[Fixed] Homebrew error when installing php in Mac – Php

by
Liam Thompson
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Quick Fix: Execute brew upgrade to update Homebrew and installed packages. This ensures you have the latest versions of Homebrew and PHP dependencies. Then, run brew install php to reinstall PHP with the updated dependencies.

The Problem:

A developer is unable to install PHP using Homebrew on their MacBook Pro with the M1 Pro chip. The installation process fails with an error message indicating ‘No such file or directory’ while downloading a bottle file. Despite having a clean installation of Homebrew, the issue persists. Updating Homebrew resolved the problem.

The Solutions:

Solution 1: Update Homebrew

Sometimes, Homebrew may not be up to date, leading to installation errors. To resolve this, follow these steps:

  1. Open a Terminal window.

  2. Run the brew upgrade command to update Homebrew.

  3. After the update is complete, try installing PHP again using brew install php.

Solution 2: Install Brotli first

To resolve the “No such file or directory” error when attempting to install PHP using Homebrew on a Mac, installing Brotli beforehand can prove effective. Initiate the installation process by running the following command in your terminal:

“`
brew install brotli
“`

After Brotli is successfully installed, proceed with installing PHP by executing the following command:

“`
brew install php
“`

This approach has proven successful for individuals encountering similar installation issues with PHP on their Mac. It’s worth noting that this solution targets a specific scenario and may not be applicable to all instances of PHP installation errors.

Q&A

How and what can solve the Homebrew error when installing PHP in Mac?

To resolve the issue try brew upgrade, then brew install php.

What’s another solution to the Homebrew error?

Install brotli first, by writing brew install brotli.

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