Blog · HydePHP

2026

A new error page and dashboard for the realtime compiler

Realtime compiler v4.5 replaces the dated error page and dashboard with versions built for how HydePHP sites actually work.

Release Jul 03

Building a bespoke HydePHP website with Claude Fable 5

We asked an AI to design a HydePHP showcase from scratch. It invented a fictional Arctic airline, drew the aircraft, and shipped a split-flap departures board rendered at build time. Here's how it went.

Devlog Jul 02

Rebuilding the publish command for version three

One command now does the work of three. Why the old publish commands had to go, how the interactive picker works, and what designing a command surface actually means.

Devlog Mar 05

Managing HydePHP content with Notion

A journey into how I productionized a HydePHP site and empowered the site owner to self-manage.

Guest Tutorial

2025

Oct 01

HydePHP Version v2.0 Released

A major evolution of the framework with modern frontend tooling, redesigned navigation API, and enhanced developer experience.

Release Sep 29

HydePHP creator speaking at Laravel Meetup Stockholm

On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Emma De Silva, creator and maintainer of HydePHP, will be speaking at the Laravel Meetup Stockholm about how HydePHP can supercharge workflows with Laravel-powered static sites.

Devlog Jun 07

My Journey Contributing to HydePHP: A Beginner’s Perspective on Open Source Development

Stephen Ude-okolie shares how a simple pull request turned into a deep dive into HydePHP’s architecture, Laravel testing practices, and the rewarding challenges of contributing to open source.

Guest Essay May 28

HydePHP is Joining ODHack #14 - Come Build with Us!

Ready to build something amazing? HydePHP is part of OnlyDust's ODHack Summer Hackathon!

Devlog May 17

HydePHP v1.8 Released

Enhancing internationalization support and improving file handling in preparation for the v2 release.

Release Feb 13

HydePHP Featured on Laravel News Creator Spotlight Podcast

Emma, the creator of HydePHP was recently featured in a podcast from Laravel News. Check it out here!

Devlog Jan 11

The Tale of Zoe: From Doodler to Best-Seller with HydePHP

Once upon a time, in a land filled with pixels and code, there lived a young artist named Zoe. Zoe was a doodler—her sketchbooks brimmed with whimsical characters, enchanting landscapes, and magical creatures. Follow Zoe’s journey from doodler to best-selling artist with the help of HydePHP.

Guest Tutorial

2024

Dec 27

Introducing Guest Posts on HydePHP.com

We're excited to announce that HydePHP.com is now accepting guest posts from the community. Learn how you can contribute and share your knowledge with fellow developers.

Devlog Oct 17

Support HydePHP and Double Your Impact!

Join Simon Hamp's matching donation campaign to support HydePHP and other open-source projects.

Devlog Oct 14

Escape the Drama: Why HydePHP is Your WordPress Alternative

Tired of WordPress drama? Discover HydePHP, a content-first static site generator that offers simplicity, speed, and security.

Essay Sep 21

HydePHP Explores AI in a Mind-Blowing Podcast Episode Generated by Artificial Intelligence

Discover how HydePHP is pushing boundaries with AI-generated content, featuring a mind-blowing podcast episode created by Google's NotebookLM.

Devlog Jul 05

HydePHP Version v1.7 Released

With several quality of life improvements, the developer experience with HydePHP is even better.

Release Jun 08

How to turn your GitHub Readme into a static website

Learn how to create a static website based on your GitHub Readme, using HydePHP to build and deploy it to GitHub Pages - all for free and in minutes!

Tutorial Apr 17

HydePHP Version v1.6 Released

This release introduces new features for head section customization, routing helpers, and configuration type safety.

Release Feb 17

HydePHP OpenCollective Launch

HydePHP now has its own OpenCollective, providing a platform where users and companies can contribute financially to help fund the development of HydePHP.

Devlog Feb 13