PHP is a widely used server-side scripting language for web development. It was created in 1995 and now powers over 244 million websites. PHP can be used for any type of website development and offers over 700 built-in functions. It is suitable for web development due to its multi-platform, multi-web server and multi-database support. Cegonsoft teaches technologies like PHP, CakePHP, Smarty, Joomla and provides students with real-world projects, placement assistance and soft skills training to help them become leaders in the field.