Easily Switching Between PHP Versions on macOS

Are you developing an application that requires testing on multiple PHP versions? macOS provides a convenient and flexible way to manage and switch between PHP versions, allowing you to efficiently test and troubleshoot your code.

Installing PHP Versions

To install different PHP versions, you can use the Homebrew package manager:

brew install [email protected]

Replace "X.Y" with the desired PHP version (e.g., "7.4" or "8.2").

Switching PHP Versions

Once multiple PHP versions are installed, you can switch between them using the following commands:

Linking the Desired Version:

brew link [email protected]

This command links the specified PHP version to your system's default PHP path.

Unlinking the Previous Version:

brew unlink php@PREVIOUS_VERSION

Replace "PREVIOUS_VERSION" with the PHP version you want to unlink from the default path.

Example:

To switch from PHP 7.4 to PHP 7.3:

brew unlink [email protected]
brew link [email protected]

Remember that both versions of PHP should be installed for these commands to work. By following these steps, you can effortlessly switch between PHP versions on macOS, ensuring that your application performs optimally across different PHP environments.