Question 1

How do I find a reliable authentication plugin for CakePHP?

Accepted Answer

Check the 'Authentication and Authorization' category in Awesome CakePHP, which lists options like the official Authentication plugin, CakeDC/Users for social login, and TinyAuth for lightweight roles. Review each plugin's GitHub activity and documentation to ensure it fits your version and needs.

Question 2

What's the best way to set up a local CakePHP development environment?

Accepted Answer

Awesome CakePHP's 'Development Environment' section includes tools like Docker, Vagrant, and DDEV setups; for example, the 'CakePHP Docker' template provides a pre-configured environment. Choose based on your team's workflow, as some options like Devilbox offer auto-setup with additional tools.

Question 3

Awesome CakePHP vs the official CakePHP plugin repository: which should I use?

Accepted Answer

Awesome CakePHP is better for granular, task-specific resources and includes subparts, tutorials, and demos, while the official repository focuses on whole plugins. Use both—start with Awesome for curated discovery, then verify on the official site for broader listings.

Question 4

How can I migrate from CakePHP 3 to 4 using resources from this list?

Accepted Answer

Refer to the 'Migration' section, which lists the official Upgrade app and extended versions, plus migration guides. Also, check plugins marked for specific versions in the README branches to ensure compatibility during the upgrade process.

Question 5

Are the plugins in Awesome CakePHP actively maintained?

Accepted Answer

Not all are guaranteed; the list is curated but relies on community updates. Look at GitHub activity metrics, recent commits, and issue trackers for each plugin to assess maintenance before integrating into your project.

Question 6

Can I contribute or suggest additions to Awesome CakePHP?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's open-source on GitHub under FriendsOfCake; you can submit pull requests or issues to add new resources. The README credits contributors, so follow their guidelines to ensure your suggestions align with the curation standards.

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