Rector Book 2024 Release with Brand new Chapter

2024-02-05

I'm happy to introduce the latest update to our book - Rector, the Power of Automated Refactoring, along with Rector version 0.19.5 from this week.

This release includes 2 new commands, brand new configuration with smart IDE autocomplete, brand new chapter and DX improvements to help you master code refactoring with ease.

We've released the Rector - The Power of Automated Refactoring book with goal of continuous upgrades. It's been a year since last upgrade, so it's time to step up and deliver fresh 2024 book release.

Key Highlights of this update are:

New Chapter: Explore "Node Type and Refactor Examples"

Featuring typical refactor() use-cases, enhancing your refactoring skills.

Simplified Configuration

Introducing a minimalist RectorConfig::configure() config for smoother setup.

use Rector\Config\RectorConfig;

return RectorConfig::configure()
    ->withPaths([__DIR__ . '/app', __DIR__ . '/tests'])
    ->withImportNames(removeUnusedImports: true)
    ->withPreparedSets(codeQuality: true, codingStyle: true,  instanceOf: true)
    ->withPhpSets();

Convenient Commands

New commands, such as setup-ci and custom-rule, to streamline your workflow.

Code Examples in Git Repository

Access a complete code repository at rectorphp/rector-book-code-examples for comprehensive learning.

Improved Visuals

Enhancements in Rector rule and test file visualization for better understanding.
Dependency Updates: Keeping pace with technology, we've updated dependencies, including Rector (0.15 → 0.19.3), PHP (8.0 → 8.2), ECS (to 12.1), and PHPUnit (9.5 → 10.5).
Clarification: Added a section on differentiating between Stmt and Expr in the "Creating Your First Rector Rule" chapter.
Refactoring Insights: Discover the power of removed parent nodes and the use of attributes for more efficient refactoring.

This update empowers you to become a code refactoring expert with the latest 2024 Rector features.

It's available immediately for everyone who already owns the book.

If you haven't purchased the book yet, grab your copy now!

Happy coding!

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