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Akshay S.

Rajkot, India

$25/hr
5.0
56 jobs

๐Ÿ‘‹ Iโ€™m Akshay, a Senior Full Stack Web Developer with 10+ years of experience helping businesses build fast, secure, and scalable web applications. I work with PHP, Laravel, CodeIgniter, WordPress, and MySQL to create reliable CRMs, ERPs, eCommerce platforms, and custom backend systems that support real business growth. โšก Letโ€™s turn your ideas into powerful, modern web solutions! โšก Using modern AI-powered development tools like ChatGPT, Cursor AI, Claude AI, GitHub Copilot, OpenAI API, and n8n automation workflows, I deliver projects faster, cleaner, and more efficiently while maintaining high code quality and strong business logic. ๐Ÿš€ What I Can Do for You โœ… Custom PHP development aligned with your exact needs โœ… Laravel applications with clean architecture & best practices โœ… CodeIgniter CI3/CI4 projects โ€” fast, lightweight, and secure โœ… WordPress backend & plugin customization โœ… CRM & ERP platforms with workflow automation โœ… REST/API development, payment gateways, third-party integrations โœ… MySQL schema design, optimization & database performance โœ… Speed + Security enhancements for existing systems โœ… Upgrade legacy PHP systems into modern frameworks ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Tech Stack & Tools โœ… PHP โ€ข Core PHP โ€ข Laravel โ€ข CodeIgniter CI3 / CI4 โ€ข WordPress โ€ข WooCommerce โœ… PHP 5.6 โ€ข PHP 7.x โ€ข PHP 8.x Upgrade Expertise โœ… MySQL โ€ข MariaDB โ€ข REST APIs โ€ข GraphQL โ€ข API Development โœ… JavaScript โ€ข jQuery โ€ข AJAX โ€ข Bootstrap โ€ข HTML5 โ€ข CSS3 โœ… Frontend Development โ€ข Backend Development โ€ข Full Stack Development โœ… Git โ€ข Linux โ€ข Apache โ€ข Nginx โ€ข cPanel โ€ข VPS โœ… OpenAI API โ€ข ChatGPT API โ€ข Cursor AI โ€ข Claude AI โ€ข GitHub Copilot โœ… n8n โ€ข Workflow Automation โ€ข Webhooks โ€ข AI Systems โœ… Google Maps API โ€ข Google Places API โ€ข Booking APIs โ€ข Payment APIs ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ ๐Š๐ž๐ฒ๐ฐ๐จ๐ซ๐๐ฌ: โœ… PHP Developer, Senior PHP Developer, Full Stack PHP Developer, Backend PHP Developer, PHP Script, Core PHP Developer, Custom PHP Developer, Laravel Developer, CodeIgniter Developer, WordPress Developer, WooCommerce Developer, MySQL Developer, MariaDB, Database Architecture, API, API Development, API Integration, RESTful API, Web Application Development, Admin Panel Development, Full-Stack Development, Backend Development, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, Payment Gateway Integration, Stripe, Performance Optimization, Legacy PHP Upgrade, CRM Development, ERP Development, AI API Integration ๐Ÿ’ก Why Hire Me? โœจ Clear communication, on-time delivery & long-term support โœจ Business-first approach โ€” I solve problems, not just code โœจ Proven track record building reliable & scalable platforms If you want a dedicated and senior-level PHP developer to build, improve, or scale your web application, letโ€™s talk today! Iโ€™m available and excited to help you grow ๐Ÿš€

  • PHP
  • PHP Script
  • Custom PHP
  • CodeIgniter
  • Laravel
  • MySQL
  • JavaScript
  • HTML
  • Web Development
  • Web Application
  • WordPress
  • API
  • HTML5
  • CSS
  • MySQL Programming
Denis A.

