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 # Welcome
 
-There's a lot of outdated information on the Web that leads new PHP users astray, propagating bad practices and bad code. This must stop. _PHP: The Right Way_ is an easy-to-read, quick reference for PHP best practices, accepted coding standards, and links to authoritative tutorials around the Web.
-
-It is important to understand _there is no canonical way to use PHP_. That's the beauty of it. This website introduces new PHP developers to best practices, available options, and good information.
+There's a lot of outdated information on the Web that leads new PHP users astray, propagating bad practices and bad
+code. This must stop. _PHP: The Right Way_ is an easy-to-read, quick reference for PHP best practices, accepted coding 
+standards, and links to authoritative tutorials around the Web.
 
 ## Disclaimer
 
-This is a living document and will continue to be updated with more helpful information and examples as they become available.
+_There is no canonical way to use PHP_. However, this website is a humble display of some of the best practices,
+available options, and good information. It aims to introduce new PHP developers and to rethink seasoned pros with fresh
+ideas.
+
+This is a living document and will continue to be updated with more helpful information and examples as they become
+available.
 
 ## How to Contribute
 
@@ -14,8 +19,8 @@ Help make this website the best resource for new PHP programmers! [Contribute on
 
 ## Spread the Word!
 
-_PHP: The Right Way_ has web banner images you can use on your website. Show your support, and let new PHP
-developers know where to find good information!
+_PHP: The Right Way_ has web banner images you can use on your website. Show your support, and let new PHP developers
+know where to find good information!
 
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