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🟢 𝐀𝐕𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐓 --- PHP PRO | With over 10+ Years as a Full Stack Web Developer, I have worked on frameworks like Python, PHP, Laravel, CodeIgniter, WordPress, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and Javascript frameworks like VUE.JS and REACT.JS, etc. My expertise includes but is not limited to: ⭐ BACKEND: ✔️ PHP ✔️ Core PHP ✔️ Laravel ( Laravel blade, Laravel Nova, Laravel spark, Jetstream, Laravel Forge, Laravel vapor ) ✔️ Codeigniter ✔️ Yii ✔️ Symphony ✔️ Node.JS ✔️ Express.js ⭐FRONT END: ✔️ JavaScript ✔️ Vue.js ✔️ React.jS ✔️ Angular.js ✔️ Alpine.js ✔️ Bootstrap ✔️ HTML ✔️ CSS ✔️ JQuery ✔️ Livewire ⭐ CMS AND CRM ✔️ WordPress/ Woo commerce / Bigcommerece / Squarespace ✔️ Shopify, Shopify Plus, Shopify App development ✔️ CsCart ✔️ CraftCMS ✔️ October ✔️ Magneto ✔️ Opencart ✔️ Bitrix ⭐ SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES: ✔️ CMS ✔️ SAAS ✔️ ERP ✔️ LMS ✔️ MVP ✔️ CRM ⭐ 3RD PARTY API INTEGRATION: ✔️ Payment Gateways (Authorize.net, PayPal, Stripe, Braintree, Square Payoneer) ✔️ Shipping APIs ( Ship station, UPSC, DHL, FedEx, Ship engine, Correios Brazil, Correios Chili, Post Plus, Total Express, Global e-parcel, GSS, Colombia 472, PostNL) ✔️ Social APIs (YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) ✔️ Email Marketing APIs ( Mail chimp, Mail jet, Active Campaign, Send Grid, Hubspot ) ✔️ SMS and Calling APIs ( Twilio, Signal wire, Pilvo, Telnyx, nexmo) ✔️ Big Commerce API ✔️ Shopify API ✔️ Xero API ⭐ DATABASES: ✔️ MySQL ✔️ Postgress ✔️ MongoDB ✔️ SQL Lite ✔️ Firebase ✔️ Redis ✔️ MariaDB ✔️ Dynamo DB ⭐ VERSION CONTROL: ✔️ GitHub ✔️ Bit Bucket ✔️ GITLAB ✔️ Beanstalk ⭐ SERVER MANAGEMENT / DEVOPS: ✔️ AWS ( EC2, Elastic Beanstalk, RDS, S3, Rout53 , Redis, LAMDA) ✔️ DevOps (CI/CD pipelines, GitHub actions, AZURE) ✔️ VPS/Dedicated ✔️ Shared Hosting ( Cpanel, Hpanel) ⭐PROJECT MANAGEMENT TOOLS: ✔️ Jira ✔️ Trello ✔️ Monday ✔️ Active collab ✔️ ASANA ✔️ Click up ✔️ ZOHO ✔️ Basecamp ⭐COMMUNICATION CHANNEL: ✔️ Slack ✔️ Skype ✔️ Discord ⭐ CUSTOM SOLUTIONS: ✔️ E-COMMERCE Solutions / E-commerce Stores ✔️ Jobs Portal ✔️ Hotel/ Restaurant Booking System ✔️ Event Management ✔️ Loan and tax calculator ✔️ Admin Panels ✔️ E-Courses sites ✔️ Online Tutors Portals ✔️ Admin Dashboards ✔️ Freight Rates ✔️ Admin Panel ✔️ User panel ✔️ Bug Fixing ✔️ Payment Integration ✔️ Social Signup form (Facebook, Google, Twitter, LinkedIn, Git) ✔️ Server Deployment ✔️ Website Speed Optimizations Why Choose me as your Full Stack Developer? ✔️ Commitment ✔️ Team Player ✔️ Honesty ✔️ Communication ✔️ Professionalism ✔️ Quality ✔️ Always Open to Positive criticism ✔️ Adaptability ✔️ Able to do the Impossible and have the courage to say NO or Negotiate The only thing I promise is quality and timely delivery. If you have any issues, let me know. I will help you to solve your problem and achieve your desired goal. Thanks

⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Eugene is a smart, highly communicative, and competent developer. He was able to quickly solve our issues and we are eager to work with him again." "Struggling with slow, outdated web apps or complex tech issues? " I specialize in optimizing and transforming digital experiences with cutting-edge AI and modern web technologies. With 15+ years of experience in full-stack development, I’ve built and optimized scalable, high-performance web applications that help businesses drive growth. My expertise lies in solving complex problems and delivering high-performance solutions across various industries, from SaaS and e-commerce to enterprise-level applications. I focus on creating robust, user-friendly web apps that not only meet your technical requirements but also drive business growth. ✅ Case Study 1: Project: API Integration for E-Commerce: I worked with an e-commerce platform to integrate a custom API for real-time product data and inventory management. This resulted in a 25% reduction in cart abandonment and improved overall user engagement. The integration streamlined operations and allowed for seamless product updates, driving a 30% increase in monthly sales. ✅ Case Study 2: Project: WordPress Maintenance & PHP Upgrade: For a WordPress client, I handled PHP upgrades from v7.4 to 8.x, ensuring full compatibility and improved site performance. This upgrade reduced load times by 40%, improved SEO rankings, and fixed critical security vulnerabilities. The client reported a significant drop in page load times, leading to a better user experience and higher conversion rates. ✅ What I Can Do for You: - Build scalable apps with React, Next.js, and Laravel. - Develop AI-powered solutions to enhance user experience and automate tasks. - Integrate APIs (payments, inventory, marketing tools, etc.). - Optimize MySQL & PostgreSQL for faster performance. - Maintain & upgrade existing WordPress sites for better security and performance. - Integrate Vue.js for modern, responsive web apps. - Troubleshoot and optimize systems for scalability, security, and speed. ✅ Industries I Work With: - SaaS & Tech Platforms - E-Commerce & Retail - AI Solutions - Healthtech & Fintech - Real Estate & Property 💼 If you need a reliable, results-driven developer to create or optimize your web application, integrate AI, or improve performance, let's connect! I’m here to help you achieve scalable, user-friendly solutions that drive business results. KEYWORDS: Full Stack Developer, React Developer, Next.js Developer, AI Solutions, AI Integration, Laravel Development, PHP Developer, Web Application Development, SaaS Development, MySQL Optimization, PostgreSQL Development, API Integration, WordPress Maintenance, E-commerce Development, Vue.js Development, Database Optimization, Web Performance Optimization, Custom API Integration, Frontend Development, Backend Development, Mobile App Development.

✔️ Drupal & WordPress Expert ✔️ Laravel & Vue.js Developer ✔️ 10+ Years Experience, 30K+ Upwork Hours ✔️ MVP & SaaS Specialist ✔️ Full Stack Web Development ✔️ AI-Powered Efficiency ✔️ AngularJS As an IT engineer and seasoned web developer, I build high-performance websites and applications that deliver measurable results. I specialize in Drupal and WordPress development, with a strong focus on security, scalability, and long-term maintainability. Over the past decade, I’ve developed enterprise SaaS platforms, optimized marketing sites for conversions, and built everything from lightweight landing pages to fully custom web applications. I'm just as comfortable working with modern site builders like Webflow and Squarespace as I am building backend systems in PHP, Python, or JavaScript. If you need something custom, from tools and dashboards to integrations and CMS extensions, I can architect, build, and maintain it without hand-holding. What I deliver: 🟢 Custom Drupal and WordPress development 🟢 Conversion-focused frontends with clean UX/UI using Elementor, Gutenberg, and Avada 🟢 Secure, scalable backend systems and API integrations (PHP, Laravel, custom endpoints) 🟢 Performance optimization and technical SEO 🟢 Fast, ongoing support and DevOps where needed 🟢 ADA compliance and accessibility improvements based on WCAG 2.1 standards 🟢 HIPAA, SOC 2, and GDPR-compliant development practices for data privacy and security 🟢 Marketing and analytics integration including GCLID, GTM, GA4, and Meta Pixel Notable projects include: 🏛️ New York University 🏛️ University of New South Wales 🏛️ ADRC Wyoming (nonprofit accessibility initiative) I’ve also worked with multiple Upwork Enterprise clients to improve their web presence and business outcomes. Let’s build something reliable, fast, and built to scale. Skill Highlights: ❯ Drupal, WordPress, PHP, Python/Flask, JavaScript, React ❯ Webflow, Wix, Squarespace, Framer, HubSpot CMS ❯ Performance Optimization, Conversion Strategy, Technical SEO ❯ Custom Tools, API Integrations, Backend Systems ❯ Docker, Pantheon.io, Platform.sh, WP Engine, Azure DevOps ❯ Linux Servers, Nginx, DigitalOcean, AWS, MySQL ❯ Security Audits, GDPR, SOC2 Compliance ❯ Git, Lighthouse Scoring, Cross-Browser QA

