How to Compile a Single PHP Version from DirectAdmin?

Hosting platforms often support multiple PHP versions, which are usually compiled simultaneously. This process can be time-consuming. However, you can speed up the process by compiling just one specific PHP version through SSH access in DirectAdmin.

Steps to Compile a Single PHP Version

1. Access DirectAdmin via SSH

   Start by logging into your DirectAdmin server using SSH access.

2. Check Available PHP Versions

   To find out which PHP versions are available on your server, run the following command:

   perl

   grep -P 'php[\d]_' /usr/local/directadmin/custombuild/options.conf

   This will display a list of all the PHP versions installed.

3. Compile Your Selected PHP Version

   Once you know the PHP versions available, choose the one you want to compile (e.g., PHP 7.3). Then, execute the following commands:

   bash

    

   cd /usr/local/directadmin/custombuild ./build set php1_release 7.3 ./build update ./build php_expert 7.3 php-fpm ./build rewrite_confs

   This process will compile only the PHP version specified (in this case, PHP 7.3), saving time and resources.