In this update, we addressed a few issues, updated the CEF libraries, and added new functions:

- It matters which sequence you choose if you create a master-detail form using the wizards. If the detail is created before the master, you will get errors while running the application. You had to correct that in the original situation by recreating or fiddling with the project source code. In the new version, you have two new functions in the toolbar of the component tree to allow components to shift up or down in the creation order. An additional advantage is that if you have the master detail panels in the wrong order, you can simply shift the panel up or down, depending on your selection, to get the sequence on the form designer right. Previously, you had to select the panel and drag it up or down, which worked, but choosing the correct one could be difficult as there are many objects.

- The field validation will be triggered if you delete a record from the wizard-generated crud form. This does not cause issues with data entered through that panel (required fields will always have a value), but if you have current invalidated data, this can cause issues. In this version, the validation is disabled when you select a record to be deleted.

To install for existing users, open the License Manager and select the incremental updates page. All the modules that require upgrading will be pre-selected. Click install. This should be a short proces.

What's next?

The upcoming release will focus on PHP 8.4, which will be released in a few weeks. We will start testing PHsPeed, and if no issues are found, we expect to release it in early January 2025. Currently, we run an RC 2 PHP version and a beta of XDebug without problems so far. But we need to verify everything as soon as the finals are released.

We also started developing PHsPeed version 4.0. This version will focus on simplifying and modernizing the IDE:

• A new editor. This editor allows for a tiny screen for faster access and a better function extraction display, and the form will be undockable for multi-screen development.
• A new forms designer and component palette. The tab system became overloaded with components, making design more complicated than necessary. The new system will have a dropdown on component type. The designer will improve on stability. Also, this form is undockable for multi-screen development.
• Full upgrade on CEF / Chromium browser.

Happy coding!

This upgrade addresses several issues that are fixed. You will find these on the forum and in the old bug tracker. There are also some minor tweaks to improve the usability.

We are also happy to announce that we started testing the next formal release, which supports PHP 8.4, and XDebug, which came out in a beta release for PHP 8.4. We haven't found major issues, but it's for sure that PHP 8.4 and XDebug need some work. But we expect to release this version in early January 2025.

If you have PHsPeed installed, then upgrading is easy: start PHsPeed config (the license module), select incremental updates, and click install. The upgrade is pretty big this time, so it requires a bit of patience.

Happy coding.!

I am pleased to inform you that today, we completed the first phase of the planned changes to our website. These updates were initiated in response to several service applications not performing optimally with newer versions of PHP.

The first major update we implemented was a new chat system, selecting the solution provided by JakWeb. This choice was made due to its solid maintenance track record and excellent customer support. In addition, we integrated their help desk and bug tracker application, allowing us to consolidate our service desk and ticketing system into a single platform. As a result, we discontinued using our previous ticketing system, which no longer met our needs. The old bug tracker will remain online for reference purposes until all outstanding issues are resolved and the wish list is fully migrated, after which it will be taken offline.

Another significant change is the replacement of our webinar platform. While both Zoho and WebinarGeek are robust solutions, they are not cost-effective for the volume of webinars we conduct. Consequently, we have transitioned to a self-hosted Jitsi environment, which will now handle all video conferences, webinars, and virtual meetings. Not only for PHsPeed, but also for our other activities. That is why we have hosted it on our main company website aducom.nl.

These changes mark a significant improvement in both functionality and cost efficiency, and I look forward to sharing the results as we continue with the next phases of development.

We are also pleased to inform you that we expect to release an upgrade to PHsPeed very soon. We encountered some challenges related to upgrading our development environment during the process. However, we believe all issues have been effectively resolved, and the IDE has returned to a stable state. Additionally, we have implemented several important bug fixes as part of this update.

We will keep you informed as we approach the final release.

Happy coding!