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What makes us Unique?


Dealing with deployment slots, fighting messy error messages, and wrestling with scaling issues
are the last things you want as a PHP developer. Wouldn't it be great to have a solution that takes care of all this?
Zero Downtime deployments
Straightforward, easy-to-use, and low-learning curve
Real time monitoring
Easy-to-understand and predictable pricing
Dedicated and Enterprise plans

How it works


Back4app Containers offers an easy repository connection, build & deploy features, and easy scaling. Connect to your GitHub repository, let us build your project, and deploy it seamlessly​.

Bring your code

Easy repository connections! Just bring your PHP repo and we’ll take it from here. Connect to the GitHub repository you want to deploy.

Buid & Deploy

Deploy in minutes! We’ll build your PHP project, and deploy it to the container without waiting for deployment slots or dealing with messy error messages.

Scale

Easily scale your PHP applications from your dashboard without downtime. On top of that, you'll have full control of your costs with our Predictable Pricing!

Features


With seamless GitHub repository integration, we handle the entire build process and ensure smooth, efficient project deployment. Effortlessly scale your application with powerful features designed to support growth.
Connect to GitHub
Connect your GitHub account and select the repositories you'd like to authorize for seamless application deployment.
Run Dockers
Just point to any of your Docker files, and we'll build and run your Docker images. With Back4app, deployment is truly that simple.
Customize Deployment
Select the branch you want to deploy, customize your deployment commands, specify the Dockerfile path, and more for a tailored deployment process.

Begin with your repo

Integrate With GitHub

Integrate with your GitHub account and authorize the repositories you want to use to deploy your applications.

Run Dockers

Point any of your docker files and we will build and run your docker images. Yes, with Back4app Containers, it’s that easy.

Customize Deployment

Choose the branch you want to use, customize your deployment commands, specify the dockerfile path and more.

Eliminate development hassles

Build Faster

Thanks to our powerful building servers, you'll be able to get your codes built faster and more efficiently.

Track Deployment

With our native build, deployment, and runtime logs, you can track and analyze each individual deployment instantly.

Deploy Automatically

New PRs? Not a problem! Whenever your codebase is updated, we’ll automatically create a new build and deploy it in your container.

Scale with peace of mind

Real-Time Monitoring

Identify bottlenecks and optimize performance by easily monitoring crucial metrics such as CPU, RAM, Bandwidth, and more.

Zero Downtime Deployments

New containers are always ready to work when deploying a new commit or changing container configurations, guaranteeing no downtime.

Acclaimed Customer Support

Our highly skilled support experts are always ready and are just one click away to help you at any stage of your project.

Benefits for PHP applications

Deploying and Scaling your apps has never been this quick, easy, and cost-efficient!



Open Source

Back4app Containers harnesses the power of widely-recognized open-source technologies, creating an all-encompassing and robust development platform.

Free Tier for PHP projects

We offer a free plan to help PHP developers get started. Develop, deploy, and scale your PHP applications with no hidden costs. Experience all the benefits without any time limits, no ads, and no hassle!

Developer Focused

Bridge the gap between development and production once and for all in a simple, easy and straightforward manner! Focus on your core products, and leave DevOps to us.

Simple & Predictable Pricing

No surprises, just simple and straightforward pricing, perfect for PHP developers. Our plans align with your application growth, giving you the flexibility to scale up or down as required. Focus on your PHP applications, knowing exactly what your costs will be.

Curious about what’s
under the hood?

Back4app Containers is a combination of open-source tools. The platform was built using enterprise-grade, open-source products like:

Docker

NodeJS

PostgreSQL

Redis

PHP project templates to start with

Accelerate your PHP development journey on Back4app Containers with our Dockerized templates. These templates streamline Dockerfile construction, enabling swift and efficient deployment. Jumpstart your projects and focus on what truly matters - building amazing applications.

Laravel PHP template

Explore our ready-to-deploy Laravel PHP sample project for Back4app Containers. Your ideal guide to effortless Laravel PHP application deployment.

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Python Flask template

Dive into our prepared Flask project for Back4app Containers. Your perfect blueprint for smooth Flask application deployment.

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Elixir Phoenix template

Explore our ready-made Elixir Phoenix template for Back4app Containers. A quick-start guide for effortless deployment of your Elixir Phoenix applications.

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What is PHP?

PHP (Hypertext Preprocessor) is a well-known programming language due to its versatility and power. Rasmus Lerdorf, a Danish-Canadian programmer, was the originator of PHP in 1994, and since then it has become a reliable tool for developing interactive web pages. The language has proven to be useful in handling dynamic content, managing databases, session tracking, and even building entire e-commerce websites. Its ability to handle various tasks makes it a top choice for developers looking to create robust web applications.

What Are The Core Features Of PHP?

The core features of PHP include variables, strings, arrays, functions, classes, and objects. It also supports many different types of databases, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle. Additionally, it provides support for HTML forms and cookies.

What Are The Advantages Of PHP?

One of the main advantages of using PHP is its speed; it can be used to create fast-loading websites with minimal effort. Additionally, it is open-source software which means that anyone can use it without having to pay any licensing fees or royalties. Furthermore, there are numerous libraries available for use with PHP, which makes it easy to add additional functionality to your website quickly and easily.

Another advantage of using PHP is that it can be used on both Windows and Linux operating systems without requiring any additional software or configuration changes. This makes it an ideal choice for developers who need a platform that works across multiple platforms without having to make any major changes or modifications.

Finally, PHP has excellent documentation, which makes learning how to use the language much easier than other languages, such as Java or C++. This makes it an ideal choice for beginners who want to learn how to develop websites quickly and easily without having to spend too much time learning complex programming concepts.

Why use Back4app Containers to host a PHP application?

Back4app Containers provide a secure environment for hosting your PHP applications while allowing you access to all the features you need in order to run them efficiently. The containers are built on top of Docker technology, which allows you to deploy your applications quickly without having to worry about managing servers or configuring complicated settings manually.

Additionally, Back4app Containers provide scalability so that you can easily scale up or down depending on your needs without having to worry about downtime or performance issues due to server overloads or resource constraints. Finally, Back4app Containers offer excellent support from their team so that you can get help whenever you need it with whatever issue you may have related to hosting your application on their platform.

Conclusion

PHP is a powerful scripting language that makes it easy to create dynamic and interactive web pages. It has many advantages, such as being open source, providing excellent documentation, and offering support for multiple operating systems. Additionally, using Back4app Containers to host your PHP applications provides you with the security and scalability needed to ensure that your applications run smoothly and efficiently.
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