Ultimate Guide to PHP 8.4 Image Compression: Why libvips Beats GD and Imagick for High-Traffic Apps

Exploring the best image compression library for PHP 8.4 and Nginx environments, specifically for mobile users uploading high-res photos to a 1080p SPA web app. This article compares libvips, GD, and Imagick, offering a complete best-practice solution including client-side pre-compression and AVIF formatting.