Midwest PHP 2016
4 - 5 Mar 2016 at Hilton Minneapolis

I was hoping to learn more about OPCache since I've been having issues with it on some of our client sites. But the information about memcached was good ... we've been thinking about using it on our servers but aren't sure where to start.

Great overview of how to approach load testing. I would have liked to hear more information about how to actually write the scripts for the testing an application, but with the limited amount of time I can see why it wasn't included.

Having a history of experience studying and implementing encryption routines, I can say that Enrico's presentation was on point. I agree with Michael's opinion that a little more enthusiasm would've benefitted the experience. Also, on one of the last slides there was a brief mention of PHP7's new random number functions, however I was looking forward to doing more in depth digging into PHP7's capabilities and implementation.

A great overall presentation of the proper way to implement cryptography from a php developer's perspective.

I feel like this is an overlooked and under appreciated area of webdev. Jason Lotito demonstrated the aspects of load testing using easy to understand tools and code. I especially liked how he used a highliting effect within his presentation to keep the group following along on a line by line breakdown of his test code. I believe he outlined a well rounded coverage of the configuration options and considerations of load testing.

I felt like a few more use-case scenarios could've been played out with briefer detail through the middle of his presentation, however I cannot fault him for the detail and verbosity of his talk; especially with an expectation of bringing complete novices to a competent level in only an hour.

My only real complaint is that your slideshow could've used a hair more debug time ;-p

Good job Jason, I look forward to more insightful presentations in the future.

Good talk, done in an enjoyable way.

Good explanations and examples, and presented in an enjoyable way.

A great introduction to map, filter, and reduce, and how they can be used to solve problems using a different approach than we normally use. Well done.

Solid talk, it got me excited to really spend the time getting Docker running in my environment.

I thought Kayla did an excellent job of framing the problem, and helping those who do not have to deal with these issues on a daily basis better understand the problem. I do somewhat agree with those who said it would have been even better if more time had been spent discussion solutions, but this was still one of my favorite soft talks.

Good explanation of the various types of APIs, and their advantages and disadvantages, along with how you can elevate your APIs.