Jeffrey Way

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Design Patterns in PHP

With Jeffrey Way

A design pattern is a common solution to a common problem. Nothing more, nothing less. And, while some of these approaches might seem foreign or overwhelming to you, the important thing to remember is that, as a developer, you are in charge. That means you decide when a pattern is appropriate, and when it's completely unnecessary. That's the key.

  • 8 Episodes
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Git Me Some Version Control

With Jeffrey Way

Version Control can be a mysterious thing at first. Why exactly do I need this?? Before long, though, you depend on it with your life. If you're new to this world, let me help!

  • 11 Episodes
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Advanced Eloquent

With Jeffrey Way

Sure, you've learned the essentials of using Eloquent in your applications, but do you really understand what's going on under the hood? Well, that's specifically what we're interested in for this series. How do all the bits and pieces fit together?

  • 5 Episodes
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How to Build Command-Line Apps

With Jeffrey Way

In this series, we'll learn how how to build command-line apps from scratch, using Symfony's excellent console component. In no time, you'll be whipping up executables to perform all sorts of tasks.

  • 6 Episodes
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Simple Rules for Simpler Code

With Jeffrey Way

If you've ever heard a developer use the term, "object calisthenics," you might have assumed that they were referring to some hugely complex topic. Luckily, though, that's not the case. It simply refers to a series of coding exercises to promote better software.

  • 5 Episodes
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Understand Regular Expressions

With Jeffrey Way

Does the thought of a confusing regular expression send chills down your back? Don't worry; you're in the majority. But, luckily, the truth is that the trick to understanding regular expressions simply boils down to basic memorization. It's not that tough, once you know what you're looking for.

  • 6 Episodes
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The Lifecycle of a New Feature

With Jeffrey Way

Want to join me, as I implement a new feature for Laracasts from scratch? Yes? Great! What exactly will we be tackling? Well, I'd like to offer visitors, who don't desire a subscription, the option of buying single videos on a one-off basis. We'll use Behat to help with this.

  • 3 Episodes
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SOLID Principles in PHP

With Jeffrey Way

SOLID represents a series of guidelines that developers can use to, if done well, simplify and clarify their code. While certainly not laws, understanding these concepts will make you a better developer.

  • 5 Episodes