Varna, Bulgaria

$40/hr
4.7
43 jobs

I'm a backend PHP developer with over 17 years of experience in the industry (PHP Zend certified engineer). I've worked with the Symfony and Laravel frameworks for more than 10 years, completing various projects such as online applications systems, call centers, career sites, and eCommerce platforms. I have extensive experience in building API endpoints and clients. Have big experience with Symfony API Platform. In addition to Symfony and Laravel, I have experience with Twig/Blade, Doctrine/Eloquent, RabbitMQ, Redis, Docker, and REST/GraphQL. I deliver clean, high-quality code and can work in an agile, scrum environment if needed. I'm also familiar with TDD/BDD testing. My skills include object-oriented programming, design patterns, and OOP principles such as SOLID, DRY, and YAGNI. I'm enthusiastic about writing clean code and have experience with PHPUnit/functional testing, Git, SVN, and Mercurial. I have database design and optimization expertise, specifically with Postgresql, Mysql/Mariadb, and Oracle. I'm also familiar with Debian, Ubuntu, and Centos Linux distributions. As an API expert, I've worked with various 3rd-party APIs, including: - email marketing platforms like Aweber, GetResponse, Mailchimp, Sendgrid, ActiveCampaign, ConvertKit, SendinBlue, Maileon, Brevo. - shipping carriers such as DPD, DHL, UPS, and PostNL - payment systems like PayPal, Stripe, PromisePay, FatZebra, Authorize.net, Cybersource, Emerchantpay, Adyen and many other - hosting and DNS providers like Linode, DigitalOcean, and GoDaddy - social media platforms such as Dropbox, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram - other APIs like Jetcom, TaxJar, and Telegram Bot API

  • PHP
  • MySQL
  • Amazon Web Services
  • API Integration
  • Doctrine ORM
  • API Development
  • Automated Testing
  • Symfony
  • API
  • SOAP
  • SQL
  • OAuth
  • Unit Testing
  • Docker
  • RESTful API
Zahid H.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

