PHP Function Array_Walk
PHP array_walk is an essential built-in function that lets you apply a user defined function to every member of an array. This allows you to alter individual values without having to deal with the internal array pointer (or even a foreach loop). This function is especially useful when you are working with a nested array since it dives into each value or key in that array, ensuring that no element gets left behind.
In order to use this function, you must supply the following three parameters:
$array – The array that you want to work on.
callback – The function that will be run for each array element.
$userdata – An optional parameter that can be passed to the callback function.
Note that the first parameter in the callback function is always a reference to the array element. Changing this value will also change the original array. Therefore, it is a good idea to pass all parameters through the array_walk function as reference, so that you don’t accidentally change the array itself.
The function array_walk_recursive is similar to the array_walk, but it allows you to work on a multidimensional array. The biggest difference between the two is that array_walk_recursive can dive into a nested array, which the regular array_walk cannot. You should consider which one will suit your needs best based on the specific requirements of your project.