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Framing the Future

1:18 with Alena Holligan

Slim Framework also has a [tutorial project](https://www.slimframework.com/docs/v3/tutorial/first-app.html) that steps you through even more features of slim. Stepping through that tutorial is a great next step in your programming journey. From there, try out some other PHP frameworks, I'll include links in the notes.

When jumping into a new framework

  1. Step through their tutorial project (Slim Framework Tutorial)
  2. Use their skeleton to build your own project. (✓)

Other Popular PHP Frameworks

  • Symfony is a set of reusable PHP components and a PHP framework for web projects.
  • Value elegance, simplicity, and readability? You’ll fit right in. Laravel is designed for people just like you.
  • Zend Framework is a Professional PHP packages ready for PHP 7 Focused on Simplicity, Reusability, and Performance. They also have a micro framework named Expressive
  • CodeIgniter is a powerful PHP framework with a very small footprint, built for developers who need a simple and elegant toolkit to create full-featured web applications.
  • CakePHP makes building web applications simpler, faster, while requiring less code. A modern PHP 7 framework offering a flexible database access layer and a powerful scaffolding system that makes building both small and complex systems simpler, easier and, of course, tastier.
  • A full-stack PHP framework delivered as a C-extension. Its innovative architecture makes Phalcon the fastest PHP framework ever built!
  • The Fuel PHP Framework is a fast, simple and flexible PHP 5.4+ framework, born from the best ideas of other frameworks, with a fresh start!
  • Yes, it is! Yii is a fast, secure, and efficient PHP framework. Flexible yet pragmatic. Works right out of the box. Has reasonable defaults.
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    Great job working with your first PHP framework.

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    Not only do frameworks help us to build an application more easily,

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    they're a good way to see how other people are using code.

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    Remember, we're all learning and growing.

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    If the code you write in six months looks the same as it does now,

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    you're doing it wrong.

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    This principle holds true throughout your career, so

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    don't get hung up on the details.

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    Do your best now and continue to learn.

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    Slim framework also has a tutorial project

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    that steps you through even more features of Slim.

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    Stepping through that tutorial is a great next step in your programming journey.

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    From there, try out some other PHP frameworks.

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    I'll include links in the notes.

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    When jumping into a new framework, use the same suggestions I've made for Slim.

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    Step through their tutorial project and

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    then use their skeleton to build your own project.

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    Being familiar with multiple frameworks not only builds your skills, but

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    also helps you bring new ideas to old projects.

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    It can also expand your network by introducing you to other people and

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    communities within the PHP ecosystem.

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    Have fun, build your skills and join the community.

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