laravel:constants-and-configuration

Replace hardcoded values by moving them into Laravel config files for environment settings, PHP class constants for common values like roles, and PHP 8.1+ enums for type-safe domain states. This refactoring approach centralizes behavior and improves maintainability.

The best way to manage state machines in Laravel is using PHP 8.1+ enums to represent expressive, type-safe domain states and transitions. Defining enums in app/Enums replaces string literals with structured cases like OrderStatus::SHIPPED for safer state management.

Yes, you can use PHP 8.1 enums alongside Laravel configuration files. You define enums in app/Enums for type-safe domain states while centralizing environment-specific settings in config files, achieving both strict domain logic and flexible application-wide configuration.

Centralize environment-specific settings by defining application-wide options in Laravel config files and .env values. This config-driven approach replaces scattered hardcoded values, ensuring safer deployments and centralized configuration across different environments.

Use PHP class constants for simple common values like roles and limits to replace magic numbers. Use PHP 8.1+ enums when you need expressive, type-safe domain states and structured transitions, handling more complex domain logic than basic constants.

Yes, implementing enums for Laravel refactoring requires PHP 8.1 or higher. While class constants and config files function on older versions, adopting PHP 8.1+ enums is necessary to achieve type-safe domain states and expressive state transitions.