What are potential pitfalls of relying solely on forums for PHP programming advice?

Relying solely on forums for PHP programming advice can lead to receiving inaccurate or outdated information, as forums may not always have expert contributors. It is essential to verify the advice received from forums by consulting official documentation or reputable sources to ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of the solutions. 

// Example of verifying advice received from a forum by consulting official documentation
$variable = 'example';

// Check if variable is a string
if (is_string($variable)) {
    echo 'Variable is a string.';
} else {
    echo 'Variable is not a string.';
}

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