PHP & Laravel development
Whether it's a new Laravel application or an aging PHP codebase that needs to be stabilized and modernized, we deliver maintainable PHP without the cowboy code.
What you get
- Laravel applications and APIs
- Legacy PHP modernization
- Custom integrations and CMS work
- Performance and security hardening
How we deliver.
A structured engagement from discovery to deployment — no surprises, no scope fog.
Codebase assessment
We review architecture, identify technical debt, assess test coverage, and document the current state — giving you a clear picture of what needs attention first.
Stabilization & safety net
Before making changes, we add tests around critical paths, set up CI pipelines, and create rollback procedures — so improvements don't introduce regressions.
Feature development or modernization
We build new features on Laravel best practices (service classes, form requests, policies) or migrate legacy code to modern patterns incrementally.
Performance & security hardening
Database optimization, caching strategies, security patches, and PHP version upgrades — executed with monitoring and rollback plans.
Knowledge transfer
We document architecture decisions, create developer onboarding guides, and pair with your team to ensure they can confidently maintain and extend the codebase.
Problems we solve.
Your legacy PHP app is fragile and nobody wants to touch it
We stabilize first — adding tests around critical paths, fixing deployment scripts, and documenting architecture. Then we modernize incrementally without a risky full rewrite.
Security vulnerabilities keep getting flagged
We audit for SQL injection, XSS, CSRF, insecure authentication, and outdated dependencies — then patch them systematically with regression tests to prevent reintroduction.
Performance degrades as your user base grows
We profile database queries, add Redis caching for hot paths, optimize Eloquent relationships (N+1 elimination), and implement queue-based processing for heavy operations.
The codebase has no tests and deployments are scary
We introduce PHPUnit test coverage on critical business logic, set up CI/CD pipelines, and create staging environments — so deployments become routine, not risky events.
What sets us apart.
- 13+ years of PHP experience — from PHP 5.3 legacy rescue to modern Laravel 11
- We don't just patch — we modernize architecture while keeping the business running
- Experience with high-traffic PHP applications serving millions of monthly requests
- Honest about when PHP is the right tool and when you should consider migrating
- We've rescued codebases other agencies refused to touch
Common questions.
Q.Should I rewrite my PHP app from scratch?
Usually no. Full rewrites are expensive, risky, and slow. We prefer incremental modernization — stabilize, test, then improve piece by piece while the app keeps running.
Q.Can you upgrade my PHP version?
Yes. We handle PHP 7.x → 8.x upgrades, resolving deprecations, updating dependencies, and leveraging new language features (named arguments, enums, fibers) where they add value.
Q.Do you work with WordPress codebases?
Yes, but through our WordPress service. For custom WordPress plugin/theme development and WP-specific work, see our dedicated WordPress development page.
Q.What about hosting?
We deploy Laravel to Forge, Vapor (serverless), or traditional VPS setups depending on your scale and budget. We also handle Docker containerization for platform-agnostic deploys.
Featured projects.
AI infrastructure cleanup: cost & reliability overhaul
A production AI system that was slow, over-budget, and failing silently — audited, root-caused, and rebuilt into something dependable.
Chrome Extension for automated CRM lead extraction
A Manifest V3 browser extension that lets sales representatives clip prospect contacts from web directories directly into their CRM with a single click.
Cross-platform mobile app for real-time logistics tracking
A high-performance React Native / Expo app that lets field operators track inventory and log tasks in real time, even while offline.
What our partners say.
“We hired Lesscode to build our Next.js customer portal. Code quality is top-notch, types are fully verified, and performance is outstanding. They worked like an extension of our team.”
“Our Chrome Extension for CRM lead collection was delivered fast and compiled with Manifest V3. Sales reps love it—saving 10+ hours per week per rep. Flawless execution.”
“Our field agents needed an offline-first app that could work deep inside remote warehouses. The React Native app Lesscode delivered is fast, syncs reliably, and handles data conflicts seamlessly.”
“They took our rough SaaS MVP idea and built it into a production-grade NestJS / Prisma web app. Handing over fully-tested code with Stripe integrations was incredibly smooth.”
“FastAPI endpoints that integrate our core systems. Clean documentation, secure auth gates, and handled load surges without slowing down. Absolute professionals.”
Building something ambitious, or fixing something that's gone sideways?
Tell us where you are and where you're trying to get to. We'll tell you honestly whether — and how — we can help.