The release of PHP 8.3 occurred as planned on November 23, bringing numerous enhancements and brand-new capabilities compared to its predecessor, PHP 8.2. Despite being a minor version update, PHP 8.3 introduces changes that could notably impact how developers engage with PHP, potentially enabling more efficient and error-free coding.
Now, let’s explore the notable advancements, both large and seemingly small, that accompany PHP 8.3.
Noteworthy Additions and Updates in PHP 8.3
Firstly, let’s delve into the headline features of PHP 8.3.
Enhanced Class Constants
… …For a comprehensive breakdown of every change in this update, the detailed change log is available. For developers upgrading from PHP 8.2 to 8.3, the Migration Guide from 8.2 to 8.3 could provide valuable assistance.
For those tasked with PHP installation on either development or production environments, PHP 8.3 is available for download.
Kinsta customers can rest assured knowing that the new version will be deployed on servers supporting their Managed WordPress Hosting or Application Hosting plans.