0039-laravel-enums

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you avoid brittle string/integer “magic values” in Laravel by using backed enums that remain type-safe, self-documenting, and consistent across models, DTOs, and validation.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Backed enum modeling (string/int): Define finite option sets like order statuses, payment providers, and queue names with explicit underlying values.
• Embedded business logic: Attach labels, colors, fees, and capability rules directly to enum cases using match expressions.
• First-class Laravel integration: Cast enum fields in Eloquent models, use enum properties in DTOs, and validate enum inputs via Laravel’s Enum rule.
• When to prefer enums vs state machines: Use enums for simple status fields without transition side effects, and state machines for complex transition rules.

Quick Start

Use the 0039-laravel-enums skill to define a backed enum (string or int) for your domain status values, then cast it in your Laravel model and validate incoming requests against it.