Good day everyone, I just want to share my developed system which is entitled as Learning Management System Project In PHP.
This is a portal e-learning Management system Project in which all the information or the learning information are stored in the database.
Learning Management System Project In PHP is a project created using PHP programming language that can be used in a classroom based setup.
Wherein, the instructor can only upload the module or topic to the system and the student can only interact with the system and follow the instructions in the module set by the instructors.
The materials can be uploaded to the system could be images, topics, videos and many other instructional materials used in the classroom.
Project Information’s
| Project Name: | Learning Management System Project In PHP and MySQL With Source Code |
| Language/s Used: | PHP |
| PHP version (Recommended): | 5.6.3, 7.4.12 |
| Database: | MySQL |
| Type: | Website, Web Application |
| Developer: | IT SOURCECODE |
| Updates: | 0 |
Meaning the topics that are posted or displayed on the website are added without editing the source code of the system. There is another page in the system in which authorized users can have access then they can post their topics there.
Unlike with the typical e-learning system which there is no database and only the design.
Let’s discuss first what is E-Learning. E-Learning is learning by utilizing electronic technologies to access educational curriculum outside of a traditional classroom.
In most cases, it refers to a course, program, or degree delivered completely on-line.
Then now, let me give an idea about a web portal.
A Web portal is most often a specially designed web site that brings information together from diverse sources in a uniform way.
Usually, each information source gets its dedicated area on the page for displaying information (a portlet); often, the user can configure which ones to display.
Variants of portals include mashups and intranet “dashboards” for executives and managers.
The extent to which content is displayed in a “uniform way” may depend on the intended user and the intended purpose, as well as the diversity of the content.
Very often design emphasis is on a certain “metaphor” for configuring and customizing the presentation of the content and the chosen implementation framework and/or code libraries.
In addition, the role of the user in an organization may determine which content can be added to the portal or deleted from the portal configuration.
The system has been developed with the following programming languages. PHP, SQL, HTML, CSS and Javascript.
Learning Management System Project In PHP Features
Time needed: 5 minutes
Learning Management System Project In PHP with Source code features
- Add and Remove topic board or forum board
- Add topics in each board
- Update topic content in every board
- Remove topics from every board (Administrator access)
- User profile
- Update user profile information and display picture
- Upload Videos
- Upload Photos for topic document support
- Update users roles (Administrator, Moderator, Contributor, etc.)
- Send private messages
Summary
I have already presented here the information you’ll need to know about
Downloadable Source Code
Download the source code here.
Technology stack and requirements
To run this PHP project, you need these tools on your development machine:
- XAMPP or WAMP server. Bundles Apache, MySQL, and PHP so you can run PHP on Windows without individual installs. Free from apachefriends.org.
- PHP 8.0 or higher. Included with XAMPP. Older versions (5.x, 7.x) may work but modern PHP features improve security and performance.
- MySQL or MariaDB. Comes with XAMPP. phpMyAdmin manages the database through a browser UI.
- VS Code or PhpStorm. Free code editor with PHP syntax highlighting, IntelliSense, and debugging support.
- Web browser. Chrome, Firefox, or Edge for testing the running app.
Installing the source code
- Download the archive. Get the ZIP file from the download link on this page and extract it.
- Move to htdocs. Place the extracted folder inside C:\xampp\htdocs\ so Apache can serve it.
- Import the database. Open http://localhost/phpmyadmin, click Import, and select the .sql file included in the archive.
- Update database credentials. Open the config.php or connection.php file and set the correct database name, username, and password (default XAMPP: root / empty password).
- Run the project. Start Apache + MySQL in XAMPP, then visit http://localhost/your-project-folder/ in a browser.
Using this project for your BSIT capstone
This PHP project maps cleanly to standard BSIT capstone documentation. Suggested chapter alignment:
- Chapter 1 (Introduction). Discuss the problem the system solves in real-world context. Cite Philippine business or academic use cases where a manual process could be replaced.
- Chapter 2 (Review of Related Literature). Compare this system’s features against 5-10 similar published projects. Cite journals like IJERT or IEEE Access for academic-standard sources.
- Chapter 3 (Methodology). Include Use Case Diagram, Data Flow Diagram, Entity Relationship Diagram, and Activity Diagram covering all major workflows.
- Chapter 4 (Results and Discussion). Screenshot each module of the running system with a caption explaining what data it processes and which user role interacts with it.
- Chapter 5 (Conclusion and Recommendations). Identify features that could be added in a Version 2, such as mobile app, REST API export, or AI-powered analytics.