$20/hr
4.9
34 jobs

Is your PHP app slow, stuck on an old version, or running on a badly configured server? I fix exactly that โ€” and build new systems that don't break down the road. I'm Zahid, a Laravel & Symfony specialist with 5 years of experience delivering backend systems for SaaS platforms, government organizations, and international businesses. I don't just write code โ€” I solve the real problems behind your technical requirements. ๐Ÿš€ ๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—œ ๐—ฆ๐—ผ๐—น๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐—™๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚ ๐Ÿ”น Fix slow applications I identify real bottlenecks โ€” inefficient queries, N+1 issues, missing indexes, poor caching โ€” and improve performance with measurable results. ๐Ÿ”น Optimize & migrate databases I restructure poorly designed databases, tune slow queries, add proper indexing, and handle full data migrations โ€” across MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle โ€” with zero data loss and full integrity checks. ๐Ÿ”น Upgrade legacy systems Safe upgrades from PHP 5.x / 7.x โ†’ 8.x, Laravel and Symfony upgrades with full compatibility and minimal downtime. ๐Ÿ”น Build scalable backend systems SaaS platforms, REST APIs, real-time features (WebSockets), and complex business logic designed to scale. ๐Ÿ”น Integrate payment gateways โ€” I implement secure, reliable payment flows using Stripe, PayPal, Mope payments, and other regional or custom gateways โ€” subscription billing, one-time payments, marketplace payouts, and refund handling all covered. ๐Ÿ”น Solve server & deployment issues Proper VPS setup, Nginx/Apache configuration, SSL, security hardening, and production stability. ๐Ÿ”น Clean up messy codebases Refactoring legacy systems into maintainable, structured, and developer-friendly code. ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐Ÿ”น Laravel & Symfony Development โ€” SaaS, multi-tenant apps, REST APIs, WebSockets, queues, admin panels. ๐Ÿ”น PHP & Framework Upgrades โ€” PHP 5/7 โ†’ 8.x, Laravel 5โ€“12, Symfony version upgrade. ๐Ÿ”น Performance Optimization โ€” query tuning, Redis/Memcached caching, N+1 fixes, code refactoring. ๐Ÿ”น Database Optimization & Migration โ€” schema redesign, indexing, query optimization, cross-platform data migration (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) ๐Ÿ”น Payment Gateway Integration โ€” Stripe, PayPal, Mope payment, subscription billing, marketplace payouts, webhook handling. ๐Ÿ”น VPS & Server Setup โ€” cPanel, WHM, Nginx, Apache, SSL, DNS, mail server, firewall configuration. ๐Ÿ”น Server & Hosting Migration โ€” zero-downtime transfers, database migration, DNS cutover. ๐Ÿ”น Legacy PHP Modernization โ€” refactoring, security patching, technical debt reduction. ๐Ÿ”น API & Third-Party Integration โ€” REST APIs, webhooks, Twilio, and custom service connections. ๐—ช๐—ต๐˜† ๐—–๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐˜€ ๐—–๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ผ๐˜€๐—ฒ ๐— ๐—ฒ ๐Ÿ”น Code + Server โ€” One Person I own both the application and the infrastructure it runs on. No gaps between your developer and your sysadmin. ๐Ÿ”น Government & Enterprise Delivered I've built production systems for government organizations and national enterprises โ€” where reliability, security, and accountability are non-negotiable. ๐Ÿ”น Performance You Can Measure I don't just say "it's faster." I give you real numbers โ€” query times, page load speeds, server response metrics โ€” before and after. ๐Ÿ”น Long-Term Code Quality Clean architecture, SOLID principles, and full documentation so any developer can maintain what I build. ๐Ÿ”น Global Availability Flexible hours covering US, European, and Middle Eastern time zones. ๐—ง๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐—ต ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐—ธ ๐Ÿ”น Backend: PHP, Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter, REST APIs, WebSockets, Cron Jobs, Queue Workers, Eloquent ORM, Doctrine ORM, JWT Authentication, Mail Integration ๐Ÿ”น Database: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle DB, SQL, Database Optimization, Database Migration ๐Ÿ”น Server: VPS, Dedicated Server, Shared Hosting, cPanel, WHM, Plesk, CyberPanel, DirectAdmin, Nginx, Apache, OpenLiteSpeed, Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian, AlmaLinux), Windows Server, Docker, Kubernetes, Cloudflare, CI/CD, GitHub Actions, Jenkins ๐Ÿ”น Frontend: React.js, Next.js, Vue.js, JavaScript, Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap, base44 ๐Ÿ”น API & Third-Party: Payment Gateway Integration, SMS Gateway Integration, Chatbot, Geo-Location APIs, Twillo APIs. ๐Ÿ”น CMS & E-commerce: WordPress, Shopware, Grav CMS Tell me your situation โ€” slow app, broken server, outdated codebase, or a new build. I'll give you a clear plan, honest timeline, and get it done right.

  • PHP
  • Laravel
  • Symfony
  • API Development
  • API Integration
  • CodeIgniter
  • Database Optimization
  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • Data Migration
  • Virtual Private Server
  • cPanel
  • Linux System Administration
  • Docker
  • SaaS Development
  • Payment Gateway Integration
  • Websockets
  • WordPress
  • React
  • Next.js
Ahsan A.

Karachi, Pakistan

$15/hr
5.0
47 jobs

Are you looking for an expert PHP developer to build a high-performance SaaS platform, scalable web application, or secure REST API? I am a senior backend developer specializing in Laravel application development, CodeIgniter, and enterprise-grade system architecture. I help businesses transform complex workflows into robust digital products with a heavy focus on database optimization and backend scalability. โšก Core Technical Expertise (What I Do Best): SaaS Product Engineering: Custom SaaS development, multi-tenant architecture, and subscription billing (Stripe/PayPal integration). Database Design & Tuning: Advanced MySQL, database indexing, complex query optimization, and handling large datasets. API Development: Secure RESTful API creation, webhooks, and third-party API integrations (CRMs, Gateways). Legacy Code Migration: Upgrading older PHP systems (Yii, Symfony, early Laravel) to modern, secure versions. Performance Optimization: Speeding up slow backend code and implementing caching systems (Redis/Memcached). โšก Services & Solutions: Custom Web Application Development & Automation Dashboards. MVP Development for startups to launch quickly. E-commerce Scaling & Custom WordPress/WooCommerce development. โšก Why Choose Me? Clean Code Specialist: Writing future-proof code following SOLID principles and MVC design patterns. Business-Centric Mindset: Aligning scalable technical architecture with your business growth goals. Letโ€™s build something secure and highly scalable. Click the "Invite" button, and letโ€™s discuss how I can optimize your platform!

