Microsoft WebMatrix vs Silex

A side-by-side look at Microsoft WebMatrix and Silex. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Microsoft WebMatrix

Development

Microsoft WebMatrix is a lightweight web development tool that allows developers to easily build websites using ASP.NET, PHP, Node.js and HTML5. It includes pre-built site templates, drag & drop controls, code editors and testing tools.

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Silex

Development

Silex is a simple, fast web framework for PHP based on Symfony components. It is lightweight and easy to get started with, good for smaller web applications and APIs.

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