>> Substr_replace() for the purpose of changing one char is like using a >> tank for a fly swatter, it may work but it is extremely inefficient. >> > the example wasn't clear but I stated with substr_replace() there is no > need > for ranges in {}. > I like {$s,$l} and/or {$s:$e} for read, but I can see using that kinda syntax for write getting REALLY messy. So: -1 on write acces using {,} or {:} and if it doesn't work for write then making it work for read is inconsistent so -1 on the whole concept.
Still +1 on $str{$negOffset} though, speed aside, it's readable and cute. -Sara -- PHP Internals - PHP Runtime Development Mailing List To unsubscribe, visit: http://www.php.net/unsub.php