  • PHP
  • Laravel
  • CodeIgniter
  • Symfony
  • Yii
  • WordPress
  • MySQL
  • REST API
  • Shopify
  • SaaS Development
  • Payment Integration Framework
Phillip R.

Savannah, Georgia

$45/hr
4.9
36 jobs

I'm a senior PHP developer with 25 years of experience, working with companies that need a reliable hand on the codebase that runs their business. My work is split between two kinds of projects: building new applications from scratch, and taking over existing ones. On the new-build side, that's usually custom SaaS applications, E-Commerce Systems and business tools, including auth, billing, dashboards, admin panels, and integrations. On the takeover side, it's stepping into existing codebases, stabilizing them, and building the features that have been stuck in the backlog. I work in Laravel, CodeIgniter, other PHP Frameworks and custom PHP. A lot of senior developers won't touch non-framework code. I will, and a meaningful share of my long-running clients and projects are exactly that: businesses with critical applications written outside the major frameworks, that need a developer who'll keep them running and extend them rather than push for a rewrite. Most of my clients turn into long-term relationships. A lot of my contracts have run for years, which I think says more than anything I could put on this profile. My focus is backend: PHP, MySQL, integrations, and API work, plus Linux and server administration when a project needs it. I handle frontend work too (JavaScript, HTML, CSS) when full-stack services are needed. I work independently, communicate directly, and don't need much hand-holding to get going on a project. If that sounds like the kind of developer you need, send me a message and let's get to work.

  • PHP
  • Custom PHP
  • MySQL
  • CodeIgniter
  • Laravel
  • MVC Framework
  • RESTful Architecture
  • jQuery
  • JavaScript
  • CSS
  • SaaS Development
  • Ecommerce Website Development
  • Code Refactoring
  • Web Application Development
  • Linux System Administration
  • Vue.js
  • Next.js
  • Full-Stack Development
  • Web Development
  • Back-End Development
Anil N.

Dehradun, India

$8/hr
5.0
29 jobs

I am an experienced Full-Stack PHP Developer with over 15 years in web development, specializing in PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, OOJS, jQuery, Git, and WordPress. I have extensive experience in developing and maintaining small to mid-sized web applications, as well as troubleshooting and customizing existing solutions. My passion lies in problem-solving, debugging, and delivering high-quality, scalable solutions in both JavaScript and PHP. I hold a science degree along with a three-year diploma in software development. Over the past 8+ years, I have successfully worked as part of distributed teams across multiple locations, collaborating seamlessly in remote work environments. My professional expertise includes: โ€ข Version Control & Collaboration: Proficient in Git (GitHub, Bitbucket) for code versioning and collaboration. โ€ข Project Management: Experienced in Jira for agile workflow management. โ€ข PHP Development: Skilled in PHP (5-8.3)โ€”both core/custom development and frameworks like CakePHP, CodeIgniter, and Laravel. โ€ข JavaScript & Frontend Development: Strong knowledge of vanilla JavaScript, jQuery, Vue.js, and React.js, with a keen interest in exploring new frameworks. โ€ข Team Management: Experienced in leading small teams (2-5 developers), mentoring junior programmers, and ensuring project success. I thrive in remote work environments and am confident that my technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and ability to collaborate across time zones will make me a valuable addition to your team. I would love the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to your projects. Working Hours / Availablity: IST: 9:30 AM - 2:30 AM CST: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM CET: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM For long term contracts can adjust according to requirement. I am also available for free demo tasks, so you can verify my skills. Best regards, Anil Nautiyal

  • PHP
  • Web Design
  • Git
  • Database Architecture
  • MySQL
  • JavaScript
  • Database Maintenance
  • jQuery
  • Bootstrap
  • cPanel
  • WordPress
  • CSS
  • API
  • API Integration
  • Laravel
  • CodeIgniter
  • Vue.js
  • Web Hosting
  • Google Cloud Platform Administration
  • GitHub

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