We leveraged MySQL’s MATCH...AGAINST for basic full-text search, allowing us to search across multiple columns and retrieve relevant results. The tutorial also showcased how to rank results by relevance, improving the search experience for users. Additionally, we built a clean and reusable layout for the application, designed simple CSS to replace external frameworks, and created dynamic views for the search index, results, and individual post details.
- Efficient Search: MySQL’s full-text search provides a quick and reliable way to implement advanced search functionality directly in the database.
- Clean Architecture: We demonstrated how to use Laravel's MVC structure effectively, keeping logic, views, and routes organized.
- Scalable Solution: The tutorial lays the groundwork for adding more advanced features like filters, fuzzy search, or external integrations like Elasticsearch.