Building modular systems in Laravel — A practical guide
Learn how modular architecture can transform your Laravel apps from tangled monoliths into scalable, maintainable systems — with practical steps and real examples.
by Steve McDougall
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JSON Resume - The future of career data is here
A hands-on guide to implementing JSON Resume with PHP, from basic concepts to advanced usage with type-safe Laravel integration.
by Steve McDougall
Modern PHP development with FrankenPHP and Docker
A hands-on guide to deploying PHP applications with FrankenPHP and Docker, from simple containers to standalone binaries.
by Steve McDougall
Static site generation in PHP with Tempest
Learn how Tempest brings static site generation to PHP, making it easy to build fast, secure, and scalable sites with familiar patterns.
by Steve McDougall
An educational look into the Tempest PHP framework
Discover how Tempest, a modern PHP framework, uses code discovery and the latest PHP features to simplify app development and boost productivity.
by Steve McDougall
Making APIs the Right Way
All you need to know about API Versioning. What is it, what types of versioning exist, how are they used and why you might need it?
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Getting started with PHPInsights
Use PHPInsights to enhance PHP code in Laravel and others - A guide to optimal code style and architecture.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Configuring Laravel Pint
Discover how to tailor Laravel Pint, a PHP CS Fixer wrapper, to your coding standards with a personal guide on rule implementation and customization.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Steve vs Matt - How two developers approach the same problem
Steve vs Matt; Two Developers, One Problem - Witness two programmers tackle the same challenge with contrasting approaches
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Creating a Password Generator
Explore creating a memorable yet secure password generator with Laravel, focusing on framework-agnostic implementation and customization options.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Fun with Refactoring
Master the art of Laravel refactoring with Laravel Shift Blueprint, optimizing code for improved performance and management in a real-world Laravel project.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Composition over inheritance in final classes
Explore the use of final classes in PHP packages like 'moneyphp/money' and learn how to integrate them using composition over inheritance in your application code.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Reaching for Facades
Demystify Laravel Facades with this insightful guide, showcasing their practicality in creating clear and efficient code, and embracing Laravel's unique features.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Modern PHP features explained - PHP 8.0 and 8.1
Explore PHP 8.0 and 8.1's modern features; constructor property promotion, union types, named arguments, match expressions, enums, and more, enhancing code readability.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Working with OS process in PHP
Learn how to enhance the developer experience when working with OS-level commands in PHP applications. Improve code quality and maintainability.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Event Sourcing in Laravel
Master Event Sourcing in Laravel with this comprehensive guide, perfect for enhancing PHP projects with advanced data tracking and state management techniques.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Zero Hassle CLI Application with Laravel Zero
How can I put this? CLI apps are cool. The ability to open a terminal anywhere and just run a command to do a job that might have taken you much longer.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Building your own Laravel Packages
Master the art of building Laravel packages with our step-by-step guide. Discover package design, artisan commands, DTOs, and quality assurance for a robust Laravel package.
14 min read by Steve McDougall
Working with Data in your API Integrations
Enhance your API experience with contextual data objects. Learn how to build clean and developer-friendly integrations with third-party APIs using PHP.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Laravel Pint
Laravel Pint; CLI Tool for PHP Code Styling. Zero dependencies, PSR-12 compliance, effortless operation.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Sauber PHP
Explore Sauber PHP, a clean and simple micro-framework for small APIs. Learn about its routing, dependency injection, and custom Command Bus in this informative article.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Building a CLI application in 2022
Explore the best options for building CLI apps in 2022, including Laravel Zero, Symfony Console, and more, suitable for both PHP and Rust developers.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Adapter Pattern
Explore the adapter design pattern in coding through a practical example of building a versatile social poster class, adaptable for different social networks.
6 min read by Steve McDougall
Getting started with DDD in Laravel
Master Laravel DDD with ease; Learn how to enhance your Laravel applications by implementing Domain Driven Design for improved structure and maintainability.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Introducing - Laravel Transporter
Introducing Laravel Transporter; Streamline your API requests with a powerful OOP approach. Manage API interactions efficiently with class-based requests, offering easy configuration and maintenance for Laravel applications.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Adventures in PHP - PHP SDK Builder
Explore the world of PHP SDKs and learn how to build efficient, interoperable APIs using Laravel Forge and PSR-18 with this guide on creating adaptable PHP SDKs.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Adventures in PHP - PHP URI Builder
Introducing the 'uri-builder' package; a versatile PHP tool offering a fluent interface for effortless URI string creation, simplifying API calls and enhancing URL manipulation.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
PHP Online - The Story So Far
Discover the journey of PHP Online, a community hub for PHP enthusiasts. Join us in shaping the future of PHP.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Embracing The Tall Stack with Event Sourcing, an adventure into the unknown
Dive into blending Laravel's TALL stack with event sourcing, learning to create efficient and reactive PHP applications with modern web development techniques.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
Embracing PSRs to build an interoperable HTTP Client
Learn to build a PSR-18 compliant HTTP client in PHP, enhancing web development through interoperability and efficient request handling.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
An adventure with Graph Databases
Explore open-source PHP packages for Neo4j graph database, offering fresh solutions to outdated or abandoned integrations.
7 min read by Steve McDougall
ParameterBag - My latest open source package
Discover ParameterBag, a PHP package that simplifies data handling by replacing arrays on objects, making code cleaner and more efficient.
7 min read by Steve McDougall