Credential Command

Keep phpkg Running Smoothly with GitHub

Fetching lots of packages or ones with many releases? phpkg relies on GitHub’s API, and without a token, you might hit rate limits—even for public repos. The credential command adds your GitHub access token to unlock private repos and keep public requests flowing, all with one quick step.

Skip this if your GITHUB_TOKEN env var is already set.

Usage

  1. Get a Token: Grab one from GitHub.
    • Pick “repo” scope for private access; “public_repo” works for rate limits on public repos.
  2. Add It: Run:
    phpkg credential github.com <your-token>
  • Stores the token securely for phpkg to use with GitHub’s API.

Works with GitHub now—GitLab and more coming soon.

Why It Matters

  • Rate Limits: GitHub caps unauthenticated API calls—busy projects (e.g., many packages or releases) can hit this fast.
  • Private Repos: Access locked-down code without hassle.
  • Smooth Workflow: One token, no interruptions.

Test it with:

phpkg add https://github.com/sebastianbergmann/phpunit.git

No rate limit errors? You’re set! See Add Command for more.

Why This Matters?

We believe that PHP has enormous untapped potential, and we are dedicated to creating tools that empower developers to harness its full power and capabilities. We aim to unlock this potential by creating tools that help developers harness PHP's full capabilities and extend its power to new heights. To this end, we developed phpkg, a cutting-edge package manager that simplifies the process of using PHP to its fullest extent. With phpkg, developers can take advantage of all that PHP has to offer and build more efficient, scalable, and powerful applications.