wtf is familytree?

FamilyTree is a web application that lets you build an interactive family tree. You can add and update family members, explore the connections through a visual diagram, and share your family's history with your children so they can see where they come from. As new members join the family, you can keep the tree current and complete. The app is built in PHP and runs on a standard web server. Setting it up involves downloading the code, placing it on a server, and walking through a browser-based installer that asks for database credentials. The installer handles the database setup automatically. There is also optional support for logging in through WordPress, if you already use WordPress and want to connect the two systems. The README doesn't go into detail on how the visualization itself works under the hood, but the end result is a visual family tree you can explore in the browser. This would appeal to anyone who wants to document their family lineage in a shareable, visual format, think a parent or grandparent building a record for younger relatives, or an extended family keeping track of relationships across generations. A live demo is available if you want to see the visualization in action before installing. One notable detail is the WordPress OAuth integration. Rather than building its own user accounts from scratch, the app can piggyback on a WordPress site's login system by connecting to a WordPress OAuth plugin. This means if you already run a WordPress site, you can let your existing users access the family tree with their same credentials. It is an optional feature, you can run the app standalone, but it reflects a practical choice to lean on WordPress for authentication rather than reinventing that piece.