Simplicity Wins: Raw PHP Outperforms Framework Bloat on Shared Hosting

As organizations struggle with framework complexity and security vulnerabilities, this developer demonstrates that raw PHP can deliver production-ready websites with superior security posture and long-term maintainability. By eliminating dependencies entirely, the approach reduces attack surface—WordPress alone accounts for over 7,000 CVEs—while ensuring code remains functional for a decade without maintenance. For projects lacking dynamic content or complex requirements, raw PHP's simplicity translates to lower costs, better security, and freedom from breaking changes.