Learn how to manually set the intended URL in Laravel routes using the setIntendedUrl method, allowing seamless redirection after user actions, like submitting feedback, even for unauthenticated users.

This article showcase Laravel’s new methods for negative relation queries with real-world examples, like identifying inactive users or unverified accounts.

The throw_if helper provides a clean and concise way to throw exceptions when a condition is met, reducing the need for verbose if statements in your code.

use App\Exceptions\OrderException;

$order = Order::find($id);

// Throw an exception if the order total exceeds a limit
throw_if($order->total > 10000, new OrderException("Order #{$order->id} has already been processed."));

PSR-6 standardizes caching interfaces in PHP, allowing seamless backend swaps and consistent methods across libraries.

The article explores configuring PHP session storage using Memcache and Redis, highlighting the importance of correct session locking. It offers guidance on setting optimal lock times to prevent session write issues, particularly for high-traffic websites.

This RFC proposes enabling attributes for compile-time non-class constants in PHP using Attribute::TARGET_CONSTANT, updating TARGET_ALL to include constants, and updating #[\Deprecated] to enable marking constants as deprecated. Attributes are restricted to individually defined constants to prevent confusing code. Additionally, ReflectionConstant::getAttributes() is introduced for runtime access.

The Laravel Backup package by Spatie allows you to easily create reliable backups for your Laravel app, ensuring data safety and recovery solutions with minimal configuration.

SQL treats NULL values as distinct, allowing multiple NULLs in UNIQUE columns, which can confuse developers accustomed to ORMs. Learn how to handle this quirk using generated columns or partial indexes for ensuring uniqueness.

The piece explores the career paths of generalists, specialists, and hybrid professionals, highlighting their unique pros and cons. It emphasizes the importance of aligning career choices with personal goals and industry demands, while advocating for continuous growth and adaptability.