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Grav CMS

Grav is a modern open-source CMS that operates without a database (flat-file). All content and configuration is stored as simple Markdown and YAML files.

Core concept

Performance through simplicity: because no database queries are required, Grav is extremely fast and secure (no SQL injection possible). It can be managed entirely via Git, making it GitOps-ready.

Assessment

  • Use case: Knowledge bases, documentation sites, landing pages, and company websites up to approximately 500 pages.
  • Advantage: Excellent developer experience, very low server requirements, and native multilanguage support.
  • Limitation: Not suitable for projects with massive user-generated content or complex dynamic data relationships.

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