Javascript POST Not Functioning: Sending Javascript Array to PHP

Problem:

A Javascript array cannot be sent to a PHP script using POST. The POST request fails to pass the array data.

Resolution:

The issue stems from a misunderstanding of the AJAX workflow. While jQuery simplifies the process, it does not automate it entirely. To send an array to PHP and display the output:

• index.php

...

• catcher.php

if(!empty($_POST)){
  $output['message'] = "Success!";
  echo json_encode($output);
}

Explanation:

• The HTML page includes a text input and a button.
• When the button is clicked, it retrieves the text from the input.
• If the text is not empty, an AJAX POST request is initiated using jQuery.
• The request sends the text to the catcher.php script.
• catcher.php handles the request, processes the data, and returns a JSON response with a success message.
• The AJAX callback function in index.php receives the response and sets it as the text for the #response element on the page.

By following this approach, you can successfully send and process Javascript arrays via POST requests and receive the results in your PHP script.