Are there any specific PHP functions or libraries that can simplify the process of creating a select list with associated data input?

When creating a select list with associated data input in PHP, you can use the "foreach" loop to iterate over an array of options and dynamically generate the select list. You can also use HTML form elements to capture the associated data input for each option selected.

<form action="process_form.php" method="post">
    <select name="option">
        <?php
        $options = array(
            "option1" => "Option 1",
            "option2" => "Option 2",
            "option3" => "Option 3"
        );

        foreach ($options as $key => $value) {
            echo "<option value='$key'>$value</option>";
        }
        ?>
    </select>
    <input type="text" name="associated_data" placeholder="Enter associated data">
    <input type="submit" value="Submit">
</form>