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Learn how to eliminate the `undefined variable` error in your PHP contact script by properly initializing your variables before use.
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Fixing the undefined variable error in your PHP contact script

If you’re working on a PHP contact form and have encountered an “undefined variable” error after submitting the form, you’re not alone. Many developers face this issue, especially if they are new to PHP. This guide will help you understand why you are seeing this error and how to fix it.

Understanding the Problem

When you submit a form in PHP, the handling code runs to process the data. The error you're experiencing typically occurs when you try to access a variable that hasn’t been explicitly initialized. In your case, the errors are related to two variables: $errEmail and $errMessage.

The Error Message

$errEmail: Undefined variable on line 24

$errMessage: Undefined variable on line 22

This suggests that the code is attempting to reference these variables before they've been given a value, especially after a form submission.

Solution: Properly Initialize Your Variables

To resolve the issue, you need to ensure that the variables $errEmail and $errMessage are initialized before they are checked in your conditions. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how to do this:

Step 1: Initialize Your Variables

Right before the conditional checks, add the following lines to ensure that the variables always have a defined value:

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Step 2: Modify Your Conditional Logic

With the variables initialized to an empty string, you can now safely check for errors in your form submission. The updated segment of your code will look like this:

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Conclusion

By initializing your error variables before your conditional checks, you can easily prevent the “undefined variable” errors from disrupting your script execution. This not only makes your code more reliable but also improves the user experience by ensuring that error feedback is provided in a timely manner.

Feel free to test the updated script in your PHP environment and see the difference it makes! If you have further issues or need clarification on specific parts, drop your questions in the comments below. Happy coding!