Five Useful PHP Tools for Web Development

Here are five very useful PHP tools for web development, including development framework, debugger, PHP code generator, etc.

 

1.   CakePHP

CakePHP is a rapid development framework, with the application of some good design patterns, such as ActiveRecord、Association Data Mapping、Front Controller and MVC. It is to enable each developer to develop good and flexible web applications.

2.   PHPScriptGen

PHPScriptGen is a powerful free online development tool that can automatically generate fully functional and customizable codes for PHP/MySQL applications. Completed CRUD (Create, Retrieve Update and Delete) scripts can be created within minutes. It is simple and easy for both beginners and veteran programmers to use.

3.   Zend Studio

Zend Studio is the only integrated development environment (IDE) for professional developers throughout the PHP development cycle, which includes all the necessary parts in PHP development. Zend Studio accelerates development cycles and simplifies complex application programs through a set of tools of editing, debugging, analysis, etc.

4.   PHP Debugger

DBG is a full-featured PHP debugger, an interactive tool that helps you debugging PHP scripts. It works on a production and/or development web server and allows you debug your scripts locally or remotely, from an IDE or console.

5.   Xaraya

Xaraya is a content management system and development framework, which contains the basic modules and tools needed to create a dynamic cross-platform content management system. It is easy to install and use. Xaraya features a modular and secure architecture, with a focus on separation between design and content, in order to achieve a more flexible product. It can be operated with different databases, including MySQL, Postgres and SQLite.