Re: calling functions from one or multiple files

Lamp Lists wrote:

Hi, Right now I use one file, usually called functions.php, with all functions I'm going to use most likely on every page. Then, I create each function I'm going to use once in a while as separate file. Pro: I would include a function when I'm going to use. Con: I have to write extra include line to call function. And have bunch of files (functions) in function folder. I was talking to co-workers few days ago and they said I complicate my life to much and putting ALL functions in one file is just fine and I'll not be able to see difference in "real situations".

When not using a framework (eg. Cake) i also usually keep a single file and include it. I think it depends on how many functions you have. If you've got a really huge functions.php and most of them are used only in one or two scripts, then you probably shouldn't be loading it into every script. Otherwise, i wouldn't be too concerned about it. Of course, you should also think about using classes if that makes sense for what you're doing.