Choosing the right tools is crucial for working efficiently and productively, especially when it comes to complex tasks such as code analysis. There are often several options available, which can make choosing the right tool a real challenge.

In my new article, I highlight which code analysis tools are best suited for PHP projects: Should you use Psalm, PHPStan, or even both? I explain the pros and cons and help you find the optimal solution for your project.

https://thephp.cc/articles/psalm-or-phpstan?ref=mastodon

Psalm or PHPStan? | The PHP Consulting Company

Psalm or PHPStan: which tool is the better choice for code analysis? Or is it worth combining both tools for maximum code quality?

@sebastian Great articles. Especially the historical context helps to understand the developments. What is your take on the available "metrics" tools? PHP_CodeSniffer as mentioned, PhpMetrics, ...

@heebelcraft Thank you!

Good question. I have to say that I never considered PHP_CodeSniffer as a metrics tool, but it does have sniffs that are related to metrics.

I'll put the topic of metrics on my stack of topics to write about ;)

@sebastian 2019-me would be saddened to read this analysis, but 2025-me is happy that @OndrejMirtes has built a business on the back of his (and others') wonderful OSS contributions :)