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PHP 8 · Legacy Rescue · APIs
PHP Development
PHP quietly runs a huge share of the web — including, most likely, a system or two inside your own business.
PHP 8Typed, modern and dependency-managed
Legacy welcomeWe work with the code you already have
Audit firstAn honest assessment before any quote
Our approach
How we think about PHP
We write modern PHP 8: typed, tested and Composer-managed. We are equally comfortable maintaining older codebases that still earn their keep, which is work a lot of agencies quietly refuse.
Whether it's a fresh build or untangling something a previous developer left behind, you'll get an honest assessment before any work starts — including if the answer is 'this is fine, leave it alone'.
What's included
What PHP Development Includes
New builds and rescue work, both done properly.
Legacy Modernisation
Bringing old PHP up to a supported version without stopping the business.
API Development
Clean, documented endpoints for your apps and partners.
Database Design
Schemas and indexes that stay fast as your data grows.
Code Audits
A clear written view of what you have, what is risky and what it would cost.
Security Review
SQL injection, XSS and auth flaws found before someone else finds them.
Why ElayneTech
Why Clients Bring Us Their PHP Work
Especially the projects other agencies turned down.
Talk to an engineer- 01
We Take On Legacy Code
Inheriting an undocumented system is normal for us, not a dealbreaker.
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Honest Rebuild Advice
Sometimes the right answer is 'do not rebuild'. We will say so.
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No Framework Dogma
We use a framework when it helps and plain PHP when it does not.
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Security Taken Seriously
Old PHP applications are a common target. We check properly.
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Incremental Migration
Modernise in stages so the business keeps running throughout.
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Clear Documentation
You end up understanding your own system better than before.
Process
How We Approach PHP Projects
Understand first, then change carefully.
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Audit & Assessment
We read the code and tell you plainly what state it is in.
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Plan & Prioritise
Agreed order of work, with the risky things handled first.
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Build or Refactor
Incremental changes, each one tested and deployable on its own.
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Handover & Support
Documentation, a walkthrough, and help when you want it.
Proof, not promises
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FAQ
Common questions about PHP
Have a different question? We reply within one business day.
Ask us anythingHow much does PHP Development cost?
It depends on scope, integrations and design complexity. After a free discovery call you get a written estimate with a price range, a timeline and the assumptions behind it.
How long does a typical PHP project take?
A focused first release usually takes 8 to 14 weeks. Larger builds are delivered in phases, with something usable at the end of each phase.
Will we own the code and accounts?
Yes. Source code, repositories, store listings and credentials are handed over to you, and we sign an NDA before any details are shared.
Do you support the product after launch?
Yes. Every project includes a warranty period, and monthly support plans cover monitoring, updates, fixes and new features.
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