Project Structure

This document explains the HMVC-based structure of our application.

Directory Structure

project-root/
├── app/
│   ├── Modules/           # HMVC Modules
│   │   ├── Module1/
│   │   │   ├── Controllers/
│   │   │   ├── Models/
│   │   │   ├── Views/
│   │   │   └── routes.php
│   │   └── Module2/
│   │       ├── Controllers/
│   │       ├── Models/
│   │       ├── Views/
│   │       └── routes.php
│   ├── Http/
│   └── Providers/
├── config/
├── database/
├── public/
├── resources/
└── routes/

HMVC Module Structure

Each module in our HMVC architecture follows this structure:

Controllers

• Handle HTTP requests
• Process business logic
• Return responses

Models

• Define database relationships
• Handle data operations
• Implement business rules

Views

• Contains blade templates
• Handles presentation logic
• Reusable components

Routes

• Module-specific routes
• API endpoints
• Route middleware

Key Components

1. Module System

   • Each module is independent
   • Self-contained functionality
   • Reusable across projects

2. Service Providers

   • Register modules
   • Handle module bootstrapping
   • Configure module services

3. Middleware

   • Module-specific middleware
   • Request/Response handling
   • Authentication/Authorization

4. Config Files

   • Module configuration
   • Environment variables
   • Third-party services

Best Practices

1. Module Independence

   • Minimize inter-module dependencies
   • Use events for communication
   • Implement clear interfaces

2. Code Organization

   • Follow PSR standards
   • Use namespaces effectively
   • Maintain consistent structure

3. Testing

   • Unit tests per module
   • Feature tests for integration
   • Maintain test coverage