Understanding common PHP errors and debugging techniques Mocktest

A parse error occurs when there's a syntax mistake in PHP code, preventing the script from running.

The error_reporting() function is used to enable error reporting in PHP by specifying which types of errors should be reported.

The display_errors directive in php.ini controls whether errors are displayed directly on the web page when they occur during script execution.

A warning error indicates potential issues in the code that don't halt script execution but should be addressed to prevent unexpected behavior.

The error_log() function is used to log errors to a file in PHP, allowing developers to track errors and diagnose issues in production environments.

Xdebug is a popular PHP debugging tool that provides advanced features like breakpoints, step-by-step execution, and variable inspection for effective debugging.

The @ operator is used to suppress errors in PHP, preventing them from being displayed or logged. However, it's generally considered bad practice to use it as it can hide potential issues in the code.

The error_log() function is used to set the error log file path in PHP, specifying where error messages should be logged.

A fatal error indicates a severe issue in PHP code that halts script execution, such as calling undefined functions or running out of memory.

The error_reporting() function is used to specify the types of errors to report in PHP code, allowing developers to customize error reporting based on their requirements.