PHP 8.4.18RC1 and 8.5.3RC1 are now available in Remi's testing repositories, allowing Fedora and Enterprise Linux users to explore these release candidate versions. These packages cater specifically to those interested in testing or comparing with previous PHP releases, and are compatible with both x86_64 and aarch64 architectures. Users on Fedora versions 41-43 and Enterprise Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS Stream, AlmaLinux, Rocky) version 8 or newer can install these packages from the remi-modular-test repository for base packages, or from the remi-test repository if they are utilizing Software Collections (SCL).
It's important to note that PHP 8.3 has moved out of the release candidate phase and will only receive security updates. Therefore, users on this version should refrain from making unnecessary changes unless testing is required.
For those interested in installing the new versions, the following commands can be used:
- For PHP 8.5 in SCL format:
Updating PHP can be achieved through:
- To switch to PHP 8.5 and update automatically:
Additionally, newer systems like EL-10 are receiving packages built against RHEL-10.1 and EPEL-10.1, while EL-9 users are getting builds based on RHEL-9.7 and EPEL-9. Also noteworthy is that installing the oci8 extension will require Oracle Instant Client 23.9, while the intl extension mandates libicu version 74.2.
In summary, PHP 8.4.18RC1 and 8.5.3RC1 provide an opportunity for developers and users to test new features and performance enhancements, while ensuring system compatibility and security through guidance from Remi's repositories. Users are encouraged to follow the installation and update instructions carefully to avoid potential issues. As PHP continues to evolve, staying updated with the latest versions can help developers leverage new capabilities and maintain secure applications
It's important to note that PHP 8.3 has moved out of the release candidate phase and will only receive security updates. Therefore, users on this version should refrain from making unnecessary changes unless testing is required.
For those interested in installing the new versions, the following commands can be used:
- For PHP 8.5 in SCL format:
bashyum --enablerepo=remi-test install php85- For PHP 8.4 in SCL:
bashyum --enablerepo=remi-test install php84
Updating PHP can be achieved through:
- To switch to PHP 8.5 and update automatically:
bashdnf module switch-to php:remi-8.5- For a general update of any PHP version from the remi-modular-test repository:
bashdnf --enablerepo=remi-modular-test update php*
Additionally, newer systems like EL-10 are receiving packages built against RHEL-10.1 and EPEL-10.1, while EL-9 users are getting builds based on RHEL-9.7 and EPEL-9. Also noteworthy is that installing the oci8 extension will require Oracle Instant Client 23.9, while the intl extension mandates libicu version 74.2.
In summary, PHP 8.4.18RC1 and 8.5.3RC1 provide an opportunity for developers and users to test new features and performance enhancements, while ensuring system compatibility and security through guidance from Remi's repositories. Users are encouraged to follow the installation and update instructions carefully to avoid potential issues. As PHP continues to evolve, staying updated with the latest versions can help developers leverage new capabilities and maintain secure applications
PHP 8.4.18RC1 and 8.5.3RC1 Fedora RHEL Packages released
PHP 8.4.18RC1 and 8.5.3RC1 are now available in Remi's testing repositories for Fedora and Enterprise Linux users to test out. The packages can be installed from the remi-modular-test repository as base packages or from the remi-test repository if using Software Collections, and they support both x86_64 and aarch64 systems. PHP 8.3 is no longer in release candidate territory and will only receive security updates, so users on that version should leave it alone unless necessary for testing.
PHP 8.4.18RC1 and 8.5.3RC1 Fedora RHEL Packages released @ Linux Compatible
