Composer

[ross]

Hi All,

I'm using Composer (http://getcomposer.org/) to manage dependencies. I frequently check out different branches and run composer.phar install every time to update the dependencies.

I'm evaluating PHP Tools (looking to purchase it as it's great!) but the one issue I have encountered is how to update the solution once composer brings in new dependencies.

Does anyone have a solution for this?

I'd prefer not to have to recreate the Visual Studio solution every time if possible.

Thanks!

-Ross

[Jakub Misek]

Hi,

It seams Composer changes files outside the Visual Studio (mostly in folder "vendor" ?)

We are planning to add an option, so your project would reflect the physical directory (would update itself if files are added or deleted outside VS).

However for now, the easier way would be to take advantage of "Show All Files" feature. Click "Show All Files" icon on top of Solution Explorer, so you'll see all the files in project directory. All the files and directories that are not a part of your project would appear as semi-transparent.

You can click "Refresh" icon to update the Solution Explorer. Also you may include/exclude single items to update your project.

I hope it helps.

Thanks,