Using the Pimcore Console
In this section, we will get a little familiar with the Pimcore console, a powerful and useful tool to be able to execute commands without having to access the web administration panel.
The Pimcore Console can be described as a command-line interface that allows you to install, configure, and maintain your Pimcore using only the terminal. The main goal is to provide a tool for the actions that can normally be performed through the administrative area.
As Pimcore's admin interface is so beautiful and easy to use, the natural question is: why should you use a command-line interface? There are two main reasons:
- The keyboard is faster than the mouse: For advanced users, typing a command can be an order of magnitude faster than pressing a button in a web browser.
- Scripting: You can put several commands in a text file and have it run automatically.
Using a console instead of using the web interface is much faster because it eliminates...
