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PHP Development Services

PHP powers more of the web than any other language, and modern PHP looks nothing like 2010. Our PHP services build high-performance applications using PHP 8.x features like attributes, enums, and JIT compilation. Get developers who write typed, tested PHP that runs fast.

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How we fixed offshore PHP development

We hire engineers who architect with PSR standards, leverage Composer packages effectively, and write object-oriented PHP properly. They maintain legacy codebases while gradually modernizing without breaking production systems.

Speed

Start PHP development within 7 days. Not 3 months. We've already vetted 300+ developers.

Quality

Our 95% retention rate means your development team actually stays. They learn your codebase, understand your users, and get better every sprint.

Control

Your PHP developers. Your tools. Your process. We handle payroll and HR. You handle everything else.

Full Scale PHP developers build secure applications and refactor legacy code without introducing regressions.

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How we help you from requirements to deployment

Tell us what your PHP application needs.

We learn your framework preferences, database requirements, legacy constraints, and whether you need greenfield or brownfield development.

Meet PHP developers who've modernized production systems.

You'll interview 1–3 engineers experienced with modern PHP, your framework choice, and application complexity.

Developers start immediately.

We handle onboarding, payroll, and HR — your PHP developer begins refactoring or building features within days.

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“Full Scale’s development team was pivotal in elevating our facility management software. Their expertise turned complex challenges into seamless functionalities, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency. A true game-changer for us.”

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“With Full Scale’s developers, we transformed the commercial real estate landscape. Their team’s proficiency in agile development and proactive communication accelerated our product release, driving value for our customers.”
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Meet a Few of Our PHP Developers

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Hire PHP developers who embrace modern standards.

We've sourced engineers who write strict-typed PHP 8.x and follow PSR-12 coding standards religiously. They know legacy PHP and modern PHP are practically different languages.

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FAQ

What makes the Philippines a good source of PHP talent?

The Philippines has skilled PHP developers with excellent English proficiency and years of PHP experience. Developers understand both legacy PHP maintenance and modern PHP 8.x development. Cultural alignment ensures effective collaboration with Western development teams.

How do you handle time zone differences with PHP developers?

Our PHP developers work hours overlapping US time zones by 6+ hours daily. Real-time collaboration happens during your business hours for code reviews and deployment. This proves essential during urgent production fixes.

What's the process to get started with Full Scale?

Schedule a call to discuss your PHP application architecture and modernization needs. We’ll match you with developers experienced in your PHP version and framework. Onboarding completes within one week typically.

What PHP versions and frameworks do your developers work with?

Our developers work with PHP 8.1, 8.2, and 8.3 using modern language features. They build with Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter, and WordPress for custom solutions. They maintain legacy PHP 5.x and 7.x applications requiring updates.

Can your PHP developers modernize legacy PHP applications?

Yes, our developers refactor legacy PHP codebases incrementally without breaking functionality. They introduce namespaces, autoloading, dependency injection, and testing gradually. They migrate from procedural code to object-oriented architecture systematically.

Do your PHP developers follow PSR standards?

Absolutely, our developers follow PSR-1, PSR-2, PSR-4, and PSR-12 coding standards consistently. They use Composer for dependency management and implement PSR-7 for HTTP messages. They understand PHP-FIG standards enable better code interoperability.

Can your PHP developers optimize performance and memory usage?

Yes, our developers profile PHP applications using Xdebug, identify bottlenecks, and implement opcode caching. They optimize database queries, implement Redis caching strategically, and reduce memory consumption. They measure performance improvements with concrete metrics.

How do your PHP developers handle security vulnerabilities?

Our developers prevent SQL injection using prepared statements, sanitize user input, and validate data rigorously. They implement CSRF protection, secure session management, and follow OWASP guidelines. They keep dependencies updated and scan for known vulnerabilities.

Do your PHP developers write tests?

Our developers write unit tests with PHPUnit, integration tests for database interactions, and feature tests. They implement test-driven development when appropriate and maintain code coverage requirements. They structure code for testability using dependency injection.

Can your PHP developers build RESTful APIs?

Yes, our developers build REST APIs with proper HTTP status codes, request validation, and JSON responses. They implement authentication using JWT or OAuth, rate limiting, and versioning. They document APIs clearly for frontend and mobile consumption.

What database experience do your PHP developers have?

Our developers work with MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB for relational data, and MongoDB for document storage. They write optimized SQL queries, use ORMs like Eloquent or Doctrine, and handle migrations safely. They implement proper indexing and query optimization techniques.

Can your PHP developers work with WordPress?

Yes, our developers build custom WordPress themes, plugins, and integrations following WordPress standards. They optimize WordPress performance, implement custom post types, and extend admin functionality. They balance WordPress conventions with modern PHP practices.

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