Here is a list of a few very simple tips for optimizing your php/mysql
applications. Keep these in mind while developing to survive the
digg-effect.

http://ttcom.blogspot.com/2006/05/simple-optimization-for-ph p-and-mysql.html

This page seemed well-intentioned and I'm sure that I would benefit
from a summarised list such as this but, given the onslaught of
criticisms, does anyone feel brave enough to post a revised version?

onslaught of what criticisms?

?

http://www.dublish.com/articles/10.html