PHP 8.2 and Deprecation notices

Hello, TEC community!

We’ve noticed several inquiries regarding PHP deprecation notices appearing for PHP 8.2 in our WordPress plugin. We appreciate your vigilance and would like to provide some clarity on this matter.

What are PHP Deprecation Notices?

Deprecation notices in PHP are essentially warnings that certain code will become obsolete in future PHP versions. They indicate that while the code is currently operational, it might not be compatible with upcoming PHP releases.

Specific Conditions for Notices to Appear

It’s important to note that these deprecation notices only appear when the wp_debug constant is enabled in your WordPress configuration.

https://codex.www.ads-software.com/WP_DEBUG

The wp_debug mode is a WordPress-specific feature used primarily for development and debugging. When enabled, it displays all PHP errors, warnings, and notices, including deprecations.

This mode is typically turned off on live sites to prevent these technical messages from being visible to users.

Are These Notices a Cause for Concern?

Deprecation notices are not bugs or errors in the plugin; they do not indicate immediate problems. Instead, they serve as alerts for developers about code that needs to be updated in future versions. If wp_debug is disabled (as recommended for live sites), these notices will not appear, and they should not affect the functionality or performance of your website.

Our Approach to Addressing Deprecation Notices

We are committed to ensuring our plugin is compatible with the latest PHP standards. Our development team is aware of these deprecation notices and is proactively working to update the code. This is a routine part of our ongoing efforts to improve the plugin and keep it up-to-date with current technology standards.

Ensuring Optimal Performance

For most users, especially on live sites with wp_debug disabled, these deprecation notices will have no impact. However, if you are using wp_debug for development purposes and encounter any issues, we encourage you to contact our support team and share those notices with us, so we can check if that specific one was already added in our backlog.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out to us.

Guga A.

Technical Liaison @ The Events Calendar / Liquid Web