laravel-enums

Implement Laravel backed enums with labels and custom business logic.

1|Updated May 24, 2026
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Skill: laravel-enums
Source: https://github.com/PTKDrake/FIT-vmu/tree/main/.agents/skills/laravel-enums
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PTKDrake/FIT-vmu --skill laravel-enums-ptkdrake

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill unit addresses the challenges of managing enums in Laravel applications, ensuring type safety and providing a robust framework for defining and manipulating enum-based values.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Backed Enums: Facilitates the creation of enums with associated database columns, enabling the storage and retrieval of enum values.
  • Label and Logic: Allows for the definition of labels and business logic directly within enums, simplifying the management of status values and option sets.
  • Use Case: Use this Skill to create an OrderStatus enum with labels and custom methods for processing order states in your Laravel application.

Quick Start

Define a new backed enum for order statuses in your Laravel application with the 'laravel-enums' skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about laravel-enums

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I implement backed enums in Laravel for type-safe database columns?

You can implement backed enums by using PHP enums to define finite sets of values with string or integer keys, ensuring type safety for database columns. This approach provides a structured framework for defining and manipulating enum-based values within your application.

What is the best way to manage business logic and labels within Laravel enums?

Managing business logic within Laravel enums involves defining labels and custom methods directly inside the enum itself. This allows you to simplify the management of status values and option sets, keeping logic structured and close to the data definition.

Can I use this Skill to handle order processing states in a Laravel application?

Yes, you can use this Skill to handle order processing states by creating an OrderStatus enum. It supports defining custom methods and labels directly within the enum to process order states efficiently while maintaining data integrity.

Does this approach to Laravel enums support both string and integer keys?

Yes, this approach supports both string and integer keys for your backed enums. This allows you to map enum values directly to your database columns regardless of whether the underlying schema uses string or integer data types.

When do I need to use backed enums instead of standard constants in Laravel?

You need backed enums when you require type safety and want to associate finite sets of values directly with database columns. Unlike standard constants, backed enums provide a robust framework for defining labels and manipulating enum-based values with structured business logic.