Why do I get a laravel error while creating a new project?

Question

When I type laravel new blog I get the following error.

In RequestException.php line 113:

Server error: GET http://cabinet.laravel.com/latest.zi

Answer 1

If you use laravel homestead, maybe you should update the box itself.

Dont forget to backup your databases.

From the directory where Homestead is installed, run the update command:

vagrant box update
vagrant destroy
vagrant up

For a more detailed description, see: How to update your Laravel Homestead Box