PHP 8.4

[ruudk]

Summary

PHP 8.4 will be released at the end of this year (2024).

Desired Behavior

• Start testing the nightly builds
• Allow people to test builds on PHP 8.4
• Aim for a release of the extension within a week after the official tagged release

Additional context

https://php.watch/versions/8.4

[workato-integration]

https://new-relic.atlassian.net/browse/NR-276152

[ruudk]

PHP 8.4.0 Alpha1 is available for testing.

https://x.com/s_panteleev/status/1809334523219378645?s=12&t=c-58RazBKazGNsjxyEoO2g

[ruudk]

PHP 8.4.0 beta 5 was released 2 days ago.

https://github.com/php/php-src/releases/tag/php-8.4.0beta5

[willitscale]

#980

[workato-integration]

The problem is a duplicate of an existing issue.

[workato-integration]

The problem is a duplicate of an existing issue.

[ruudk]

Should be reopened

[workato-integration]

Work has been completed on this issue.

[ruudk]

https://github.com/php/php-src/releases/tag/php-8.4.0

[mbabker]

You know, I'm pretty sure most customers aren't expecting day-0 support for new major PHP releases. But, the fact that New Relic seems to ignore the fact that new versions are released annually at the end of November or beginning of December with a beta period starting in late July to early August, and from the outside looking in it would appear they don't even start looking at next version support until weeks after the stable release is just a constant source of frustration as a customer. A lot of one-person OSS projects are able to proactively add support for the next release. Many companies (some of them being in the same space as New Relic) are able to proactively add support for the next release. So what is it about PHP that causes New Relic to kick the can down the road?

[ruudk]

And now it's officially released: https://www.php.net/archive/2024.php#2024-11-21-4 🎉 🐘 💙

[heldchen]

if past versions are any indication, we'll get 8.4 support in march 2025.

[bigwhoop]

Is there any progress on this?

[ruudk]

@ZNeumann So what is the ETA for PHP 8.4 support? Why does NR always remain silence about this? Will we get this before Christmas holidays or will we have to wait until January before we can use it?

[cpearcey]

@ZNeumann So what is the ETA for PHP 8.4 support? Why does NR always remain silence about this? Will we get this before Christmas holidays or will we have to wait until January before we can use it?

We are actively working on 8.4 and expect it to land in the next release after the holiday code freeze in early January? I will provide a more detailed update around the 1st of the year. As an FYI, I am the new Product Manager for PHP Agents and I will work to ensure faster responses here.

[cpearcey]

As we approach the holiday season, we wanted to inform you about our plans to ensure a smooth and uninterrupted service experience.

During the month of December, we will be implementing a code freeze on any updates and new features that are considered “high risk”. All standard updates will continue to occur as needed. This decision is made to maintain the stability of our platform during a period when our support team will have limited availability. Our aim is to prevent any potential issues and ensure that you continue to enjoy seamless service.

We will resume all updates in January. Rest assured, during this period, our support team will still be available for any critical issues, and we are committed to providing the best possible service.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We wish you a joyful holiday season!