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Rextester vs Silex PHP micro-framework

A side-by-side look at Rextester and Silex PHP micro-framework. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Rextester

Rextester

Development

Rextester is an online compiler and editor for various programming languages that allows users to write and execute code snippets without installing anything. It supports over 20 languages including C, C++, Java, Python, C#, VB.NET, PHP, Perl, Ruby, Swift, and more.

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Silex PHP micro-framework

Silex PHP micro-framework

Development

Silex is a micro-framework for PHP that is built on top of Symfony components. It is lightweight, fast, and well-suited for smaller web applications and RESTful web services. Silex makes it easy to quickly create APIs and web apps without a lot of boilerplate code.

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