DrupalCon New Orleans 2016: Typed Drupal - A great combination of Drupal 8 and PHP 7

This talk explores the advantages of using strongly typed languages, specifically focusing on PHP 7 and its impact on developing custom modules in Drupal 8. The speaker discusses key features of strong typing, such as improved code readability, reduced bugs, and better refactoring capabilities, while contrasting them with the traditional weak typing of PHP. Attendees will learn about scalar type hints, return type declarations, and the benefits of strict typing mode in PHP 7, including how to handle type error exceptions. The session demonstrates how adopting typed code can enhance the stability and quality of Drupal modules, making development a more satisfying experience.