title: Shorthand for arrays: is there a literal syntax like {} or []?
body: <p><em>What is the shorthand for array notation in PHP?</em></p>
  
  <p>I tried to use (doesn't work):</p>
  
  <pre><code>$list = {};
  </code></pre>
  
  <p>It will be perfect, if you give links on some information about other shorthands for PHP.</p>