What is a framework?

A framework is exactly what the word suggests: a structural foundation. It provides a set of reusable components and functions so the developer doesn’t have to write every line of code from scratch. It includes built-in solutions for things like securing parts of an application, storing data in a database, and much more.

Why do I use a framework?

A framework allows you to work more efficiently because you don’t have to program everything yourself. It also encourages you to follow a clear standard, which is the same standard other developers use. The result is that if someone else needs to take over the development of the software, they can do so easily. In addition, a framework is optimised for performance. If you want to build an application that needs to support many users at the same time, that’s no problem.

What is Symfony?

Symfony is a widely used framework for developing custom cloud software. It is a framework for the PHP programming language, which is one of the most commonly used languages for cloud applications and websites.

Besides being used for custom solutions, Symfony also forms the foundation of many well-known software products. Professional platforms such as Shopware (e-commerce) and Pimcore are built on Symfony.

Conclusion

I use Symfony as a framework for developing custom solutions and system integrations. It is widely adopted, mature and stable. Applications built with Symfony are scalable, easy to maintain and easy to transfer to other developers.