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php-standard-library/async
Fiber-based async primitives for PHP: structured concurrency with cooperative multitasking. Run tasks concurrently, manage lifecycles, cancellations, and scopes predictably. Part of PHP Standard Library; docs and guides at php-standard-library.dev.
Fiber-based structured concurrency using cooperative multitasking
Frequently asked questions about Async
- What is php-standard-library/async and how does it fit into a Laravel application?
- It is a fiber-based concurrency package for PHP that provides structured concurrency with cooperative multitasking. In Laravel it can supplement synchronous code by running short-lived I/O-bound tasks concurrently, such as parallel API calls or batch imports. It is framework-agnostic, so you can bind it into Laravel’s container or wrap it behind a facade if you want Laravel-style ergonomics.
- How do I install php-standard-library/async in a Laravel app?
- Run composer require php-standard-library/async in your Laravel project. The package requires PHP 8.1 or newer and has minimal dependencies. There is no Laravel-specific service provider required by the package itself, but you can optionally register bindings or a facade in your app.
- Does php-standard-library/async support Laravel 10 or Laravel 11?
- The package does not declare Laravel-specific version constraints; compatibility depends mainly on running PHP 8.1 or newer. Laravel 10 and Laravel 11 are natural fits because their PHP requirements satisfy the package, while older Laravel versions work only if your runtime meets the PHP 8.1+ requirement. Test your exact Laravel and PHP combination before adopting it.
- What PHP version does php-standard-library/async require?
- php-standard-library/async requires PHP 8.1 or newer because it relies on fibers for cooperative multitasking. If your Laravel app runs on PHP 8.1, 8.2, or 8.3, the runtime requirement is satisfied. Confirm your deployment targets and CI images use a compatible PHP version.
- Can php-standard-library/async replace Laravel queues?
- No, it is better treated as a supplement to Laravel queues rather than a replacement. Use async tasks for short-lived, in-process concurrency where you can await results within the request or job lifecycle. Use Laravel queues for long-running, retryable, distributed, or reliability-critical work.
- How does php-standard-library/async compare to Laravel Promise or spatie/async?
- Laravel’s Promise utilities and php-standard-library/async both aim to simplify asynchronous-style code, but their error handling, chaining syntax, and concurrency models may differ. spatie/async and amphp use different approaches, so avoid running multiple async abstractions unnecessarily. Benchmark and review error propagation before choosing one for production paths.
- How should I handle errors and timeouts with php-standard-library/async in Laravel?
- Wrap awaited operations in try/catch and use package timeout helpers such as Async::timeout where available to prevent hanging tasks. Handle rejected tasks explicitly with catch-style handlers so failures are logged through Laravel’s exception handler instead of being silently dropped. Test mixed sync/async paths, including exceptions thrown after a response is sent.
- Can I use php-standard-library/async for parallel API calls in a Laravel controller?
- You can use short-lived async tasks or parallel helpers for read-only API aggregation in a controller, but add timeouts and keep the work bounded. Avoid blocking the main thread or mixing async execution into critical middleware without careful error handling. For long-running or retry-sensitive calls, dispatch a Laravel job instead.
- How do I test async code from php-standard-library/async in a Laravel app?
- Async workflows can be flaky, so test timeouts, rejections, and mixed sync/async paths explicitly. If the package provides a fake or test helper such as Async::fake, use it; otherwise wrap async calls behind your own mockable service. Combine this with Laravel’s refreshDatabase and standard exception assertions.
- Is php-standard-library/async production-ready and actively maintained?
- The package is part of the PHP Standard Library project, but the assessment flags limited adoption and long-term viability as items to verify. Review release activity, issue responsiveness, and documentation before using it on critical paths. For high-concurrency production systems, compare it with queues, amphp, or Swoole and start on non-critical paths.
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