The role of the PHP developer is to design dynamic websites with the PHP programming language. He can use it with proprietary framework, without framework, or with open source framework (Zend, Symfony...). The PHP developer must work with the project manager who communicates the specifications constituting the expectations, needs, and requests of the customers on which he will have to be inspired to offer adjusted solutions and implement them on the website he will develop. His role is not limited to this as he must also ensure the follow-up of the sites throughout their life in order to be able to intervene and manage updates and possible bugs.

The PHP developer, thanks to his skills and computer technique, corresponds to the requests of his customers by developing and programming dynamic websites while relying on the specifications made by the project manager. 

The PHP developer creates functionalities of a website by interpreting the requests of the customers. He implements technical options to create custom websites. In fact, he analyzes the client's needs before developing technical options. Then, he adjusts his solutions to develop the particular functionalities of the website. Finally, he performs a test of his site before proposing all the functionality to his client.

A PHP developer who does not have the mastery of PHP, simply does not exist! It is the very basis of his job. Of course, mastering other programming languages such as HTML and CSS, operational tools such as CMS as well as frameworks such as Symfony 2, 2.8, 3, Zend Framework, Laravel, Code Igniter is also advised to succeed in fulfilling his missions.

In addition to technical skills, the PHP developer must also have human qualities such as adaptability, rigor, respect of deadlines, be able to self-train, know how to work under pressure and above all a pronounced taste for teamwork.

The PHP developer generally requires a minimum of a degree in computer science and can go up to Master II. The most well known training courses are the Professional Bachelor's Degree, the Engineering School, the Communication Networks Specialization, the Master's Degree in Web Design, and the Schools Specialized in Computer Science, etc.

Many PHP developers are self-taught, and it is possible to dig into the profession without having to do specialized studies. However, this is quite unusual and requires a strong experience and excellent references.

With the experience and skills acquired over the years, a PHP developer can evolve and become for example an IT Project Manager, a Webmaster or a Web Technical Project Manager.