Overview
The Boilerplate Website is designed to simplify the process of creating and managing a new site built on Craft CMS. It serves as a comprehensive framework for developers looking to set up a Craft CMS environment quickly and efficiently. With all the necessary configurations and tools provided, this boilerplate helps streamline development and minimizes the hassle often associated with initial setup.
By utilizing the Boilerplate, developers can focus more on building features rather than dealing with configuration issues. It integrates various services and tools, ensuring that your local development resembles the production environment, thereby enhancing consistency across different stages of development.
Features
- Craft CMS Compatibility: Built specifically for Craft CMS, allowing for seamless integration and easy management of content.
- DDEV Support: Default setup for development using DDEV, simplifying environment setup with easy-to-follow hooks and configurations.
- Project Config: Utilizes Craft’s Project Config feature to manage database structure changes, which helps maintain consistency among developers.
- Simple Installation: Clear instructions for setting up a new site using the boilerplate, making it easy to get started for any developer.
- Automated NPM and Composer Setup: Automatically installs required npm packages and Composer dependencies on startup, ensuring that your environment is always up to date.
- Secure Configuration: Notable attention to security with setup instructions for app IDs and security keys to protect project integrity.
- Version Control Friendly: Designed to work with Git repositories, helping teams easily manage changes and collaborate effectively.
- Memory and Performance Requirements: Clearly outlines the prerequisites for running the project, ensuring that developers are aware of the necessary resources needed for optimal performance.
