Prompt Atlas is a self-hosted AI prompt directory built with modern PHP, Tailwind CSS styling, and a lightweight MVC core. Upload it to any PHP 8.1+ hosting account and launch a polished directory experience that includes featured prompts, category landing pages, and a secure admin dashboard. The first-run installer collects database credentials, seeds sample data, and stores your admin login so you can start publishing new prompts immediately.

- Tailwind-powered frontend with responsive prompt listings and category views
- Admin dashboard for managing prompts, pages, menus, and site settings
- First-run setup wizard with automatic database migrations and seeding
- Supports SQLite, MySQL, and PostgreSQL via native PDO
- Environment-aware asset helper that auto-detects the site URL
- JSON settings storage for quick customisation of homepage messaging and ads

- PHP 8.1 or higher with PDO enabled
- Web server (Apache, Nginx, or compatible) pointing to the `public/` directory
- Writable access to the project root and `storage/` directory for `.env` updates and cache files
- Database credentials for SQLite, MySQL, or PostgreSQL

1. Upload all project files to your hosting account (ensure the web root points to the `public/` folder).
2. Visit your domain to open the `/setup` assistant.
3. Choose your database driver and enter the required credentials.
4. Set the admin username and password, then save the configuration.
5. The installer writes `.env`, runs migrations, seeds starter data, and redirects you to the homepage.
6. Log into `/admin` with the credentials you created to manage prompts and settings.