A Framework with a Twist

Important

This is work in progress and not yet ready for production use!

Darken PHP merges the best of frameworks like Nuxt.js and Astro into a PHP-based system without the overhead of Node.js dependencies. It’s designed for simplicity, efficiency, and minimalism, offering a unique single-file component approach.

Single-File Components

<?php
$page = new class {

    #[\Darken\Attributes\RouteParam]
    public string $name;

    public function getGreeting(): string
    {
        return 'Hello, ' . ucfirst($this->name) . '!';
    }
};
?>
<h1><?= $page->getGreeting(); ?></h1>

• Combine controller logic, view code, and data flow in one file.
• Simplified structure for faster prototyping and easier maintenance.

Minimalistic Project Structure

• Starts with just a public folder, a components folder, and minimal configuration.
• No unnecessary boilerplate—grow your project as needed.

Components with Slots

• Reusable components with slot functionality, inspired by Vue and Svelte.
• Flexible content management directly in PHP.

Streamlined Workflow

• No jumping between config, controller, and view files—keep everything in one place.
• Faster prototyping with easy refactoring into smaller components as needed.

Why Choose Darken?

• Simplicity: Start small and extend your project gracefully.
• Efficiency: No unnecessary dependencies or bloated setup.
• Familiarity: PHP developers can leverage tools like Composer with ease.
• Performance: Optimized for production with minimal runtime overhead.

Darken PHP is ideal for developers seeking a lightweight, modern framework with a clean and efficient structure.