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🚀🚀🚀 #Symfony 7.1 was #released today (May 31, 2024) 🚀🚀🚀 (It's end of support is January 2025) 💻 Symfony 7.1 is backed by: JoliCode, Rector and Les-Tilleuls.coop 🔍 Main #features in Symfony 7.1: - new TypeInfo component - new #[IsCsrfTokenValid] attribute - new #[MapUploadedFile] attribute to map uploaded files to controller arguments - new #[AutowireMethodOf] DI Attribute - new #[AutowireInline] DI Attribute to define services inside the related PHP class - new #[Assert\MacAddress] constraint - new #[Assert\Charset('UTF-8')] constraint - Range Validation in Ip and Cidr Constraints - PasswordStrength - #[Assert\Type('list')] - #[Assert\Type('associative_array')] - expanding #[UniqueEntity] Constraint to Any PHP Class - WebProfiler Improvements - Improved Access Token Authenticator - New Mainer integration (e.g. Microsoft Azure Communication Services, Resend) - New Notifier integration (e.g. Seven.io, Bluesky, SMSBOX, SMSense, etc.) - new command secrets:reveal - new setIgnoredSignals([SIGKILL, SIGUSR1]) method to ignore signals when running processes - improved command debug:serializer (to also display the serialized path) - improved command messenger:consume --all (to consume messages from all the available receivers) - improved command lint:twig --excludes option to ignore certain directories - Mapped Route Parameters to define the mapping between the route parameter and the controller argument - deprecate the automatic mapping of route parameters into Doctrine entities - updated Console & Messenger component to subscribe to the SIGQUIT signal - Emoji Component 🎉+ Twig emojify filter (:+1:|emojify) 👍 - update getPreferredLanguage to try a perfect match first and then try a partial match based only on the language of the locale - update dd() to omit the argument if you don't want to dump any variable - you will see the 🐛 emoji. - two new options so you can customize the ChoiceType separator - new readFile() method on Filesystem component that either returns the content of a given file or throws an IOException - SYMFONY_DOTENV_PATH env var that stores the location of the .env file - min() and max() function in ExpressionLanguage Component to define Expressions - update Signing URIs to expire URIs after some time - Improved Linter for Expressions Changelog: https://lnkd.in/diV4nD25 Blog post: https://lnkd.in/dMFF-rGm New features: https://lnkd.in/d7C67mmD Release page: https://lnkd.in/dvm985Qs

PHP 🐘 Developers: If you haven't checked out Level 10 of the brand-new PHPStan 2.0 yet, now's the time! This release takes type safety to the next level, helping you catch even the tiniest issues before they hit production. In this article, I'll show you why PHPStan 2.0 is a game-changer for clean, reliable PHP code, and how the latest updates can supercharge your development workflow. Go ahead and take a look here 👇 #PHP #PHPStan #Development #CleanCode #StaticAnalysis

𝑬𝒙𝒄𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒏𝒆𝒘𝒔 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑳𝒂𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍 𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒉𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒔! 🚀 Laravel 11 has been released, bringing innovative features and updates that promise to enhance your development experience. This version introduces improved routing capabilities, advanced security measures, and a more efficient database query builder. Laravel 11 also focuses on developer productivity, offering new helper functions and blade component tags, making your code cleaner and more maintainable. Dive into the future of PHP development with Laravel 11 and leverage these enhancements to build more robust, scalable, and performant web applications.💻 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 👉 https://bit.ly/3x01D9X #Laravel11 #Laravel #Updates #LaravelUpdate #TechUpdates #LaravelDevelopment #Innovation #LaravelDevelopmentAgency #HireLaravelDeveloper #LaravelDeveloper #PHPDevelopment #WebDevelopment #Metizsoft

🚀 Unlocking Asynchronous PHP with a Simple, Powerful Solution 🚀 As a full-stack PHP developer, I've always been keen on finding efficient solutions to enhance performance without over-complicating the architecture. Recently, I faced a challenging task: to run potentially heavy code asynchronously and detached, without adding unnecessary complexity or overhead. Here's the journey we navigated through: - PHP async libraries (like AmPHP, ReactPHP, Revolt) were initially considered but didn't fully detach from the main code. - PHP Threads (parallel and pthread) were promising but required a significant rebuild of the PHP interpreter, an overhead we wanted to avoid. - Laravel Queue seemed a good fit but depended on a constantly running worker. - Queue tools like RabbitMQ and Redis were set aside due to their added complexity and potential as a fail point. - Event listeners were also not suitable as they weren’t truly asynchronous. After thorough research and testing, we found our winner: the Symfony Process Component. This robust tool allowed us to run a shell command directly from PHP, perfectly aligning with our needs for simplicity and efficiency. This approach has streamlined our processes significantly, enhancing our application's performance without the heavy lift typically associated with asynchronous tasks in PHP. For developers wrestling with similar challenges, consider diving into the simplicity and power of Symfony's Process component. It might just be the game-changer you need! 🌟 #PHP #Symfony #WebDevelopment #Asynchronous #TechSolutions #DeveloperLife

