PrestaShop 9 introduces several significant updates and features aimed at improving performance, developer flexibility, and user experience. Here are the highlights:
- Framework Upgrade:
- The platform now uses Symfony 6.4, providing better performance, security, and compatibility with modern PHP technologies. This upgrade ensures long-term support until 2027.
- PHP Compatibility:
- PrestaShop 9 supports PHP 8.1, 8.2, and 8.3, allowing developers to utilize advanced language features and enhanced performance capabilities.
- Modernized API:
- A new API, based on the API Platform, has been introduced for seamless integrations and extended flexibility.
- Admin Interface Enhancements:
- The admin backend is fully transitioned to Symfony, improving maintainability. The login system has also been revamped for better security and user management.
- Front Office Developments:
- The introduction of a Symfony container for the front office paves the way for more dynamic and flexible front-end features.
- Dedicated Kernels:
- The platform now separates environments (Admin, Admin API, Front Office) into distinct kernels, each with its own configuration, improving performance and modularity.
- Compliance Tools:
- New validators and compliance APIs help developers test and update their modules efficiently for compatibility with the latest version.
These changes position PrestaShop 9 as a forward-looking solution for e-commerce, catering to both business needs and developer demands. The current release is in the alpha stage, and further refinements are expected in the final version later this year. For more details, check the official PrestaShop blog or developer documentation【8】【9】【10】
