Crafting a greener future with PHP - Michelle Sanver

Discover how to craft a greener future with PHP by minimizing carbon emissions, optimizing code, and prioritizing sustainability, and learn how even small changes can lead to a massive impact on the environment.

Key takeaways

Craft a greener future using PHP by considering the environment and minimizing carbon emissions.
The web is a major polluter, equivalent to the world’s fourth largest, and it’s important to make changes.
Use the cheapest servers possible with eco-mode and queues to reduce resource usage.
Optimize code and minimize duplication to save CPU cycles and reduce energy consumption.
Consider the long-term technology implications and sustainability goals.
Implement reCAPTCHA to slow down attacks and avoid brute force attacks.
Use the least amount of embodied carbon possible and avoid single-use plastic.
Monitor server logs and consider the order of priority for requests.
Avoid code duplication and minimize dependencies.
Keep dependencies and packages up to date.
Monitor requests and avoid overloading servers.
Have a green hosting plan and use solar energy whenever possible.
Use Composer to analyze and optimize code.
Small changes can lead to massive impact on sustainability.
PHP developers should prioritize sustainability and consider the environment in their work.
Make a greener future a priority and continue learning about sustainability.

Crafting a greener future with PHP - Michelle Sanver

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