Navigating PHP Version Woes: How I Tackled Legacy Code with Herd Hey fellow developers, Ever found yourself stuck between a rock and a hard place when working with legacy PHP projects on outdated versions? That's exactly where I found myself recently. Let me walk you through my journey and how I overcame the hurdles. So, I landed a gig that required diving into a project built on PHP 7, while I was comfortably cruising on PHP 8.2 and it been a while since i worked on such old code, i knew solving the issue will be a drag, cause of the process involved and let's just say i was just lazy and needed the easiest way to resolve the issue. As soon as I cloned the repo and attempted to install the necessary composer files, bam! Error city. The disparity in PHP versions hit me like a ton of bricks. Initially, I brainstormed various solutions, from downgrading my PHP version (which seemed like a hassle) to dockerizing the entire app (an overkill for an already live project). Then, a colleague swooped in with a lifeline - an article on managing multiple PHP versions in XAMPP. While I appreciated the suggestion, would have love to stick to it, but since I had used such approach before, i decided to a new method a try but an easy method though😂. I enter **Laragon**, a game-changer in my toolkit. Almost ready to dive in, before I stumbled upon **Herd**, a package by Laravel that had recently released its Windows version. The allure of Herd was irresistible – goodbye "php artisan serve", hello seamless project management with built-in nginx and domain assignment. So with this herd, it solved my issue with i. managing multiple php versions, along with node and other programs, ii. it shipped with nginx, iii. it turn the folder of each of your project to a domain, so your app is easily accessible iv. lastly for me, it allows u to have #ssl for the domains, so u can try out things u could on as though u are on production. After a few tweaks to get everything running smoothly, I was in business. Setting PHP7 as default for my legacy project was a breeze with Herd. No sweat, just a simple "herd composer install" command, and I was off to the races. What impressed me most was that I didn't need to sacrifice my default XAMPP setup. Herd seamlessly integrated into my workflow, allowing me to switch PHP versions effortlessly. So for anything relating to php 7, i just had to prefix herd to the command for it to work and it will use the php 7, or any version u set for that project or globally. So, if you're grappling with similar PHP version nightmares, I highly recommend giving Herd a spin. Say goodbye to setup disruptions and hello to smooth sailing, whether you're tackling legacy projects or venturing into new territory. Check out Herd at https://herd.laravel.com/ – your workflow will thank you. And hey, who needs Docker anyway? 😉 (just joking about the docker stuff LOL). Let me know if you have any questions or share your own experiences below!

🚀 Check out my latest blog post on the PHP/Laravel Weekly News Summary - April 29th to May 5th, 2024! ✨ Are you passionate about PHP/Laravel development? Check out my comprehensive summary covering the latest updates and news from April 29th to May 5th, 2024. From new features to important community updates, this summary has got you covered! Read the full post here: https://lnkd.in/gRD5eX-Y Feel free to share your thoughts and any additional insights with me. Happy coding! 💻 #Laravel #PHP #TechNews #TechUpdates #WeeklyNewUpdates

Unlock the power of Laravel in 2024! Dive into the expansive ecosystem of tools and frameworks designed to streamline development, enhance security, and boost productivity. From authentication to deployment, discover everything you need to know about the latest Laravel innovations. https://lnkd.in/dX3fT9dz #laravelecosystem #laraveldeveloper #laraveldevelopment #laravel #laravelframework #webdeveloment #php #webapps #laravelcommunity #PHPframework #laravelsolutions #laravelprojects #techsolutions

🎯 Symfony Component of the Day: Console Welcome to my new series where I’ll dive into a Symfony component every day, sharing insights and examples to help you master this powerful framework! 🚀 🔍 Today’s Component: Symfony Console The Console component is a must-have for developers who want to create command-line applications in PHP. It’s highly flexible and makes building CLI tools easy and efficient. 🛠 Key Features: • Handle user inputs and outputs seamlessly. • Add interactivity with options, arguments, and questions. • Built-in styling for cleaner CLI outputs. 📋 Quick Example: Here’s how to create a basic console command: // src/Command/GreetCommand.php namespace App\Command; use Symfony\Component\Console\Command\Command; use Symfony\Component\Console\Input\InputInterface; use Symfony\Component\Console\Output\OutputInterface; class GreetCommand extends Command {   protected static $defaultName = 'app:greet';   protected function configure(): void   {     $this       ->setDescription('Sends a greeting')       ->setHelp('This command allows you to send a greeting message.');   }   protected function execute(InputInterface $input, OutputInterface $output): int   {     $output->writeln('👋 Hello, Symfony developer!');     return Command::SUCCESS;   } } 👨💻 Run Your Command: 1. Register the command in your Symfony application. 2. Run it in your terminal: php bin/console app:greet And voilà! Your first CLI tool with Symfony Console. 💡 Why Use It? The Console component powers not only your custom commands but also many of Symfony’s built-in tools, such as cache:clear and make:entity. ➡️ Stay tuned for tomorrow’s component! What’s your favorite use case for the Symfony Console? Share in the comments below! #Symfony #PHP #ConsoleComponent #WebDevelopment #LearnSymfony

Follow along with developer Fernando Castillo as he shows us how to use Symfony events to extend console applications, then combine them with PHP attributes to add controlled behaviors to specific commands https://bit.ly/4bJucHz #symfony #symfonydevs #php #phpdevs