Extending the PHP Language with Static Analysis- Dave Liddament

This talk explores innovative ways to extend PHP's capabilities using static analysis, catering to those looking to add features commonly found in other programming languages. The speaker introduces the PHP Language Extension library, highlighting features such as Java's package level visibility and C++'s friend functionality. Attendees will learn how to create a custom PHPStan rule, providing a framework to inspire their own PHP enhancements. By the end of the session, participants will have a solid starting point for developing custom rules and features within PHP.