How to Prioritize MAMP PHP in the Terminal on Mac?

Overriding the PHP Path to Use MAMP

Question:

After reconfiguring PHP on Mac to enable the SOAP module, the user must manually specify the MAMP directory path in command-line commands. How can the system be modified to enable use of just the "php" command instead of the entire MAMP path?

Answer:

To override the PHP path and prioritize MAMP, follow these steps:

1. Create a .bash_profile file: In the user's home directory (e.g., "/Users/David"), create a ".bash_profile" file using a text editor (e.g., vim).

2. Add environment variables: In the ".bash_profile" file, create two environment variables:

   • export MAMP_PHP=/Applications/MAMP/bin/php/php5.3.6/bin
   • export PATH="$MAMP_PHP:$PATH"
3. Set the path precedence: The $PATH variable includes /usr/bin, where the system PHP resides. By placing the MAMP PHP path ahead of $PATH, the system will prioritize the MAMP version.
4. Save and reboot Terminal: Save the ".bash_profile" file and restart Terminal.

5. Verification: To confirm that the MAMP version is being used, run the following commands:

   • php -v: Should output the MAMP PHP version (e.g., 5.3.6).
   • which php: Outputs the path to the executable being used (should now be the MAMP PHP path).

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