Question 1

How do I install and set up CakePHP Authentication?

Accepted Answer

Install via Composer with 'composer require cakephp/authentication', then load the plugin in your CakePHP app. The README provides basic steps, but full details are in the CakePHP Cookbook documentation.

Question 2

CakePHP Authentication vs Laravel Sanctum for API auth?

Accepted Answer

CakePHP Authentication is middleware-based and framework-agnostic with PSR7, while Laravel Sanctum is tightly integrated with Laravel. Choose this if you're in CakePHP or need PSR7 compatibility; Sanctum is better for Laravel-native projects.

Question 3

Can I use token-based authentication with this plugin?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports various authenticators including tokens. Implement it by configuring the authentication service, as detailed in the plugin's documentation linked from the README.

Question 4

How to handle user logout in CakePHP Authentication?

Accepted Answer

Logout is managed through the authentication service, typically by clearing sessions or tokens. Check the CakePHP Cookbook for specific methods and examples on invalidating credentials.

Question 5

Does this plugin work with Symfony or other PHP frameworks?

Accepted Answer

It can be used in any PSR7-compatible application, so with Symfony using PSR7 middleware, but integration might require extra setup compared to native Symfony authentication bundles.

Question 6

What are the performance costs of middleware authentication?

Accepted Answer

Middleware adds a layer to each request, potentially increasing overhead, but it enhances modularity and testability. Optimize by using efficient authenticators and caching where possible.

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