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Using Backed Enums with Laravel Authorization

Simplify authorization in Laravel with direct enum support. The updated AuthorizesRequests trait now accepts backed enums without requiring the ->value accessor. Basic Usage Define and use your permission enums directly: enum DashboardPermission: string { case VIEW = 'dashboard.view'; case EDIT = 'dashboard.edit'; case MANAGE = '

Custom String IDs in Laravel Models: A New Approach

Need to use custom unique identifiers in your Laravel models? The refactored HasUniqueStringIds trait provides a clean way to implement custom string IDs without overriding route binding queries. Basic Usage Create your custom ID trait: trait HasTwrnsTrait { use HasUniqueStringIds; public function newUniqueId() { return (string) Twrn::new(); } protected function isValidUniqueId($value)

Testing Deferred Operations in Laravel

Testing deferred operations in Laravel just got easier. The new withoutDefer() and withDefer() test helpers allow you to control when deferred functions execute during your tests. Basic Usage Control deferred execution in your tests: // Without control - deferred operations won't execute immediately User::create(['name' =>

Convert Numbers to Ordinal Words in Laravel

Need to spell out ordinal numbers in your Laravel app? The Number::spellOrdinal method provides a convenient way to convert numeric values into their ordinal word form. Basic Usage Convert numbers to ordinal words easily: use Illuminate\Support\Number; $title = 'The ' . Number::spellOrdinal(40) . ' president'; // Result:

Fluent Request Data Handling in Laravel

Managing request data just got smoother in Laravel. The new fluent() method on the Request class lets you handle input data with grace, providing null-safe access and enhanced transportability. Basic Usage Transform your request data into a fluent instance: /** @var Illuminate\Http\Request $request */ $data = $request->fluent(); // Access properties

Detect Empty Values in Laravel with the blank Function

Validating empty values in PHP can be tricky. Laravel's blank function simplifies this process by providing a consistent way to check for 'blank' values. Basic Usage The blank function works with various types: // Returns true blank(''); blank(' '); blank(null); blank(collect()); // Returns

Remove Nested Values in Laravel with data_forget Function

Need to remove values from deeply nested arrays? Laravel's data_forget function brings a convenient way to handle nested data removal using simple dot notation. Basic Usage Remove a single nested value: $data = ['products' => ['desk' => ['price' => 100]]]; data_forget(

Graceful Error Handling with Laravel's rescue Function

Exception handling shouldn't break your application's flow. Laravel's rescue function provides a clean way to execute potentially risky code while maintaining smooth operation. Basic Usage Here's how to use the rescue function: // Simple usage return rescue(function () { return $this->method(); }); // With

Fluent Array Handling in Laravel: The fluent() Helper

Working with nested arrays in Laravel just got smoother with the introduction of the fluent() helper function, providing a more intuitive way to access and manipulate multi-dimensional data. Basic Usage Here's how to work with multi-dimensional arrays using the fluent helper: $data = [ 'user' => [ 'name&

Laravel's Context Helper: Managing Contextual Data

Need a simpler way to handle context in your Laravel application? The new context() helper function brings an elegant solution for managing contextual data throughout your app's lifecycle. Basic Usage The context helper provides multiple ways to interact with contextual data: // Add data to context context(['user&