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Silex PHP micro-framework vs Snap!

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

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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Snap!

Snap!

Education & Reference

Snap! is a visual, blocks-based programming language and website targeted primarily at children and teens to introduce them to coding concepts. It builds on Scratch and allows users to create interactive stories, games, and animations using drag-and-drop blocks.

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