Topic knot · Tech
PHP on X: build this knot
PHP still runs a large share of the web, and its community on X is active: release discussions, framework news from Laravel and Symfony, package announcements and long debates about modern PHP versus its reputation.
The knot covers the language and its two biggest frameworks, with phrases that pick up release and package talk. Add the maintainers and educators you follow as members, and drop the frameworks you don't use.
The recipe
| Hashtags | #PHP #Laravel #Symfony |
|---|---|
| Keywords | PHP 8 Composer package |
| Leave out | giveaway hiring urgently |
| Filters | Original posts only (replies hidden) |
| X List name | PHP Devs |
The feed on X
Open it in Latest for everything in time order, or Top for the posts X ranks highest. You need to be signed in to X to see results.
Topic feed
(#PHP OR #Laravel OR #Symfony OR "PHP 8" OR "Composer package") -giveaway -"hiring urgently" -filter:replies
Open in the builder and add members
Who to add as members
Framework and package maintainers, PHP educators, conference accounts and developers who blog about real projects. We don't list anyone by name: pick the people you already read, so the knot reflects your corner of the topic.
Once you add members, the builder makes three more feeds: everything they post, their posts on this topic, and replies sent to them.
Tips for this knot
- Add WordPress or Drupal as a hashtag if your PHP work lives there.
- Use the Links filter to find articles and release notes.
- Remove "Laravel" or "Symfony" if one framework drowns out the other.
Setting up the X List
- Open Lists from your profile menu and create a list called PHP Devs.
- Keep it public if you want others to follow it, or make it private for your own reading.
- Add members from the list editor or from each profile's menu.
- Pin it so it shows up as a tab on Home.
More detail in how to use X Lists as a community feed.