How to Build Your Own Statamic
Replace Statamic with a custom build. The answer to your frustrating CMS problems
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 47 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 47 features
Content Authoring(6 features)
Right interface for the job including block editors, toggle switches, and more
Infinitely powerful block-based editor with fly-out previews
Get immersed in writing experience when every pixel matters
Edit related content inline without leaving the page
See content changes come to life without leaving the control panel
+1 more in this category
Developer Tools(6 features)
Automatically version control everything with git
Save time and avoid clicking with command line interface
Git integration and automation in the Control Panel
Testing email settings, clearing caches, and viewing server info
Extend Statamic with Laravel or enhance Laravel with Statamic
+1 more in this category
Content Management(5 features)
Upload, organize, and manage metadata on all files
See all the fields you care about while browsing entries
Admin area that adapts to your users and team structure
Define content once and reference it anywhere on the site
Save drafts, see content history, and restore previous revisions
Developer APIs(3 features)
Query, create, modify, and delete content with Laravel Eloquent style Facades
Go headless with GraphQL for headless and Jamstack use cases
Content API with REST endpoints for data access
Security(3 features)
Protect pages, sections, or entire site with the flip of a switch
Prompt users for verification before taking certain actions
Require time-based one-time password (TOTP) when logging in
User Experience(3 features)
Keyboard access to many pages and actions in the Control Panel
Comfortable interface in both light and dark themes
Never lose unsaved content again with graceful session management
Asset Management(2 features)
Crop, resize, adjust sharpness, contrast, and apply filters on the fly
Ensure important parts of images never get cropped out
Authentication(2 features)
Authenticate users with Facebook, Twitter, Google, GitHub, and more
Passwordless authentication supported by most modern systems
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