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Choosing the right PHP framework means balancing developer experience, performance, stability, and long-term maintenance. In this clip from a recent webinar, “From Legacy to Long-Term Stability: Practical Strategies for Web App Framework Migrations,” Zend Senior Solutions Engineer Yeshua Hall breaks down the strengths and trade-offs of today's most popular backend frameworks, including Laravel, Symfony, Laminas, and Mezzio.

Migrating to a modern PHP framework involves more than moving code. Legacy applications often rely on patterns and practices that don't translate directly to frameworks like Laravel, Symfony, Laminas, or Mezzio.

Still running an older PHP version and not sure how to upgrade safely? In this clip from “The 2026 State of PHP” webinar, Zend PHP experts break down how to update PHP versions and discuss why it’s a critical part of legacy software modernization. For years, PHP was easy: install it, run it, and forget it. But today, organizations are being forced to rethink that approach as older versions reach end-of-life — leaving applications without security updates or support. And PHP LTS? It’s often the best answer.

Discover the hidden costs of poor documentation and divergent patterns in PHP development. In this video, we explore the importance of thorough PHP documentation and how following PHP best practices can prevent knowledge gaps, reduce rework, and streamline modernization efforts. Don't let tribal knowledge hold your projects back.

Modernizing enterprise PHP applications can be tricky without the right approach. In this video, we share essential PHP tips and PHP best practices to ensure smooth business continuation during modernization. Learn how to balance legacy support, avoid understaffed teams, and hit your milestones without stumbling into unexpected expenses.

Balancing modernization and legacy code can be a challenge for web developers. In this video, we dive into managing time as a web developer during an enterprise PHP upgrade, exploring the hidden time costs of refactoring, training, and debugging. Learn how to navigate these challenges while maintaining team velocity and tackling cognitive load.