On Tue, Jun 23, 2026 at 9:56 AM Muhammed Arshid KV <[email protected]> wrote:
> Hi, > > I propose deprecating SplFileObject CSV methods like fputcsv, fgetcsv, > setCsvControl, and getCsvControl. > > These APIs are complex and hard to maintain, and named arguments expose > design inconsistencies, causing long-standing issues. > > We should consider replacing them with a dedicated ext/csv that provides > a cleaner, stream-friendly CSV API. > > https://github.com/php/php-src/pull/22160 > > > Regards. > > Arshid > > > > Hi Arshid, While I agree that CSV handling can and should be improved in core PHP, deprecating the current API without providing at least the start of a replacement API seems premature to me. We should first focus on providing a better/improved CSV experience in PHP. Then, if: - we all agree on a new API - everyone starts using it and it becomes popular - and the path to migrate to the new API is made as straightforward as possible then we can start discussing the process of deprecating the current feature. Anything else would be counterproductive at the moment. Best regards, Ignace
