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This write-up covers the proposed PHP 8.5 array_first and array_last helpers, and I’m fully on board with it. It removes the awkward reset/end pointer side-effects and the verbosity of array_key_first/last + indexing. If it lands, it’s a tiny change that saves time and avoids subtle bugs.
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Pros
- +Cleaner way to get first/last array values without pointer side effects
- +Returns null for empty arrays (predictable behavior)
- +Works for indexed and associative arrays
Cons
- -It’s a proposal for PHP 8.5, so timing/availability depends on acceptance
