Laravel includes a variety of global "helper" PHP functions. Many of these functions are used by the framework itself; however, you are free to use them in your own applications if you find them convenient.
«I was using the Laravel framework for a project and came across these global helper functions. They seemed convenient at first, but I soon realized that they were causing more problems than they solved. It felt like trying to fix a leaky faucet with duct tape — sure, it works for a while, but it’s not a long-term solution.
The issue with these global helper functions is that they can lead to code that is difficult to maintain and understand. When you see a function call without knowing where it’s defined, it’s like trying to follow a map with missing pieces. It makes debugging and testing much harder than it needs to be.
In contrast, when I used custom helper classes and functions in other frameworks, everything was much clearer. I could easily trace the flow of data and logic through the application. Testing became simpler because I could isolate specific parts of the code without worrying about unexpected interactions from global helpers.
After this experience, I’ve come to appreciate the value of explicit over implicit in software development. Global helper functions may seem handy at first glance, but they ultimately create more headaches than they solve. It’s better to use custom helpers or even just regular PHP functions for cleaner, more maintainable code in the long run»
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«I was using the Laravel framework for a project and came across these global helper functions. They seemed convenient at first, but I soon realized that they were causing more problems than they solved. It felt like trying to fix a leaky faucet with duct tape — sure, it works for a while, but it’s not a long-term solution.
The issue with these global helper functions is that they can lead to code that is difficult to maintain and understand. When you see a function call without knowing where it’s defined, it’s like trying to follow a map with missing pieces. It makes debugging and testing much harder than it needs to be.
In contrast, when I used custom helper classes and functions in other frameworks, everything was much clearer. I could easily trace the flow of data and logic through the application. Testing became simpler because I could isolate specific parts of the code without worrying about unexpected interactions from global helpers.
After this experience, I’ve come to appreciate the value of explicit over implicit in software development. Global helper functions may seem handy at first glance, but they ultimately create more headaches than they solve. It’s better to use custom helpers or even just regular PHP functions for cleaner, more maintainable code in the long run»