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When it comes to the future of PHP programmers, it is much hyped that PHP will no longer survive the changing infrastructure. I am not of the opinion that PHP will ever be out of the market anytime soon. There is not just one but many reasons do back my argument.
There are major companies using PHP along with a large community backing it up. The greatest advantage is the ease with which you can get started with PHP. These points are discussed in greater detail in the video below.