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Variable Scope

Explore the concept of variable scope in PHP to understand the difference between local and global variables. Learn when variables are accessible inside functions and how to use the global keyword to modify global variables from within functions. This lesson also covers variable variables for dynamic function calls, helping you manage data visibility and use variables effectively in your programs.

Introduction

The scope of a variable refers to the variable’s visibility, i.e., which part of the program can access that variable.

Types of Variables

There are two types of variables depending on the scope (or visibility):

  • local variables
  • global variables

Local Variables

Variables that are defined within a ...