PHP was, and perhaps still is despite stiff competition from frameworks like Next.js, the ultimate backend-for-frontend (BFF) solution. It's a server-side, super-flexible layer ideal for connecting various components and delivering static HTML with JavaScript enhancements.<p>While there's nothing inherently wrong with using PHP for tasks Java already handles well, given Java's proficiency in its domain, it's not always necessary to replicate these functions in PHP.<p>However, there's a tendency to undervalue PHP-based applications, often labeled as 'home.php-style' apps. It's true they can become unwieldy and unmaintainable if not properly managed. Adhering to good practices is essential, but it's also important to remember not every project needs a complex solution like bootstrapping a Laravel project for a simple task list. Everything comes with its own set of trade-offs!