Ok I don't understand what you were saying about my first question (regarding how the variable isn't in this particular script).
As of right now I'm using the require() function, and don't see the difference between require() and include().
Don't understand the point of something like "script.php?name=blabla" or how it would be used in context to what I'm working with. The hidden input also confuses me.
Sorry, I'm still learning this stuff, doing the best I can, I appreciate all of your help, sir!