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:ab: Tool to compare two revisions of a class API to check for BC breaks

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BackwardCompatibilityCheck gained 15 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 603. It is about 9 years old and has averaged roughly 67 stars a year. It ranks #287 among PHP repositories and #4,239 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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BackwardCompatibilityCheck has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #4198. Below is the 30-day activity profile:

💡 Overview

BackwardCompatibilityCheck is an open-source project written in PHP: :ab: Tool to compare two revisions of a class API to check for BC breaks.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in backward-compatibility, bc, reflection. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.

⚡ Key Features

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Optimized execution pipeline written in PHP for predictable speed.

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Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.

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Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

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Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.

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Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.

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Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.

📥 Installation

terminal
$ git clone https://github.com/Roave/BackwardCompatibilityCheck.git
cd BackwardCompatibilityCheck

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

PHP >= 8.2 with Composer

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

BackwardCompatibilityCheck coordinates its core functionality through a modular PHP pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.

🎯 Production Use Cases

Production System Integration

Embed BackwardCompatibilityCheck into PHP backend services to handle core application logic.

CI/CD Automated Pipelines

Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.

Developer Tooling & Workflows

Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.

Open Source Extension

Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open MIT license.

🚀 Getting Started

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Install BackwardCompatibilityCheck using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/Roave/BackwardCompatibilityCheck.git`

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Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for BackwardCompatibilityCheck.

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Import BackwardCompatibilityCheck into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

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Execute your test suite or run `BackwardCompatibilityCheck --help` to verify successful setup.

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 603 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the MIT license.
Built in PHP for high execution speed and developer familiarity.
Cross-platform compatibility across modern Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Clean modular design allowing flexible configuration and pipeline integration.

⚠️ Considerations

Requires familiarity with PHP and modern CLI workflows.
Ecosystem extensions may require manual configuration depending on environment constraints.
Active development roadmap means breaking API changes may occur across major versions.

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👥 Who Should Use This

Developers and engineering teams building with PHP, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

🏆 Nearby in the Rankings

Roave/BackwardCompatibilityCheck is currently ranked #4,239 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does BackwardCompatibilityCheck do? +

:ab: Tool to compare two revisions of a class API to check for BC breaks

What language is BackwardCompatibilityCheck written in? +

The primary language is PHP. Topics include: backward-compatibility, bc, reflection, static-analysis.

Is BackwardCompatibilityCheck actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 30, 2026 with 41 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does BackwardCompatibilityCheck have? +

BackwardCompatibilityCheck has 603 stars and 67 forks on GitHub.

How does BackwardCompatibilityCheck rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 603 stars, Roave/BackwardCompatibilityCheck is ranked #4,239 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #287 among PHP projects.

What license is BackwardCompatibilityCheck distributed under? +

The repository reports a MIT license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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