PHP Attributes

Drupal 11 is progressively replacing procedural hook implementations in .module files with attribute-based methods inside object-oriented classes. The new system introduces PHP attributes such as #[Hook], supports dependency injection, and restructures hook organisation around autowired classes in src/Hook/. The transition reflects Drupal’s broader move toward modern PHP architecture while preserving backward compatibility for existing procedural implementations. ...more

Drupal 11.4.0 introduces support for defining routes using PHP attributes within controller classes. The change reduces reliance on YAML configuration and aligns Drupal more closely with Symfony practices. It also maintains backward compatibility with existing routing systems. ...more

Drupal 11.1 introduces a modern way to write hooks using PHP attributes, moving beyond the traditional procedural approach. This shift brings autoloading, dependency injection, better testability, and cleaner code organization—making hooks faster, smarter, and easier to maintain. Teade Geertsma of Emble explains how the new system works with practical code examples, covers ordering and backward compatibility, and highlights what remains procedural. A must-read for developers preparing their modules for Drupal’s object-oriented future. ...more

Jo Fitzgerald explains how to build a custom Drupal plugin using PHP attributes, plugin managers, and service definitions. Learn the five essential components of a modern plugin system and see real-world examples in action. ...more

Explore Drupal 11’s new object-oriented hook system using service classes and PHP attributes. Learn how to implement, test, and transition from procedural hooks while maintaining legacy support. Essential reading for Drupal developers preparing for the future. ...more

Oliver Davies discusses Drupal's integration of PHP attributes since version 10.2, providing insights into their role as an alternative to annotations for defining plugins like blocks and queues. With discussions underway for supporting both attributes and annotations in Drupal 11, this marks a significant evolution in Drupal's development framework. ...more

Enhance your PHP skills with Gary Clarke's tutorial on PHP attributes, focusing on validation in DTOs for a streamlined coding experience. ...more

Explore the ongoing discourse in the Chromatic channel, featuring hosts Mark Dorison and Kristofer Widholm, regarding the potential transition from YAML to PHP attributes for route definition in Drupal. ...more

Drupal's Evolution: Embracing PHP Attributes for Enhanced Efficiency and Maintainability in Plugin Management. ...more

Explore the 2023 Drupal Advent Calendar on lostcarpark.com to discover expert insights from Amber Matz on Help Topics in a module, as well as an upcoming in-depth overview by Joe Shindelar on Drupal's transition to native PHP attributes. ...more