Proper logging in PHP with PSR-3

149 · Marco Pivetta · July 28, 2026, 1:45 p.m.
Summary
This article focuses on best practices for logging in PHP using the PSR-3 standard, specifically targeting developers and team leads. It covers essential techniques for error handling, the importance of context in logging, how to properly inject loggers, and the distinction between logging and metrics. It emphasizes avoiding unnecessary clutter in logging calls, using structured messages, and ensuring logging does not introduce performance overhead. The author shares personal experiences to highlight common pitfalls and useful strategies for effective logging.