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Composer Setup
Windows installer for the Composer PHP Dependency Manager
Version 6.3.0 · by Nils Adermann, Jordi Boggiano and community contributors
Official site: getcomposer.org
About Composer Setup
Composer Setup downloads and installs the latest version of Composer, the PHP Dependency Manager, so you can use it easily from the command line.
## Features
* Composer is installed globally - just type `composer` from any location to use it.
* Works from cmd, Git Bash, Msys2 and Cygwin terminals.
* Modifies php.ini, if required.
## Package Parameters
The following parameters are generally intended for CI usage:
* `/Dev:path` - this installs Composer to the specified path, but without an uninstaller.
* `/Php:folder-or-exe` - this uses PHP from the specified location, adding it to the path.
Use the `--params` option to pass them to the installer.
For example: `--params '"/Dev:C:\tools\composer /Php:C:\php"'`.
## Notes
The version number refers to the Composer Setup installer and not to Composer, which you can update by running `composer self-update` from your terminal.
This package has a dependency on the Chocolatey PHP package. If this is not found, the latest version will be downloaded and installed first.
If you encounter any problems with the installation, you can run it interactively using the `--notsilent` option.
How to install Composer Setup
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install composer-setup
- Open Composer Setup once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Composer Setup free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to getcomposer.org, the developer's official site, where Composer Setup is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.
What is the latest version of Composer Setup?
The version listed here is 6.3.0, published /Date(1637. The developer's site always has the newest release.
How do I install Composer Setup from the command line?
With Chocolatey, run: choco install composer-setup. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Composer Setup safe?
Composer Setup downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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