Hey everyone! I’m starting a new PHP project and need some advice on building a backend admin panel. I’ve had some rough experiences with admin panels before, so I want to get it right this time.
The site will be for companies and admins to log in and manage their data. It’s not going to have tons of database tables, but there will be some complex logic between different parts.
I’m looking for something that:
- Keeps the markup and logic separate
- Has a user-friendly, standardized interface
- Isn’t just for scaffolding (I need more flexibility)
Any suggestions on frameworks or libraries that might fit the bill? I’d love to try out a few different options before committing to one.
Thanks in advance for your help! I know this is pretty subjective, but I’m hoping to get some ideas to explore further.
hmmm, interesting options! have u considered yii2? it’s got a neat CRUD generator for quick admin setups, but u can still customize. plus, it’s pretty fast. what kinda specific features do u need? maybe we could brainstorm some cool ideas for ur admin panel!
hey mate, have u checked out october cms? it’s built on laravel and has a sweet admin panel out of the box. u can customize it easily and it keeps things clean. not as heavy as laravel+nova but still pretty powerful. might be worth a look for ur project!
Having worked on several PHP admin panel projects, I’d recommend looking into Laravel with its built-in Nova admin panel. It offers a clean separation of concerns, a sleek interface out of the box, and extensive customization options. Nova isn’t just for scaffolding; you can build complex, tailored admin experiences.
For more flexibility, consider Symfony with the EasyAdmin bundle. It provides a powerful foundation for creating admin interfaces while giving you full control over the backend logic. Although its learning curve is steeper than Laravel’s, it’s worth considering for complex projects.
Alternatively, Slim PHP paired with the Twig templating engine is a minimalistic option that enforces a clear separation of markup and logic, allowing for significant flexibility if you’re comfortable building more from scratch.