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Aug 16, 2025 · Backend Development

Unlock PHP 8’s New System Functions: fdiv, str_contains, mb_str_pad, bcceil & More

This article introduces the latest PHP 8 system functions—including fdiv for floating‑point division, str_contains, str_starts_with, str_ends_with for string checks, mb_str_pad for multibyte padding, and new arbitrary‑precision math functions like bcceil, bcfloor, bcround—providing clear examples and usage tips for backend developers.