DraftCode for PHP IDE is a powerful tool for developing and running PHP, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS directly on your iPad or iPhone, as well as on Apple Silicon Macs. It allows you to work without needing an internet connection. With DraftCode, you can run complex applications such as WordPress or phpMyAdmin right on your device.

One of the key features of DraftCode is the ability to freely choose your workspace location. You can store your projects inside DraftCode or in a folder of a Git client like WorkingCopy. If you prefer, you can also save your work in iCloud or other services that allow custom folder locations.

DraftCode excels in providing essential support for web development. You can easily access your PHP web apps from other applications on your iPad while using split-screen mode. This means you can view your project alongside mobile Safari or the Brave browser, making it easy to test and develop your applications.

The app comes with a standard PHP stack that includes several PHP extensions often found on servers. These include MySQL, SQLite, PDO, Curl, OpenSSL, FTP, XML, JSON, SOAP, GD, and more. You also have the flexibility for PHP version switching, as DraftCode supports multiple versions, including PHP 7.3, PHP 8.0, PHP 8.1, and PHP 8.2. For those interested, PHP 8.5 is also available via in-app purchase.

DraftCode is packed with features that enhance your coding experience. You can execute PHP, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS without needing an internet connection, making it one of the ideal offline development tools. The app allows you to run even complex apps like WordPress offline for seamless development.

When working with DraftCode, a session inspector feature is available to monitor the state of current session variables. You will also see PHP error displays to help identify issues in your code easily. DraftCode offers syntax coloring for PHP and JavaScript, making your code visually clear and easy to read.

For those who prefer using physical keyboards, DraftCode supports both internal and external keyboards with additional shortcuts. The app has great multitasking capabilities on iPad, making it easy to switch between applications and tasks effortlessly.

The file workspace in DraftCode offers various file management options, including the ability to zip, unzip, copy, move, or duplicate files and folders. There are also file import/export options that allow you to share code through iCloud Drive, other apps, or iTunes file sharing.

DraftCode features a Kiosk mode that allows you to run your PHP code in fullscreen. There’s also a Script mode that lets you run PHP scripts without a web context or timeout, providing even more flexibility in how you develop applications.

Included in DraftCode are various PHP packages that enhance its functionality. You can run WordPress offline with the included WordPress SQLite plugin, which makes it easy to develop themes and plugins. For database management, there's phpMyAdmin access setup for connecting to external MySQL databases, although the MySQL database itself is not included. Additionally, PHPLiteAdmin functionality allows you to work with local SQLite databases. The Composer dependency manager is included to help you manage your project dependencies efficiently and even comes with a Composer example project for guidance.

DraftCode’s iCloud folder support means you can keep your work organized and easily accessible. With the flexibility to develop offline and work collaboratively, this PHP IDE for iPad is a great choice for anyone looking to build web applications on their mobile device.

For more details and answers to frequently asked questions, you can visit DraftCode's website.