Why I Choose PHP Swoole for Vibe Coding

Vibe coding lets you turn ideas into working code. The problem is that modern code generators often push learners straight into complex stacks such as React, Supabase, Node.js, and microservices, all of which involve multiple interconnected files and layers of abstraction. To avoid getting lost in these complex stacks while still leveraging the power of AI, I highly recommend using PHP with Swoole.


The Problem


The Empowerd Stack (PHP + Swoole + WP Compatibility + Postgres)

The Empowerd CMS stack combines PHP, Swoole and a set of Wordpress Compatible functions like add_action to make coding fast and simple again. It lets you work in single files, so you can build, extend, test, and iterate your ideas quickly.

Single-file extensions keep things manageable, and they also improve vibe coding (with AI), making it easier to generate working code.


Why Swoole vs Plain PHP

Plain PHP works fine, but every request starts fresh, which can slow things down and make scaling harder. This is why many WordPress sites with many plugins are very slow.

Swoole changes that by keeping most of your app + plugins running continuously (in memory), letting it handle more users, real-time updates, and background tasks effortlessly. It’s modern performance and flexibility, wrapped in a familiar developer experience for the long-term.


How to Get Started

  1. Register for a free trial.
  1. Start with a simple PHP widgets, which you can generate with AI.
  1. Enjoy Better Continuous AI Improvements, because you're using simple single PHP files.

Why Popular Code Generators Slow You Down

Most code generators push developers into complex stacks with dozens of interconnected files. Projects are spread across multiple folders, frameworks, and layers, making it hard to know where to start or how changes in one file affect the rest of the system.

Instead of focusing on coding, developers spend most of their time navigating these files, managing dependencies, and figuring out how everything fits together. This complexity slows progress and makes even small projects feel overwhelming.

With Empowerd + PHP Swoole

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Empowerd combines PHP, WordPress Compatibility and Swoole, makes coding intuitive and fast. Single-file components let you iterate quickly, stay focused on ideas rather than setup, and build a solid foundation for long-term growth. This way, beginners can feel more confident, and experienced developers gain the power to scale projects without unnecessary complexity.


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