Leaf is a lightweight and elegant PHP framework built for makers. With zero-config setup and an ecosystem of powerful tools, Leaf helps you build and ship scalable apps—fast. It is designed for developers who want to move quickly, offering effortless deployment and the ability to run anywhere PHP is available. The framework provides customizable tools to help build, ship, and scale applications without unnecessary complexity, enabling a swift transition from idea to a profitable product. Features include dead-simple authentication with Leaf Auth for APIs or full UIs, a powerful database layer with ORM support like Eloquent, and simplified APIs for handling HTTP requests.