Migrating to PHP 7
Discover proven strategies for migrating to PHP 7 in this informative conference talk. Learn how to analyze your current PHP 5 application, develop a migration plan, and overcome common obstacles. Explore topics such as selling the migration to stakeholders, incremental maintenance costs, and whether a rewrite is necessary. Gain insights into essential tools like the PHP 7 Compatibility Checker, error reporting techniques, and log analysis. Address challenges with third-party code, test automation, and characterization tests. Dive into migration specifics including Zend Engine 1 considerations, container usage, and data quality improvements. Pick up valuable pro tips on handling deprecation warnings and implementing an agile migration approach. Equip yourself with the knowledge to successfully transition your PHP 5 application to PHP 7 and reap the benefits of improved performance and features.