Question 1

How do I set up PHPStan with this GitHub Action quickly?

Accepted Answer

Copy the .github folder from the examples directory to your project, as mentioned in the README. Then, modify the workflow YAML to include the Docker action with your desired arguments and environment variables.

Question 2

Can I use OskarStark/phpstan-ga with private repositories?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it works with private repositories on GitHub, as the Action runs within your workflow context. Ensure your GitHub token has appropriate permissions for accessing the code and dependencies.

Question 3

OskarStark/phpstan-ga vs running PHPStan directly in GitHub Actions?

Accepted Answer

This Action packages PHPStan in a Docker container for consistency, while running PHPStan directly requires manual setup of PHP and Composer dependencies, which can lead to version mismatches. The Docker approach is more reliable but adds container overhead.

Question 4

How to handle development dependencies in PHPStan analysis with this Action?

Accepted Answer

Use environment variables like REQUIRE_DEV to install dev dependencies or ALLOW_DEV to permit them during analysis, as shown in the README diff examples. This avoids false positives from missing packages.

Question 5

What if I need to analyze multiple directories with different PHPStan levels?

Accepted Answer

Specify multiple paths in the args field or use a phpstan.neon.dist configuration file for complex setups. The README supports command-line arguments, but for advanced scenarios, the config file offers more granular control.

Question 6

Is there support for PHPStan extensions in this Action?

Accepted Answer

The README doesn't explicitly cover extensions. You may need to ensure they are included in the Docker image or configured via phpstan.neon.dist, which could require customizing the Action or checking the Docker Hub image details.

Question 7

How to skip platform requirement checks for faster analysis?

Accepted Answer

Set the environment variable CHECK_PLATFORM_REQUIREMENTS to false, as indicated in the README snippet. This can speed up runs by bypassing dependency validation, but use it cautiously to avoid missing issues.

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