🚀 Coralito Framework
Modern PHP MVC Framework with Directus CMS Integration
Explore the features and capabilities of our MVC framework
🎯 What is Coralito Framework?
Coralito is a modern, lightweight PHP MVC framework built from the ground up to provide developers with a clean, intuitive, and powerful development experience. It seamlessly integrates with Directus headless CMS to offer the best of both worlds: structured backend development and flexible content management.
🔧 Core Features
- Clean MVC Architecture
- Powerful Routing System
- Template Engine with Inheritance
- Advanced Form Handling
- Built-in Security Features
⚡ Performance & Security
- Intelligent Caching System
- CSRF Protection
- XSS Prevention
- SQL Injection Prevention
- Asset Optimization
Technology Stack
Framework by the Numbers
Comprehensive demonstration of features and capabilities
Named Routes
Learn how to use named routes in your application
- Named route system
- RESTful route patterns
- Route parameters and wildcards
- Route groups and prefixes
- URL generation helpers
Template System
Explore our powerful template inheritance system
- Template inheritance and layouts
- Section management system
- Asset handling and optimization
- View helpers and utilities
- Blade-like syntax support
Components
Reusable components for better code organization
- Reusable component system
- Data binding and props
- Component caching
- Slot-based architecture
- Dynamic component loading
Forms & Validation
Form builder with validation and security features
- Fluent form builder
- Advanced validation engine
- CSRF protection
- File upload handling
- Error management
Asset Management
CSS/JS bundling, minification, and cache management
- CSS/JS bundling system
- Automatic minification
- Cache busting strategies
- Production optimization
- Performance monitoring
Template Engine
See our template engine in action with product listing
- Product catalog system
- Template-driven display
- Dynamic content rendering
- E-commerce patterns
- Data presentation methods
Simple Templates
Basic template usage patterns and examples
- Basic template patterns
- Variable interpolation
- Control structures
- Template inclusion
- Simple data binding
Template Test
Template inheritance testing and validation
- Template inheritance testing
- Layout validation
- Debugging tools
- Performance analysis
- Error handling
API Examples
API endpoints and usage documentation
- Directus CMS integration
- RESTful API endpoints
- Authentication system
- Data transformation
- Real-time API testing
Rapid Development
Get up and running quickly with our intuitive MVC structure, comprehensive documentation, and ready-to-use components. Build complex applications in a fraction of the time.
Security First
Built-in protection against common web vulnerabilities including CSRF, XSS, and SQL injection. Security is not an afterthought but a core principle of the framework.
Modular Architecture
Clean separation of concerns with a modular architecture that makes your code maintainable, testable, and scalable. Each component has a single responsibility.
Headless CMS Ready
Seamless integration with Directus CMS provides a powerful, flexible content management solution while maintaining full control over your frontend presentation.
About This Demo Application
This comprehensive demonstration showcases the real-world capabilities of the Coralito Framework. Each section demonstrates different aspects of the framework, from basic routing and templating to advanced features like API integration and component systems.
🔍 What You'll Learn
- MVC patterns and best practices
- Template engine usage
- Form handling and validation
- API development patterns
💡 Implementation Details
- Real code examples
- Interactive demonstrations
- Performance optimizations
- Security implementations
Quick Navigation & Resources
Explore different parts of the application and access development tools
🚀 Getting Started Guide
1. Setup & Installation
Clone the repository, install dependencies with Composer, and configure your environment variables for Directus integration.
2. Explore the Demos
Start with the Templates demo to understand the view system, then explore routing, forms, and API integration examples.
3. Build Your App
Use the framework patterns and components demonstrated here to build your own applications with confidence.