SCORM

SCORM (Sharable Content Object Reference Model) is a set of technical standards for e-learning software products. For PHP developers, expertise in SCORM is essential when building or maintaining Learning Management Systems (LMS) that need to import, play, and track e-learning content from various sources.

PHP Development for E-Learning Platforms

A PHP developer working with SCORM is responsible for integrating SCORM-compliant content into an LMS. This involves creating the necessary server-side logic to handle content packages, which are typically ZIP files containing HTML, JavaScript, and an imsmanifest.xml file. The developer must write PHP code to parse this manifest, launch the content, and implement the SCORM Runtime Environment API to track student progress, such as completion status, scores, and session time.

Essential SCORM and PHP Skills

• A solid understanding of SCORM versions, primarily 1.2 and 2004.
• Experience building or contributing to a PHP-based LMS like Moodle, Totara, or a custom-built platform.
• Proficiency in client-side JavaScript to manage communication between the learning content and the LMS.
• Strong XML parsing skills to interpret the imsmanifest.xml file.
• Database design and management skills for storing learner data and progress reports.