Code refactoring

Refactor the provided code segment to enhance readability, maintainability, and performance, adhering to the best practices of PHP 8.2, Symfony 6, API Platform, and React. Rename variables as necessary to reflect their purpose more clearly. Exclude docblock comments and, in the constructor, limit the use of visibility specifiers for variables. Please present the refactored code in [LANGUAGE], and accompany it with an explanation of the changes made, their rationale, and the resulting improvements.

Here's the prompt for refactoring:

"[TOPIC]"

Refactored code in [LANGUAGE]:

[LANGUAGE]

Explanation of changes: - [Explanation of each change, why it was made, and the benefits.]