What is Phalcon?

Phalcon stands out as a robust PHP framework that is delivered as a C-extension, establishing a remarkable benchmark for speed in the PHP ecosystem. Its innovative architecture allows developers to tap into its capabilities without needing to learn C programming. The framework’s functionalities are organized within PHP classes and interfaces under the Phalcon namespace, making them highly accessible for developers. Upon the initialization of the web server's daemon, Zephir and C extensions are loaded simultaneously, ensuring that the classes and functions from the extension are instantly available for development purposes. Since the code is specifically pre-compiled for the target platform and processor, there is no requirement for interpretation, which significantly boosts performance. Phalcon’s refined architecture and specific optimizations minimize the overhead for applications that adhere to the MVC design pattern. This allows developers to effortlessly build both single-module and multi-module applications, utilizing familiar file structures, schemes, and patterns. Additionally, the framework simplifies the creation of RESTful servers and applications by removing unnecessary boilerplate, enabling the development of straightforward services that can easily fit within a single file. All these features combined position Phalcon as a powerful tool that empowers developers to produce high-performance applications with remarkable simplicity and efficiency, ultimately enhancing their productivity and project outcomes.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
Free
Free Version:
Free Version available.

Screenshots and Video

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Phalcon
Company Website:
phalcon.io

Product Details

Deployment
Windows
Mac
Linux
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Video Library
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

Phalcon Categories and Features