When it comes to managing code repositories, collaborating with teams, and integrating CI/CD workflows, choosing the right platform is crucial. GitHub, Gitea, and OneDev are three popular solutions, but each serves different needs and audiences. Understanding their differences can help developers, startups, and enterprises select the best tool for their projects. GitHub: The Industry Standard … Read more
In modern development, most teams rely on platforms like GitHub for version control, collaboration, and project management. While these services are convenient, they often lock users into proprietary ecosystems, leaving little control over project data and workflows. If you’ve grown tired of constantly relying on cloud-hosted platforms for your code, or you want more control … Read more
For decades, PHP-FPM (FastCGI Process Manager) has been the undisputed heavyweight champion of running PHP in production, typically paired with web servers like Nginx or Apache. But a new contender has entered the arena: FrankenPHP, a modern application server written in Go that is changing the way we think about deploying PHP. So, is it … Read more
When building APIs or integrating external services in PHP, HTTP clients are essential. Two of the most popular options today are Guzzle and Symfony HttpClient. Both are powerful, but they approach the same goal differently. Choosing between them depends on your project’s structure, dependencies, and performance needs. Guzzle: The Veteran of PHP HTTP Clients For … Read more
In the world of modern web development, data is king. Whether you’re building a complex API, a data-intensive e-commerce platform, or a simple content management system, how you handle, process, validate, and store data can make or break your application’s performance, reliability, and maintainability. PHP, with its vast ecosystem, offers a plethora of powerful libraries … Read more
PHP is getting faster with every release, and PHP 8.4 is no exception. Released in November 2024, this version brings a host of optimizations, language enhancements, and new functionalities that dramatically improve developer experience and application performance. For backend developers, 2027 will be the year these features fully mature in the ecosystem, leading to measurable … Read more
When it comes to API testing and management, most developers’ first instinct is to reach for Postman. And for good reason: it’s widely used, has a polished UI, and a rich set of features. Insomnia, Paw, Hoppscotch, and other tools offer similar functionality. For years, I relied on them too. But as my projects grew, … Read more
You’ve finally done it. After weeks (or maybe months) of late nights coding, designing, and tweaking, your website is live. It feels like opening the doors of a brand‑new shop on a busy street—ready to connect with the world, share your latest online innovation, or grow your business. But then, you peek into your server … Read more
Imagine you’ve meticulously crafted a complex application, a symphony of interconnected services, each playing a vital role. You’ve carefully packaged each service into its own Docker container, creating isolated, self-contained units that function seamlessly. But as your application grows, orchestrating these containers across multiple machines becomes increasingly challenging. This is where Kubernetes enters the stage, … Read more
The modern digital ecosystem thrives on connectivity, linking users, apps, and services across the world. But this same interconnectedness also creates opportunities for abuse — especially through fake sign-ups using disposable email addresses. These short-lived accounts are often used by spammers, bots, and scammers to flood your system, manipulate reviews, or spread phishing links. If … Read more