Introduction to Laravel Framework

Objectives

· What is a Framework

· Comparison between Framework and Development from scratch

· The Laravel Framework

· Advantages of Laravel Framework

· Installation of Laravel Framework in windows OS

· Run Laravel application in the server

Framework

· A framework is a pre-built structure that provides a foundation for developing applications.

· It includes reusable code, predefined functions, libraries, and tools that simplify and accelerate development.

· Frameworks enforce coding standards and best practices, reducing development time and minimizing

Comparison: Framework vs. Development from Scratch

· Laravel is often considered a full-stack framework because it provides both backend (server-side) and frontend (client-side) capabilities, allowing developers to build complete web applications without relying on additional frameworks.

· Laravel is a PHP framework designed for building web applications efficiently.

· It follows the Model-View-Controller (MVC) architectural pattern and provides built-in tools to handle common web development tasks, such as authentication, routing, caching, and database management.