In what scenarios would using a flat-file CMS like the one described in the forum thread be more beneficial than using a database-driven CMS for small-scale websites?

Using a flat-file CMS can be more beneficial than using a database-driven CMS for small-scale websites when the website has minimal content and does not require frequent updates. Flat-file CMS systems are easier to set up, maintain, and backup compared to database-driven CMS systems. Additionally, flat-file CMS systems are lightweight and can offer faster loading times for small websites.

// Example of using a flat-file CMS for a small-scale website

// Define content in separate text files
$page1_content = file_get_contents('pages/page1.txt');
$page2_content = file_get_contents('pages/page2.txt');

// Display content on the website
echo $page1_content;
echo $page2_content;