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.

✅ 10+ Years of Full-Time Experience ✅ 100+ 5-Star Reviews | 100% Job Success | Top-Rated Plus ✅ Fast, Reliable, U.S.-Based (EST) I’m Gerald Thornton — a full-time WordPress, WooCommerce, and full-stack developer with over a decade of experience building, securing, and optimizing complex websites. If your site is slow, buggy, vulnerable, or broken, I’ll fix it efficiently and make it fast, stable, and secure. My focus is long-term durability, performance, and clean engineering — not band-aid fixes. 🧭 What I Do Best 🔹 WordPress Development & Full-Stack Support Theme and plugin development, debugging, API integrations, database tuning, and server-side logic. I cover both front-end and back-end work so your entire stack runs smoothly. 🔹 WooCommerce Customization Payment gateways, shipping logic, memberships, bundles, checkout flows, dynamic pricing, and custom product functionality — fully tailored to your store. 🔹 Website Security & Hardening Security audits, malware cleanup, theme/plugin code review, hardening (firewalls, file permissions, salts, headers), and autoload/DB optimization. I specialize in cleaning compromised sites and preventing repeat incidents. 🔹 Speed Optimization (GTmetrix / PageSpeed Insights) Sub-1-second load times where possible using WP Rocket, caching layers, asset optimization, and server-level tuning. 🔹 Troubleshooting & Emergency Fixes If something breaks, I identify the root cause and resolve it quickly. I’ve recovered 40+ sites this year alone from outages, plugin conflicts, and performance failures. 🔹 Email & DNS Configuration Outlook 365, WP Mail SMTP, SPF/DKIM/DMARC, and dynamic DNS — ensuring reliable email delivery and better domain reputation. 🔹 Hosting & Migration WP Engine, Kinsta, cPanel/WHM, SiteGround, GoDaddy, DigitalOcean, and more. Secure moves with zero downtime. 🔹 Custom Plugin & Theme Development Lightweight, secure, and maintainable code — built to fit your exact needs without unnecessary bloat. 🧰 Tools & Stack Languages: PHP, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, CSS, Bash Frameworks: WordPress, WooCommerce, ACF, Elementor Security: Malware cleanup, file audits, autoload cleanup, WP hardening, CSP, headers Optimization: WP Rocket, Cloudflare, Redis/Object Cache Hosting: WP Engine, Kinsta, cPanel/WHM, InMotion, DigitalOcean OS & IDE: Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, PhpStorm AI Tools: GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT ⚡ Why Clients Hire Me Fast turnaround and efficient communication Clear explanations without technical overwhelm Careful documentation and backups before every change A focus on stability, speed, and long-term maintainability A reliable partner who protects your site and strengthens your business A developer should move your project forward — not stand in its way. 💬 Ready to get started? Message me here on Upwork for: • Ongoing maintenance • Full-stack WordPress or WooCommerce development • Security auditing or malware cleanup • Speed improvement and debugging • Custom features or plugin development • Performance and architecture consulting Payments are handled securely through Upwork, and I’m available via Upwork messages, Zoom, or Slack — whatever works best for you.

I'm a WordPress-focused PHP Developer who loves passionate clients and I'm looking to help clients make their wildest (web) dreams come true. I consider myself highly proficient in problem-solving and coming up with solutions that are tailored to every client's needs. Knowing PHP and WordPress platform very well, there's hardly anything I can't create a solution for in terms of web development. Whether its custom theming, functionality, API integration with an outside service... you name it! I hope to work with you soon! ✨