Installing Laravel 11: A Step-by-Step Guide
Prerequisites:
Before diving in, ensure you have the following:
- PHP 8.1 or above: Download and install the latest stable version of PHP from https://www.php.net/downloads.php.
- Composer: Composer is a dependency manager for PHP projects. Install it following the instructions on https://getcomposer.org/.
Installation Steps for Install Laravel 11
- Open your terminal or command prompt. To create your Laravel project, navigate to the directory where it is located.
- Run the following Composer command:
composer create-project --prefer-dist laravel/laravel your-project-nameReplaceyour-project-namewith your desired project name. Composer retrieves stable packages rather than development versions when the –prefer-dist argument is used. The code for Laravel 11 is located in the development branch designated as dev-master. - Together with its dependencies, Laravel 11 will be downloaded and installed by Composer. Your internet speed will determine how long this process takes.
- After installation is finished, go to the project directory:the-project-name cd
- Produce the application key, which is essential for safety:PHP Artistry key: produce
Running the Application
- Start the development server using the following command:
php artisan serveThis will start a local development server, typically accessible at http://localhost:8000 in your web browser. - Laravel 11 is now up and running! You can access the Laravel welcome page to verify the successful installation.
Additional Notes
- Remember, Laravel 11 is currently under development and might have changed before its official release.
- For detailed information and troubleshooting steps, refer to the official Laravel documentation: https://laravel.com/docs/11.x/installation.
You will have Laravel 11 installed and prepared for exploration if you follow these steps. Building modern online apps is made easier with this robust framework, and utilizing its most recent version opens the road to fully realize its potential in the future.
