Are there any specific design patterns or frameworks that can help streamline the process of adding modules to a PHP CMS?

When adding modules to a PHP CMS, using a modular design pattern like the Module Pattern can help streamline the process. This pattern allows for encapsulation of functionality within modules, making it easier to add, remove, or modify modules without affecting other parts of the system. Additionally, using a framework like Laravel or Symfony can provide built-in support for modular development, making it even easier to integrate new modules into the CMS.

// Example of implementing the Module Pattern in PHP

class Module {
    private $name;
    
    public function __construct($name) {
        $this->name = $name;
    }
    
    public function getName() {
        return $this->name;
    }
    
    public function execute() {
        // Module logic goes here
    }
}

// Creating a new module
$module = new Module('NewModule');

// Executing the module
$module->execute();