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Testing Keeps Me From Getting Things Done
Writing unit tests takes time. Is it really worth the effort?
The Death Star Version Constraint
Sebastian Bergmann explains why using a too wide version constraint may cause trouble.
Migrating to PHPUnit 6
Sebastian Bergmann explains how to migrate your test suite to PHPUnit 6.
Refactoring to PHP 7
How do you adapt an existing codebase to PHP 7, and what are the benefits? Our friend Tim talks about his experiences when getting an e-commerce platform ready for PHP 7.
PHP 5: Active Support Ends. Now what?
Active support for PHP 5 has ended. What does this mean for you?
PHP 7 Explained
We are happy to announce that our eBook "PHP 7 Explained" is finally available for purchase.
ConFoo: Combining Tech like PHP and Node.js
ConFoo is a polyglot conference that showcases the power of combining diverse technologies [...]
Typed Arrays in PHP
As a community, we can only make progress when somebody pushes the boundaries. This can be done by questioning established best practices, or by coming up with new ideas.
Questioning PHPUnit Best Practices
Best practices are not set in stone and need to be questioned and then adapted, if need be, every once in a while.
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