Question 1

How to create a JWT token with lcobucci/jwt in PHP?

Accepted Answer

Use the builder pattern provided by the library to set claims, headers, and sign with algorithms like HMAC or RSA. Check the documentation for specific code examples on token creation and signing processes.

Question 2

lcobucci/jwt vs firebase/php-jwt: which is better?

Accepted Answer

lcobucci/jwt is more standards-compliant with a simpler API, while firebase/php-jwt is popular but may have different feature sets. Choose based on your need for strict RFC adherence or community support.

Question 3

How to validate token expiration with this library?

Accepted Answer

The library includes validators for checking expiration times and other claims. You can configure validation constraints to ensure tokens are not expired before processing, as detailed in the documentation.

Question 4

Does lcobucci/jwt support encrypted tokens (JWE)?

Accepted Answer

No, it focuses on JSON Web Signatures (JWS) for signed tokens and does not natively support JSON Web Encryption (JWE). For encryption, you might need to look at additional libraries or extensions.

Question 5

How to integrate lcobucci/jwt with Laravel authentication?

Accepted Answer

You'll need to manually create middleware or use third-party packages to bridge the library with Laravel's auth system, as it doesn't provide out-of-the-box Laravel support.

Question 6

What signing algorithms are supported in lcobucci/jwt?

Accepted Answer

It supports HMAC, RSA, and ECDSA algorithms, as listed in the key features, allowing for secure token signing based on your application's requirements.

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