How can one specify the compile directory in Smarty to avoid errors related to missing files or directories?

When using Smarty, one can specify the compile directory to avoid errors related to missing files or directories by setting the $compile_dir variable in the Smarty object creation. This variable should point to a valid directory where Smarty can compile templates. By specifying a compile directory, Smarty will be able to store compiled templates and avoid any errors related to missing directories or files.

require('libs/Smarty.class.php');

$smarty = new Smarty();
$smarty->setCompileDir('/path/to/compile/dir/');