Functions JScms
Function: convertToBytes
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Function: convertToBytes
The convertToBytes function converts shorthand notations for memory size (e.g., 8M, 2G) into their equivalent values in bytes.
Syntax
convertToBytes(string $value): int
Parameters
$value: (string) The shorthand notation for memory size (e.g.,8M,2G).
Returns
(int) The equivalent memory size in bytes.
Example Usage
<?php
$bytes = convertToBytes("8M");
echo "8M equals " . $bytes . " bytes.";
?>
Best Practices
- Use this function to handle memory size values in server configuration settings.
- Validate the input string to ensure it contains valid shorthand notations.
Common Issues
- Invalid Input: Ensure the input string is formatted correctly (e.g.,
8M,2G, or numeric values). - Unrecognized Units: The function only supports
k,m, andgunits for conversion.