This tip is for developers out there who know PHP. If you have ever wanted to convert your PHP scripts into a standalone Windows executable program there are several options out there for you.

First, there are the “standard” PHP to EXE compilers you can get such as Bambalam or PriadoBlender. However, a more intriguing option is WinBinder. WinBinder, in a nutshell, bridges the gap between the PHP interpreter and the Windows API allowing you to create and distribute PHP applications as Windows programs. WinBinder also features a graphical form editor you can use to create GUI’s for your applications. There are also many more features you can read about on WinBinder’s site.

WinBinder is completely free (and open source) and something PHP developers should definitely take a look at.