If you already have a programming background, my advice is build a simple app. Pick up a fairly easy framework (like CodeIgniter in PHP's case) to help you hast

If you already have a programming background, my advice is build a simple app. Pick up a fairly easy framework (like CodeIgniter in PHP's case) to help you hasten your coding. Added advantage is decent security measures built-in that a neophyte can unwittingly leave out. Finally, tighten php.ini for production.