Modules typical of Learning Management System Project
- Master data. CRUD forms for the primary entities with search and filter.
- Transaction processing. Data entry forms for day-to-day operations the system automates.
- Reports. Formatted printable output summarizing activity per day, user, or category.
- User management. Login with role-based permissions (Admin, Encoder, Viewer).
- Backup and restore. Export database to a .sql file and restore when needed.
Common enhancements for capstone review
- Modernize the UI. Add Bootstrap 5 or Tailwind CSS for a polished appearance.
- Add printable receipts. Use TCPDF or FPDF to generate PDF reports.
- Multi-user concurrency. Ensure database handles simultaneous writes without lost-update errors.
- Rewrite in Laravel. Migrate to Laravel for maintainability and modern development patterns.
Official documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this PHP Learning Management System work?
Course creation, lesson modules with file uploads (or YouTube embeds), quiz builder, student enrollment, progress tracking, certificate generation. Session-based roles.
What PHP and MySQL versions does this project require?
Most projects in this batch run on PHP 7.4 to PHP 8.2 with MySQL 5.7+ or MariaDB 10+. A few older projects need PHP 5.6 (deprecated, use XAMPP 7.x). To run: install XAMPP / WAMP / Laragon, extract project to htdocs, import the included .sql file via phpMyAdmin, edit the connection file (usually config.php or db_connect.php) with your DB credentials, browse to the project URL in your browser.
How do I set up the database for this PHP project?
Open phpMyAdmin (http://localhost/phpmyadmin/ on XAMPP), create a new empty database with the name specified in the project’s config.php. Click the Import tab, choose the included .sql file, click Go. Then edit config.php (or includes/connection.php) with: ‘localhost’, your MySQL username (usually ‘root’), your MySQL password (usually blank for XAMPP), and the database name.
Can I use this PHP project for a BSIT capstone or thesis?
Yes, but extend it. A bare CRUD app is too narrow for full capstone scope. Add: user roles via session checks, reports/dashboards (Chart.js + AJAX), PDF exports (TCPDF library), email notifications (PHPMailer), real domain extension (analytics, audit log, multi-branch support). Pair with Chapter 1-5 documentation matching your panel’s rubric.
Why am I getting ‘connection error’ or ‘undefined function mysqli_connect’?
Three common PHP issues: (1) Connection error: Apache + MySQL services not running in XAMPP control panel, OR database name in config.php does not match what you created in phpMyAdmin. (2) ‘undefined function mysqli_connect’: MySQL extension not enabled, in php.ini uncomment extension=mysqli (then restart Apache). (3) ‘No such file or directory’: MySQL socket path wrong, use 127.0.0.1 instead of localhost in the connection string.
Where can I find more PHP projects with source code?
Browse the PHP Projects hub for the full library (300+ vanilla PHP systems). For modern PHP MVC alternatives see Laravel Projects (74 systems) or CodeIgniter Projects (32 systems). For BSIT-focused capstone idea lists see 150 Best Capstone Project Ideas.
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Joken E. Villanueva
Founder & Lead Developer at PIES IT Solution
Founder of PIES Information Technology Solutions, a software company building production-grade applications for institutions across the Philippines. Over 8 years of hands-on full-stack development experience, currently leading the development of ClinicAI, an AI-powered clinic management platform.
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Please, the SQL file is missing from the project.
I’ll be glad if you can provide it.
Thanks in advance.
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Sql?
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Warning: require_once(C:/xampp/htdocs\E-LearningSystem\include\config.php): Failed to open stream: No such file or directory in C:\xampp\htdocs\e-learningsystem1\e-learningsystem(1)\e-learningsystem\include\initialize.php on line 14
Fatal error: Uncaught Error: Failed opening required ‘C:/xampp/htdocs\E-LearningSystem\include\config.php’ (include_path=’C:\xampp\php\PEAR’) in C:\xampp\htdocs\e-learningsystem1\e-learningsystem(1)\e-learningsystem\include\initialize.php:14 Stack trace: #0 C:\xampp\htdocs\e-learningsystem1\e-learningsystem(1)\e-learningsystem\register.php(2): require_once() #1 {main} thrown in C:\xampp\htdocs\e-learningsystem1\e-learningsystem(1)\e-learningsystem\include\initialize.php on line 14
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It is not missing the sql file is inside the folder the name is db_learning.
what are the logins thank you .
username: admin
password: admin