Using netBeans for PHP development (Apache)

I have a project to do in PHP (5) and I want to use netBeans (6.8) as the IDE (Linux). But after a little search I found out that netBeans doesn't have apache2 server.

In that case:

1. Can I use netBeans as my IDE for PHP development? If yes, I would be thankful if you can provide some examples.

2. If not, what are the开发者_运维知识库 other alternatives? Please provide some links.

Working with PHP, Apache, and NetBeans

I think you'd really like http://www.jetbrains.com/phpstorm/ based on what you're describing you want to do.

Yes, I have Zend Server installed as my Server, but use Netbeans for the majority of my development. the IDE does not necessarily also have to be the server.

You could use Zend Server, or depending on your environment, any other LAMP or WAMP stack. Just point netbeans to your server root.