The year was defined by transitioning to and solidifying version 8.
After the massive changes in 8.0 and 8.1 (like enums and fibers), 2022 focused on static analysis and making the language more predictable for enterprise use. Why use PHP in 2022? 2022.php
In 2022, PHP remained a powerhouse for web development, powering roughly . Far from being a "dying" language, it evolved significantly with the introduction of modern features like fibers and the establishment of the PHP Foundation to ensure its long-term stability. Key Developments in 2022 The year was defined by transitioning to and
2022 was the first full year for the PHP Foundation , a collective of companies (like JetBrains ) and community members dedicated to funding core developers after major contributors like Nikita Popov stepped back. In 2022, PHP remained a powerhouse for web