Guides & Tutorials

Guides to Run & Manage Source Code

A collection of practical tutorials you can read for free—from running your first Laravel project, setting up your environment, configuring the database, to deploying to hosting and securing it.

Basics

How to Run Downloaded Laravel Source Code from Scratch

A step-by-step walkthrough to run a Laravel project you just downloaded: extract, install dependencies, set up .env, migrate, and open it in the browser.

Read guide 7 min

Basics

Setting Up Your Environment: PHP, Composer, and MySQL for Laravel

Before running any app you need PHP, Composer, and a database ready. This guide covers installing and verifying them on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

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Configuration

Understanding the .env File and Database Connection in Laravel

The .env file is the configuration hub of every Laravel app. Learn its most important lines, how the database connection works, and the common mistakes that break an app.

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Basics

Understanding the Folder Structure of a Laravel Project

Opening a Laravel project for the first time, dozens of folders can be overwhelming. This guide explains what each main folder does so you know what to change and where.

Read guide 6 min

Deployment

How to Deploy a Laravel App to Hosting (cPanel & VPS)

App runs fine locally but breaks once uploaded to hosting? This guide walks through deploying to shared cPanel hosting and a VPS, plus the common pitfalls.

Read guide 9 min

Security

A Basic Security Checklist for Laravel Applications

Before real users touch your app, take time to check the security basics. This concise checklist closes the gaps most commonly found.

Read guide 7 min

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