🪟 Windows Platform

DevKit for Windows v1.1.1

Complete PHP development environment for Windows 10 and Windows 11

Version 1.1.1
Release Date January 5, 2026
File Size 215 MB
Format EXE Installer
Microsoft Store

Direct download (215 MB EXE)

📦 What's Included

✓ PHP 8.4
✓ MariaDB 11.8 LTS (MySQL-compatible)
✓ Nginx 1.28
✓ Redis 7.2
✓ Composer 2.x
✓ phpMyAdmin 5.2.3

💻 System Requirements

  • Operating System:
    Windows 10 (version 1809 or later) or Windows 11
  • Architecture:
    x64 (64-bit)
  • Memory (RAM):
    2 GB minimum (4 GB recommended)
  • Disk Space:
    1.5 GB free disk space
  • Administrator privileges for installation
  • Internet connection for initial setup
  • Windows Defender or antivirus may require approval

🎉 What's New in Version 1.1.1

  • PHP 8.4.2 - Latest stable release with Windows-specific optimizations
  • MariaDB 11.8 LTS - Enhanced Windows compatibility
  • Nginx 1.28 - Native Windows build with improved performance
  • Redis 7.2.8 - Windows-optimized version
  • Composer 2.9.3 - Faster dependency resolution
  • phpMyAdmin 5.2.3 - Modern UI with dark mode support
  • New: Silent install mode for automated deployments
  • Fixed: PATH environment variable not updating on some systems
  • Fixed: Service startup delays on slower machines
  • Improved: Installation wizard with better error messages

📖 Quick Installation Guide

1Download the Installer

Download the Windows installer (devkit_1.1.1_win64.exe, 215 MB)

Download Now

2Windows Security Warning

⚠️ Windows SmartScreen Warning

When you run the installer, Windows SmartScreen may show a warning: "Windows protected your PC"

This is expected for new software. DevKit is safe to install. To proceed:

  1. Click on "More info"
  2. Click "Run anyway"

This warning appears because the installer is not yet widely recognized by Microsoft SmartScreen. As DevKit gains more downloads, this warning will disappear.

Windows SmartScreen - Click More info

Step 1: Click "More info"

Windows SmartScreen - Click Run anyway

Step 2: Click "Run anyway"

3Run the Installer

Double-click devkit_1.1.1_win64.exe to start the installation wizard.

  • Accept the license agreement
  • Choose installation directory (default: C:\CodesEasy\DevKit)
  • Select whether to create desktop shortcut
  • Click "Install" and wait for the installation to complete

4Launch DevKit

After installation, DevKit will be available from:

  • Start Menu → DevKit
  • Desktop shortcut (if selected during installation)
  • System tray icon for quick access

For complete installation instructions and troubleshooting, visit our documentation page.

Need DevKit for Linux?

🐧 View DevKit for Linux →