Mastering PHP Debugging: Embracing Xdebug in a Docker Environment With VSCode

Introduction:

Greetings! In the realm of PHP development, efficient debugging is a cornerstone skill. Today, let’s explore how Visual Studio Code, paired with Xdebug inside a Docker container, can transform your PHP debugging experience.

Setting Up the Environment:

Our journey begins with setting up Docker — the powerhouse of our debugging environment. We’ll use the same repository as in our PHPStorm tutorial,

GitHub - RamyHakam/docker-tutorials: Docker tutorials code examples

Ensuring a smooth transition for those familiar with Docker. The first steps involve building our containers

docker-compose build
docker-compose up

and bringing them up, comprising Nginx and the PHP server. This foundational step is critical to ensure a problem-free environment.

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