Overview

Hardhat is a PHP Framework

Hardhat framework is a light weight php framework. It will work with or without a database (although a database is recommended), and is designed to be flexible yet simple to use.

Features

  • Lightweight
  • Flexible
  • Easy to Install
  • Easy to Use
  • MVC
  • Front Controller
  • SEO Friendly Urls
  • Optional Smarty Templates
  • Server/Client Validation
  • Ajax/JQuery Friendly
  • Mobile Friendly
  • Fixes Back Button/Refresh Issues

Lightweight

Hardhat has a very small footprint, and only needed modules are loaded at any point in time. Since it can run without a database, it is suitable even for small fairly static sites.
Why use a framework on a staic site?

Flexible

Hardhat has a preferred approach to development, which includes MySQL, Smarty, and JQuery. But these elements are not required and can be easily replaced with other components if you prefer.

Easy to Install

If you have a functioning webserver, you should be able to get a site deployed in very short order. Read the Install Instructions here.

Easy to Use

Hardhat is based on a schema driven database model. What that means to you is that if you add a column to a database table, it is automatically available to the view. This is a very flexible arrangement that I'm sure you will come to love.

Hardhat's database access is a little different than what you find out there but I think it is especially well suited to common tasks you will encounter while developing websites.