A set of high-level PHP abstractions for declarative programming using flat files and plain functions.
Siler is a set of high-level abstractions for declarative programming in PHP, focusing on flat files and plain functions as core building blocks. It provides tools for routing, HTTP responses, and GraphQL integration without imposing a rigid framework structure. The project solves the need for a lightweight, performant alternative to heavier PHP frameworks.
PHP developers building lightweight web applications, APIs, or microservices who prefer minimal overhead and declarative coding styles. It's also suited for those integrating with Swoole for high-performance server needs.
Developers choose Siler for its zero-dependency design, exceptional performance, and flexibility as a library rather than a full framework. Its seamless Swoole integration and built-in GraphQL support offer unique advantages for modern PHP projects.
⚡ Flat-files and plain-old PHP functions rockin'on as a set of general purpose high-level abstractions.
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Built entirely on PHP's built-in functions, eliminating external package management and reducing deployment complexity, as emphasized in the README.
Benchmarks linked in the README demonstrate minimal overhead, making it one of the fastest PHP libraries for routing and responses.
Provides clean functions like Route\get and Response\json for intuitive, declarative web development without hidden configuration.
First-class support allows building high-performance, concurrent HTTP servers with Siler's API, as shown in the Swoole tutorial example.
Supports both schema-first and code-first approaches using peer dependencies like webonyx/graphql-php, offering versatility for API development.
The repository is archived with no future updates, bug fixes, or security patches, posing significant risks for production use as noted in the README warning.
As a minimal library, it lacks common web framework components like middleware, validation, or ORM, requiring developers to implement or integrate these manually.
Optimal performance depends on Swoole, which requires additional setup and knowledge beyond standard PHP environments, adding complexity.
The functional programming approach might be unfamiliar to developers used to object-oriented PHP frameworks, increasing initial learning time and potential integration hurdles.