[xauronx]

It's definitely not a bad idea to study PHP. That being said, I tend to think learning anything is a good idea (even a bad language would teach you something valuable).

It would seem you're definitely conscious of the disdain toward PHP. I would certainly keep that in mind if you find yourself applying for a job. If you're going to apply to a trendy (uppity) start up in California, the kids there will probably laugh at you if you have PHP listed before Node.js.

Study PHP, but on a framework with some sort of built in architecture. It's possible to write entire apps with all of your logic spread out willy-nilly throughout the view.

[jtreminio]

> If you're going to apply to a trendy (uppity) start up in California, the kids there will probably laugh at you if you have PHP listed before Node.js.

Yeah, this is the kind of shop you really don't want to work for.

edit: also,

> Study PHP, but on a framework with some sort of built in architecture. It's possible to write entire apps with all of your logic spread out willy-nilly throughout the view.

This is terrible advice and you should stop giving it.

[xauronx]

Just saw your edit. What's the terrible advice?