Introduction to Zend Expressive
Over the last number of months the Zend Framework team’s been hard at work on Zend Framework 3. And there are major changes afoot. In this 2-part series, we look at one of the core components - Zend Expressive.
How to Test Zend Framework Applications with Codeception - Part Two
In part two of the series on testing Zend Framework applications with Codeception, we see how to retrieve and test registered services using BDD-style testing
Why a Commitment to Continuous Deployment Pays Off
Recently, I was asked to build an application with a rapid turnaround time and modest budget. Being the sole developer, here’s the approach I took to make the development process as simple and efficient as possible
How to Test Zend Framework Applications with Codeception
Testing is essential for creating reliable software. Whether you're writing a small application for your local club or an application to back your startup, it needs test coverage to ensure it works properly. In this series, I show you how to test Zend Framework 2 applications using the comprehensive testing framework - Codeception.
You Landed Your First Developer Role - Now What? (Part Three)
Landing the first role as a developer seems like the hardest thing to do. Then you realised it's just the beginning. What do you do to become a professional developer?
How I Improved My Audio Recording Quality with the MXL 990
Last week, I traded in my Blue Yeti USB microphone for an MXL 990 XLR mic. I'm beyond happy with the increase in quality. Here's the backstory.
You Landed Your First Developer Role - Now What (Part Two)?
Landing the first role as a developer seems like the hardest thing to do. Then you realised it's just the beginning. What do you do to become a professional developer?
You Landed Your First Developer Role - Now What (Part One)?
Sometimes, landing the first role as a developer seems like the hardest thing to do. Then you realise it's only just the beginning. But what do you do to become a professional developer?
Why Microframeworks Create Lean Applications
Recently I built a new application using SlimPHP, a PHP microframework, instead of a full-stack framework, such as Symfony or Zend Framework 2. In this post, I start discussing how taking this approach has lead to a leaner application design.
Simplify Your PHP Deployment Needs with Deployer
Choice can be a good thing, but often too much choice is worse than too little. You risk becoming overwhelmed, confused, even paralyzed. Come learn about the simplest deployment tool for PHP.