how to use php basename
 

hi

can someone explain the use of:

basename(dirname(__FILE__)

I am trying to follow instructions from a book but its not clear.

Also:
Is it ok for me to ask for direct assistance from some in the forum?

I am interested in web dev and I have learnt quit a bit but I am having trouble putting all I've learnt together to create a complete web app.

Please let me know,
Thanks

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you can look for "basename" in the functions' description


Description
string basename ( string $path [, string $suffix ] )

Given a string containing a path to a file, this function will return the base name of the file.

means: the name of the file without directories...