How do I use the CPHP getMetadata function with custom objects?

Environment:

Connect for PHP (CPHP), Custom Objects
Oracle B2C Service

Resolution:

A good way to use the CPHP getMetadata function with custom objects is to use the PHP get_class function, as in this example:

$className = get_class($obj);
$objMetadata = $className::getMetadata();

For details see the 'Metadata' and 'Introspection Functions' sections of the CPHP product feature technical documentation found here

Answer ID 5169: Technical Documentation and Sample Code