Loops shorthand?

PHP
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hi,
i m new to programming but i was wondering what is shorthand for loops called i.e while ($page_query->have_posts()) : $page_query->the_post(); i know its boolean but what is it called and how can i learn this sort of loops.because i work with wordpress and they use these kind of loops a lot.

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Alternative syntax? http://www.php.net/manual/it/control-structures.alternative-syntax.php

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thanks that was a lot helpful! do u know any wordpress. i m stuck :rolleyes:

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We have a CMS & Wordpress forum. If you ask your WP questions there, I’m sure someone will have the answer.

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ok done.i hope someone do reply.