Laravel is an open-source PHP framework designed for web application development. It was created by Taylor Otwell in 2011 and has since become one of the most well-known and popular PHP frameworks.
Following the Model-View-Controller (MVC) pattern, the Laravel framework provides a rich set of features and tools that simplify the creation of modern, scalable, and secure web applications. It is commonly used for building RESTful APIs, content management systems (CMS), e-commerce platforms, and other web-based applications.
Some of the key features of Laravel include:
Eloquent ORM: Laravel offers a powerful Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) called Eloquent, allowing developers to interact with the database using object-oriented syntax, making database management more intuitive.
Artisan CLI: Laravel comes with a Command-Line Interface (CLI) called Artisan, enabling developers to quickly execute commands, generate code, perform database migrations, and more.
Routing: Laravel's routing system allows developers to map URL endpoints to controller methods, providing a clean way to manage application logic.
Blade Templating Engine: Laravel uses the Blade templating engine, which allows developers to reuse HTML components and separate presentation logic from business logic.
Middleware: Laravel supports middleware, which allows developers to process the request-response cycle of an application, enabling the implementation of filters and authentication layers.
Security: Laravel provides built-in features to secure applications, including password hashing, CSRF protection, and validation.
Laravel is renowned for its clear and elegant syntax, extensive documentation, and an active developer community. It also offers a wide range of packages and extensions that can be easily installed using the Laravel Package Manager ("Composer") to add additional functionalities and integrations. This helps reduce development time and enhances developer productivity.
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