How do you debug PHP scripts? How do you debug PHP scripts? I am aware of basic debugging such as using the Error Reporting. The breakpoint debugging in PHPEclipse is also quite useful. What is the best (in terms of fast and easy) way to debug in phpStorm or any other IDE? Solution  :  Try Eclipse PDT to setup an Eclipse environment that has debugging features like you mentioned. The ability to step into the code is a much better way to debug then the old method of var_dump and print

Login Script with hidden buttons I have been using PHP and Javascript for building my dads website. He wants to incorporate a login system into his website. I have the design for the login system using PHP, my problem is how do I show buttons if the person is logged in. For Example - You have Home, Products, About Us, and Contact. Well I want to have buttons for Dealer, Distributor, and maybe other information if the user is logged in. So I will have Home, Products, About