Using <?= vs echo or print

[Anon]

I've seen <?= used sometimes to echo variables and I'm wondering if there is a recommended way to print variables.

I've been told to use <?php ?> brackets to avoid confusing XML parsers. One concern I have is that <?php= doesn't work for echoing variables. I'd rahter not mix and match <?= and <?php echo statements so it seems like <?= isn't the best choice for printing variables.

[Anon]

hey stupid, i think you answered your own question.

[Anon]

It depends on how you like to code but to keep from confusing your code especially if you code in more then on languge it best to use <? echo $var ?> easier to make out

I will not chage your style of coding if you allready developed a pattern

[bfranco]

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Ouch, that weas mean... you're a mean guy!
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[Anon]

Thanks for the kind words mean guy!

vincent's response tell me everything I need to know.