Project Organization
File Structure Comparison
Interactive file trees showing how PHP and Next.js organize project files. Click folders to expand and explore. Hover items to see their purpose.
Traditional PHP Project
PHPNext.js App Router Project
Next.jsStructural Analysis
PHPOrganization Pattern
- Separation of Concerns
- Logic and presentation are often mixed within the same .php file. Business logic, SQL queries, and HTML output coexist in page files.
- Reuse Pattern
- PHP uses include/require for template partials. Functions are stored in global includes/ files. No module system or tree-shaking.
- Asset Management
- CSS and JS files are stored as static assets with global scope. No bundling, minification, or dead code elimination built in.
Next.jsOrganization Pattern
- Separation of Concerns
- Components separate UI, logic, and data fetching. Server Components handle data, Client Components handle interactivity. Actions handle mutations.
- Reuse Pattern
- React components are composable and self-contained. Each component imports only what it needs. ES modules enable tree-shaking.
- Asset Management
- Tailwind CSS generates only used styles. Automatic code splitting per route. Image optimization built in. Fonts optimized at build time.