homestead

Pros of Valet

• Lightweight and faster setup compared to Homestead
• Utilizes native macOS services, reducing resource usage
• Simpler configuration and management for Mac users

Cons of Valet

• Limited to macOS environments
• Less isolated development environment than Homestead
• May require manual installation of some services

Code Comparison

Valet (Nginx configuration):

server {
    listen 80;
    server_name example.test;
    root /path/to/example/public;
    index index.php;
    location / {
        try_files $uri $uri/ /index.php?$query_string;
    }
}

Homestead (Vagrant configuration):

Vagrant.configure("2") do |config|
  config.vm.box = "laravel/homestead"
  config.vm.network "private_network", ip: "192.168.10.10"
  config.vm.synced_folder ".", "/home/vagrant/code"
  config.vm.provision "shell", path: "after.sh"
end

Valet focuses on simplicity and native macOS integration, making it ideal for Mac users who want a quick setup. Homestead provides a more comprehensive, cross-platform solution with a full virtual machine environment, offering better isolation and consistency across different operating systems. The choice between the two depends on your specific development needs and preferences.

Pros of Sail

• Lightweight and faster setup, using Docker containers
• Easier integration with CI/CD pipelines
• More closely mirrors production environments

Cons of Sail

• Less comprehensive out-of-the-box tooling compared to Homestead
• Requires Docker knowledge for customization
• May consume more system resources when running multiple projects

Code Comparison

Homestead (Vagrantfile):

Vagrant.configure(VAGRANTFILE_API_VERSION) do |config|
    config.vm.box = HOMESTEAD_BOX
    config.vm.hostname = "homestead"
    # ... more configuration
end

Sail (docker-compose.yml):

version: '3'
services:
    laravel.test:
        build:
            context: ./vendor/laravel/sail/runtimes/8.0
        volumes:
            - '.:/var/www/html'
        # ... more configuration

Both Homestead and Sail aim to provide development environments for Laravel projects, but they use different approaches. Homestead uses a full virtual machine, while Sail leverages Docker containers. Sail offers a more lightweight and flexible solution, making it easier to set up and integrate with modern development workflows. However, Homestead provides a more comprehensive set of pre-configured tools and may be easier for developers who are not familiar with Docker.

Pros of Laradock

• More flexible and customizable, allowing for a wider range of development environments
• Supports multiple projects simultaneously with different PHP versions and extensions
• Easier to extend with additional services and tools

Cons of Laradock

• Steeper learning curve, especially for those new to Docker
• Requires more manual configuration and setup compared to Homestead
• Can be more resource-intensive, particularly when running multiple containers

Code Comparison

Homestead (Vagrantfile):

Vagrant.configure(VAGRANTFILE_API_VERSION) do |config|
    config.vm.box = HOMESTEAD_BOX
    config.vm.hostname = settings["hostname"] ||= "homestead"
    config.vm.boot_timeout = 600
end

Laradock (docker-compose.yml):

version: '3'
services:
  workspace:
    build:
      context: ./workspace
    volumes:
      - ${APP_CODE_PATH_HOST}:${APP_CODE_PATH_CONTAINER}${APP_CODE_CONTAINER_FLAG}
    extra_hosts:
      - "dockerhost:${DOCKER_HOST_IP}"

Both Homestead and Laradock aim to simplify Laravel development environment setup, but they take different approaches. Homestead uses Vagrant and VirtualBox, providing a more traditional VM-based solution, while Laradock leverages Docker containers for a more modern and flexible approach. The choice between them depends on the developer's familiarity with the technologies and specific project requirements.

Pros of VVV

• Specifically designed for WordPress development, offering a more tailored environment
• Includes multiple WordPress installations and configurations out of the box
• Provides a robust set of development tools and utilities for WordPress

Cons of VVV

• Generally slower to provision and boot compared to Homestead
• Can be more resource-intensive, especially for older or less powerful machines
• Less flexibility for non-WordPress projects

Code Comparison

VVV (config.yml):

sites:
  wordpress-one:
    repo: https://github.com/WordPress/WordPress.git
    hosts:
      - one.wordpress.test

Homestead (Homestead.yaml):

sites:
    - map: homestead.test
      to: /home/vagrant/code/public

VVV focuses on WordPress-specific configurations, while Homestead provides a more general-purpose setup. VVV's configuration allows for easy setup of multiple WordPress sites, whereas Homestead's configuration is more flexible for various PHP projects.

Both repositories use Vagrant for creating development environments, but they cater to different needs. VVV is optimized for WordPress development, offering pre-configured WordPress installations and related tools. Homestead, on the other hand, provides a more versatile environment suitable for various PHP frameworks, including Laravel.

Pros of Scotch Box

• Simpler setup process, requiring fewer configuration steps
• Includes a wider range of pre-installed tools and software
• More beginner-friendly with extensive documentation and tutorials

Cons of Scotch Box

• Less frequently updated compared to Homestead
• Not officially supported by Laravel, potentially leading to compatibility issues
• Limited customization options out of the box

Code Comparison

Homestead (Vagrantfile):

Vagrant.configure(VAGRANTFILE_API_VERSION) do |config|
    config.vm.box = "laravel/homestead"
    config.vm.hostname = "homestead"
    config.vm.provider "virtualbox" do |vb|
        vb.name = "homestead"
    end
end

Scotch Box (Vagrantfile):

Vagrant.configure("2") do |config|
    config.vm.box = "scotch/box"
    config.vm.network "private_network", ip: "192.168.33.10"
    config.vm.hostname = "scotchbox"
    config.vm.synced_folder ".", "/var/www", :mount_options => ["dmode=777", "fmode=666"]
end

Both Homestead and Scotch Box are popular Vagrant boxes for PHP development. Homestead is officially supported by Laravel and offers tighter integration with the framework. It's regularly updated and provides a more streamlined experience for Laravel developers. Scotch Box, on the other hand, offers a broader range of pre-installed tools and is more accessible to beginners. However, it may require additional configuration for optimal Laravel development and receives less frequent updates.

Pros of Trellis

• Designed specifically for WordPress development, offering optimized configurations
• Supports multiple environments (development, staging, production) out of the box
• Includes built-in security features like SSL/TLS and fail2ban

Cons of Trellis

• Steeper learning curve, especially for developers new to Ansible
• Less flexibility for non-WordPress projects compared to Homestead
• Requires more manual configuration for custom setups

Code Comparison

Trellis (Ansible playbook example):

- name: Install WordPress
  command: wp core install
  args:
    chdir: "{{ www_root }}/{{ item.key }}/current/"
  with_dict: "{{ wordpress_sites }}"

Homestead (Vagrantfile example):

config.vm.define "web" do |web|
  web.vm.hostname = "homestead"
  web.vm.box = "laravel/homestead"
  web.vm.network "private_network", ip: "192.168.10.10"
end

Both repositories provide development environments, but Trellis focuses on WordPress-specific configurations using Ansible, while Homestead offers a more general-purpose PHP development environment using Vagrant.