What is middleware in Laravel?

What is middleware in Laravel?

Middleware in Laravel is a mechanism that filters HTTP requests entering your application. It can be used for tasks like authentication, logging, and CORS.

Can you give me an example of how to create a middleware?

Sure! You can create middleware using the Artisan command: php artisan make:middleware CheckAge. This will create a new middleware file in the app/Http/Middleware directory.

How do I register this middleware?

You can register your middleware in the app/Http/Kernel.php file. Add it to the $routeMiddleware array like this: 'checkAge' => \\App\\Http\\Middleware\\CheckAge::class.

What are some common use cases for middleware?

Common use cases include user authentication, logging requests, handling CORS, and modifying request/response data.