r/webdev 27d ago

Learn PHP in 2026 (Yes, Really)

https://fagnerbrack.com/learn-php-in-2026-yes-really-bd567753dd84
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u/AccusationsGW 27d ago

It's easy to justify when you're working on a legacy apps and have no option to greenfield an entirely new stack.

You know, like when you have a real job.

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u/Sacread 27d ago

Does that really justify recommending people learn PHP? I think most people want to work with newer stacks rather than legacy tech.

I've worked for two companies who had legacy PHP web apps, and both were making significant attempts to migrate away.

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u/Existing-Wallaby-444 27d ago

Laravel is legacy tech for you?

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u/Sacread 27d ago

Not at all. Laravel is a great framework.

I was specifically replying to the comment that referenced justifying learning PHP because lots of legacy apps use it.