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The command "cake server" is commonly used in the context of CakePHP, a popular PHP framework.
In CakePHP, the "cake" command is the primary CLI (Command Line Interface) tool used for various development tasks, such as running migrations, generating code, and working with the built-in web server.
"cake server" specifically starts the development server provided by CakePHP. This command enables you to run your CakePHP application locally without the need for an external web server like Apache or Nginx. It launches a lightweight server on a specific port (usually 8765 or 8766) and listens for incoming HTTP requests.
By running the "cake server" command, you can quickly start a local server and test your CakePHP application in your development environment. This is especially useful during the development and debugging phase of a project, as it allows you to preview your application and its functionality without the need for a full-fledged server setup.