February 26-28, 2025
Montreal, Canada

Building Desktop Apps...with PHP?

PHP is traditionally known as a server-side language. But what if you could use PHP to build desktop applications that run on Windows, Linux, and macOS?

This talk will delve into two different solutions to create true cross-platform, desktop apps with PHP. We'll explore NativePHP, a tool that allows developers to build desktop apps using PHP and Electron and show how to integrate WebView directly with PHP using FFI or a custom extension.

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Johan Janssens

Timble

Johan is a passionate technologist with a knack for creating captivating digital experiences. With a career spanning over two decades, Johan has carved out a niche as an innovative Fractional CTO, Chief Architect, and an ardent advocate for free software.

As a co-founder of Joomla and the lead developer of Joomla 1.5, Johan has left an indelible mark on the open-source community. His journey is fueled by a relentless drive to build, connect, and automate “things".

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