Using the Zend Tool Floating Window

PDT provides you with the ability to execute Zend_Tool commands from within PDT using the Zend Tool Floating Window. This replicates entering a command in your CLI (command line interface).

 

The Zend_Tool Initative allows PHP programmers to programme according to Rapid Application Development principles. See http://framework.zend.com/wiki/display/ZFDEV/Zend+Tool+Initiative for more information on the Zend_Tool initiative.

Note:

You must have Zend Framework version 1.8 installed and configured in your php.ini file for Zend_Tool commands to function.
The latest version of Zend Framework comes bundled with Zend Server or can be downloaded from the Zend Framework site at http://framework.zend.com/download/current.

 

 

Instructions on how to complete a procedure

To execute a Zend_Tool command:

  1. In PHP Explorer view, select a Zend Framework project.

  2. Press Ctrl + 2 -or- from the menu bar go to Project |  Zend Tool.
    The Zend Tool Floating Window displays.


 

  1. Enter the required command.

Note:

The Zend_Tool currently supports a limited number of functions.

The content assist list displays possible options as you type.

  1. Press Enter.

The command will be executed and details will be displayed in the Zend Tool Console view.

See Zend Framework Preferences for information on customizing the output displayed in the Zend Tool Console.

 

 

Related Links

Related Links:
Zend Framework Integration

Developing with Zend Framework

Creating Zend Framework Elements

Searching the Zend Framework Site