CakePHP plugin to automatically switch default layout based on domain name
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| Stars gained | +7 | +10 | +90 |
| Per day | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forks gained | +1 | +3 | +10 |
layout_switcher gained 10 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 8. It is about 17 years old and has averaged roughly 0 stars a year. It ranks #629 among PHP repositories and #10,502 across all languages on GitHubRepo.
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#100
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Apr 24, 2009
FIRST APPEARANCE
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layout_switcher has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #100. Below is the 30-day activity profile:
💡 Overview
layout_switcher is an open-source project written in PHP: CakePHP plugin to automatically switch default layout based on domain name.
Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in PHP. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.
⚡ Key Features
Optimized execution pipeline written in PHP for predictable speed.
Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.
Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.
Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.
Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.
📥 Installation
$ git clone https://github.com/mcurry/layout_switcher.git
cd layout_switcher
⚙ System Requirements
Platforms
- • macOS
- • Linux
- • Windows
Runtime & Dependencies
PHP >= 8.2 with Composer
Architecture
x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)
🧠 How It Works
layout_switcher coordinates its core functionality through a modular PHP pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.
🎯 Production Use Cases
Production System Integration
Embed layout_switcher into PHP backend services to handle core application logic.
CI/CD Automated Pipelines
Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.
Developer Tooling & Workflows
Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.
Open Source Extension
Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open source license.
🚀 Getting Started
Install layout_switcher using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/mcurry/layout_switcher.git`
Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for layout_switcher.
Import layout_switcher into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.
Execute your test suite or run `layout_switcher --help` to verify successful setup.
👍 Strengths
⚠️ Considerations
⇄ Alternatives & Direct Competitors
👥 Who Should Use This
Developers and engineering teams building with PHP, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.
🏆 Nearby in the Rankings
mcurry/layout_switcher is currently ranked #10,502 by stars across every repository tracked on GitHubRepo. These are adjacent projects:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does layout_switcher do? +
CakePHP plugin to automatically switch default layout based on domain name
What language is layout_switcher written in? +
The primary language is PHP. Topics include: software.
Is layout_switcher actively maintained? +
Yes, the last recorded push was on Aug 5, 2009 with 0 open issues being tracked.
How many stars does layout_switcher have? +
layout_switcher has 8 stars and 0 forks on GitHub.
How does layout_switcher rank among GitHub repositories? +
With 8 stars, mcurry/layout_switcher is ranked #10,502 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #629 among PHP projects.
What license is layout_switcher distributed under? +
No SPDX license identified yet. Code without a license is subject to copyright by default.