Xampp Php 7.1.3

Guide to XAMPP with PHP 7.1.3: Installation and Setup XAMPP is a popular, open-source cross-platform web server solution that bundles Apache, MariaDB, PHP, and Perl into a single easy-to-install package. While modern web development often moves toward the latest PHP versions, many legacy applications and specific development projects still require PHP 7.1.3 or other versions within the PHP 7.1.x branch. Finding the Right XAMPP Version for PHP 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I run PHP 7.1.3 with XAMPP on macOS M1/M2?

A: Yes, using Rosetta 2. The Intel installer works. However, performance may be slower. Consider Docker as an alternative. xampp php 7.1.3

If you are unsure if you are running this specific version, you can verify it using these methods: Guide to XAMPP with PHP 7

XAMPP with PHP 7.1.3: Solving Legacy Environment Headaches

Let’s be honest: PHP 7.1.3 is old (released March 2017). It’s no longer supported, and you shouldn’t use it for production. But in the real world, legacy projects happen. Missing extensions: enable required extensions in php

Troubleshooting tips (common issues)

• Missing extensions: enable required extensions in php.ini (extension_dir must match PHP build).
• Port conflicts: Apache in XAMPP commonly conflicts with other apps on ports 80/443 — change ports if needed.
• phpMyAdmin or MySQL incompatibilities after PHP changes: ensure PHP MySQL extensions (mysqli, pdo_mysql) are enabled and that MySQL/MariaDB versions are compatible.

Typical bundle components (what to expect in a XAMPP package with PHP 7.1.3)

• Apache HTTP Server (2.4.x series)
• PHP 7.1.3 (Zend Engine 3, new features of 7.1 line)
• MySQL or MariaDB (version depends on the XAMPP build)
• phpMyAdmin (version varies)
• OpenSSL, Perl, and other utilities depending on platform (Windows/macOS/Linux)

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