Compiler?

Jmair

I'm starting out and I know that PHP isn't a compiled language, but is there a parser/compiler for PHP?

benracer

Hi, Try...

http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&safe=off&q=php+compiler+&meta=

Jmair

benracer wrote:
Hi, Try...

http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&safe=off&q=php+compiler+&meta=

Ahh,,:bemused: , I deserve that one. What I should have said is,
"Is there a preferred PHP compiler for Windows that anyone can recommend."

dougal85

Why do you want to "compile" your PHP code?

Jmair

I have experience with Visual C++ and Bloodshed compilers. For php I've been using an online parser and notepad and it's obviously not as robust as a dedicated compiler. I know PHP doesn't compile, but the mentioned compilers do allow for easier reading of code and allows for easier formatting. That's what I'm looking for more than anything, color changes for comments, tabs for indenting, additional ease of managing several html and php files at once.

I don't know what it would be called for PHP if one even exists, I'm sure "compiler" isn't it, but a "parser" doesn't sound exactly correct either.

NogDog

Perhaps you're looking for "IDE" (or even just "editor")?
Take a look at PHPDesigner, PDT Eclipse Project, and Zend Studio for 3 I can think of off the top of my head. Also search the "Echo Lounge" for threads discussing favorite editors and IDEs for PHP.

Jmair

NogDog wrote:
Perhaps you're looking for "IDE" (or even just "editor")?
Take a look at PHPDesigner, PDT Eclipse Project, and Zend Studio for 3 I can think of off the top of my head. Also search the "Echo Lounge" for threads discussing favorite editors and IDEs for PHP.

Ahh Perfect. That's what I was looking for. Thank ya!

NogDog

PS: If you're looking for a "Visual" style tool, you might want to check out Delphi for PHP.