Remi Collet has announced the release of PHP version 8.3.23RC1 and 8.4.9RC1 packages specifically designed for Fedora and RHEL-based Linux distributions. These Release Candidate (RC) versions are now accessible in the testing repository, encouraging broader user testing. They can be installed either as Software Collections, allowing for parallel installation, or as base packages.
The RPMs for PHP 8.4.9RC1 are available as base packages in the remi-modular-test repository for Fedora versions 40-42 and Enterprise Linux versions 8 and above, as well as in the remi-test repository as Software Collections. Similarly, PHP 8.3.23RC1 is offered in the same repositories under the same conditions.
Both versions are compatible with x86_64 and aarch64 architectures. It is noteworthy that PHP version 8.2 is transitioning to security mode only, meaning no further RC versions will be released for it. Users interested in installation can refer to the provided wizard instructions for guidance.
For those looking to install or update, specific commands are available:
- For installing PHP 8.4 as a Software Collection: `yum --enablerepo=remi-test install php84`
- For installing PHP 8.3 as a Software Collection: `yum --enablerepo=remi-test install php83`
- To update system versions, users can switch to PHP 8.4 or 8.3 using `dnf module switch-to php:remi-8.4` or `dnf module switch-to php:remi-8.3`, respectively.
The RC versions are expected to mirror the final versions with no changes, except for security fixes, once released. The final versions of 8.3.23 and 8.4.9 are scheduled for launch on July 3rd.
In addition, it's important to note that the oci8 extension relies on the RPM of the Oracle Instant Client version 23.7 for both x86_64 and aarch64 architectures, and the intl extension uses libicu version 74.2.
Overall, these releases mark a significant step forward for PHP users on Fedora and RHEL-based systems, providing access to the latest features and improvements in the language. Users are encouraged to test these versions actively to ensure stability and performance before the final release
The RPMs for PHP 8.4.9RC1 are available as base packages in the remi-modular-test repository for Fedora versions 40-42 and Enterprise Linux versions 8 and above, as well as in the remi-test repository as Software Collections. Similarly, PHP 8.3.23RC1 is offered in the same repositories under the same conditions.
Both versions are compatible with x86_64 and aarch64 architectures. It is noteworthy that PHP version 8.2 is transitioning to security mode only, meaning no further RC versions will be released for it. Users interested in installation can refer to the provided wizard instructions for guidance.
For those looking to install or update, specific commands are available:
- For installing PHP 8.4 as a Software Collection: `yum --enablerepo=remi-test install php84`
- For installing PHP 8.3 as a Software Collection: `yum --enablerepo=remi-test install php83`
- To update system versions, users can switch to PHP 8.4 or 8.3 using `dnf module switch-to php:remi-8.4` or `dnf module switch-to php:remi-8.3`, respectively.
The RC versions are expected to mirror the final versions with no changes, except for security fixes, once released. The final versions of 8.3.23 and 8.4.9 are scheduled for launch on July 3rd.
In addition, it's important to note that the oci8 extension relies on the RPM of the Oracle Instant Client version 23.7 for both x86_64 and aarch64 architectures, and the intl extension uses libicu version 74.2.
Overall, these releases mark a significant step forward for PHP users on Fedora and RHEL-based systems, providing access to the latest features and improvements in the language. Users are encouraged to test these versions actively to ensure stability and performance before the final release
PHP 8.3.23RC1 and 8.4.9RC1 packages for Fedora RHEL released
Remi Collet has released 8.3.23RC1 and 8.4.9RC1 packages for Fedora and RHEL-based Linux distributions.
PHP 8.3.23RC1 and 8.4.9RC1 packages for Fedora RHEL released @ Linux Compatible
