I love sharing knowledge with the developer community. Whether it's speaking at conferences, running workshops, or appearing on podcasts, I'm passionate about helping developers build better software.
❯ Conference Talks & Workshops
Artisanal API Platforms: Crafting Developer-First Experiences
conferenceBuilding High-Performance APIs with Laravel's Built-in Tools
meetupScaling APIs in Laravel: Performance & Architecture Patterns
meetupComposable Architecture in Laravel: Building Maintainable Applications
conferenceThe 10 REST Commandments: Principles for Better API Design
conferenceFrom Artisan to Expert: Advanced Laravel Techniques
meetupIntegrating Third-Party Services: Laravel Best Practices
meetupBuilding & Testing Robust APIs in Laravel
meetupLaravel API Fundamentals: Design, Build, Deploy
meetupPHP Package Development: From Concept to Distribution
meetupAutomating Code Quality: Tools & Workflows for Cleaner Code
meetup❯ Podcast Appearances
PHP Alive And Kicking: Episode 7 – Steve McDougall
A lively episode profiling Steve McDougall—from bored sysadmin to PHP developer—covering DIY projects born from necessity.
→ ListenLet's talk APIs w/ Steve McDougall
Steve McDougall (aka JustSteveKing) is known as the 'API guy' on Twitter. In today's episode we start with the question, 'what if the best option is just a single page app with a good, RESTful API?'
→ ListenAnalytics for your API, with Steve McDougall from Treblle
Phil and Mike sit down for a chat with Steve MacDougall, who has just recently started working in Developer Relations at Treblle, a past sponsor of APIs You Won't Hate.
→ ListenWith Steve McDougall. Streaming, Learning Laravel and PHP + Much More!
A conversation with Steve McDougall about streaming development, learning PHP and Laravel, and his contributions to the developer community.
→ ListenPHP Frameworks, API's and more - With Steve McDougall
A conversation with Steve McDougall about PHP frameworks, APIs, and his contributions to the Laravel community.
→ ListenInterview with Steve McDougall
In this episide, Cal and Steve chat about Steve's journey into development, and what he is doing in the PHP community right now.
→ Listen❯ Want me to speak at your event?
I'm always interested in speaking opportunities, whether it's conferences, meetups, podcasts, or corporate events. I can speak on topics including:
- → API Design & Development
- → Laravel & PHP Best Practices
- → Developer Experience & DevRel
- → Software Architecture & Design Patterns