# Golden Gear — Zero-Dependency Strict PHP 8 Business Forum

Canonical page: https://taharafi.com/work/golden-gear/
Author: Taha Rafi

Ultra-secure single-file PHP 8 web application powered by SQLite WAL with cryptographic invite tokens.

## Overview
Engineered a self-bootstrapping, ultra-secure single-file PHP 8 web application powered by SQLite WAL mode. Features cryptographic one-time invite tokens, strict CSP security, brute-force IP rate limiting, and zero external dependencies.

## Technologies
PHP 8.0+ Strict, SQLite 3 WAL, Vanilla HTML5/CSS3, Cryptographic Hash Tokens

## Engineering
- Zero-Dependency Architecture: Single-file web application featuring a self-bootstrapping database that auto-migrates its schema on first launch.
- Cryptographic Security: Strict CSP headers, CSRF validation on all requests, Bcrypt encryption, and IP-based rate limiting.
- Invite-Only Token Engine: One-time cryptographically secure invite tokens shareable via WhatsApp or email.
- Threaded B2B Discussion Forum: Member directory with marketplace classifications and international currencies.

## Deliverables
- Zero-Dependency Web Forum
- Cryptographic Onboarding System
- Strict CSP Security Configuration

## Sources
Contact: connect@taharafi.com