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How to List Files in PHP, Convert to Array, and Save as JSON

When working on a web application, you may often find the need to comprehensively list the contents of a directory and save that information in a manageable format. A common task could be to identify all the files in a specific directory, compile them into an array, and ultimately save this array as a JSON file. This guide provides a detailed solution to help you implement this feature using PHP.

The Problem

Suppose you are developing a web app where you need to read files like *-pairings.txt in a directory called archives. Your goal is to compile a list of these files into an array and save that array in a file called contents.json. The desired output of this JSON file would look like this:

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However, after trying some initial code, you find that your output file (contents.json) is blank. This raises the need to troubleshoot and implement a more reliable solution.

The Solution

Step-by-Step Implementation

The following steps will guide you to successfully list the contents of a directory in PHP and save them as JSON.

1. Creating a PHP Function to List Directory Contents

To achieve the desired functionality, we will create a simple PHP function using scandir(). Here’s how the function works:

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2. Adding a Suffix Filter (Optional)

If you only want to include files with a specific suffix (for example, all .txt files), you can modify the function as follows:

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3. Usage

To use the function, simply call it and provide the directory path (and the suffix, if needed):

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Conclusion

With this guide, you now have a complete solution for listing files within a directory in PHP, converting them into an array, and saving them as a JSON file. Making modifications, such as adding suffix filters, allows you to customize the functionality according to your needs. This process can be very helpful in managing files efficiently within your web application.

Feel free to adapt the provided code to suit your specific requirements and ensure that you follow the best practices for managing file paths and JSON data in your projects.