevention, XSS protection, and password hashing

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Help & Information

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the PHP Intermediate Hard assessment work?

The assessment presents 20 timed multiple-choice questions focusing on practical and theoretical PHP Intermediate topics. You will have 20 minutes to complete the test.

What passing score is required to earn the certificate?

You must achieve a passing score of 80% or higher. Grading is calculated automatically upon submission, providing instant results and a complete question review.

Is the certificate free and shareable online?

Yes. Upon achieving 80% or above, you immediately receive a digital certificate equipped with a unique verification code that can be verified online anytime.

What happens if my connection drops or I need to take a break?

Your answers are automatically saved to our servers in real time. If you accidentally close your browser, you can return and resume your active attempt while time remains.

Can I practice before taking the timed exam?

Yes. We provide extensive untimed practice questions for PHP Intermediate so you can build confidence before beginning your official timed attempt.