1.2.1140. Static Call With Self

Avoid using a static call on a non-static method.

PHP allows it inside the class itself. Yet, it makes the code confusing.

<?php

class x {
     function foo() {
             self::bar();
             $this->bar();
     }

     // non static method
     function bar() {

     }
}

?>

See also Don’t call instance methods statically.

1.2.1140.1. Suggestions

• Use the normal method call syntax.

1.2.1140.2. Specs

Short name	Performances/StaticCallWithSelf
Rulesets	All, Class Review
Exakat since	2.5.3
PHP Version	All
Severity	Minor
Time To Fix	Quick (30 mins)
Precision	High
Available in	Entreprise Edition, Exakat Cloud