CometCMS
Headless, simple CMS with a PHP backend and a convenient Vue admin frontend.
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CometCMS is a lightweight, open-source headless content management system designed for simplicity and ease of self-hosting. It pairs a PHP backend with a Vue.js-based admin interface, making it straightforward to manage content while delivering it via API to any frontend.
The project emphasizes a minimal setup experience and a clean UI for content editors, offering a practical alternative to complex proprietary headless CMS platforms.
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