Bespoke PHP Development
I build complex, modern PHP systems. I transform legacy code and thrive in high-pressure environments.
LTSCommerce: Bespoke PHP Development for Complex Systems
Large-scale, high-turnover, high-complexity backend systems. AI-enhanced development workflows. No bullshit, just results.
Core Expertise
Infrastructure & Automation
I automate with Ansible, run Proxmox virtualization, and manage bare metal servers. I prefer private cloud over public cloud every time.
Backend Systems
I do pure backend development. No design work. I focus entirely on scalable, maintainable PHP architecture.
CTO-Level Services
I provide strategic guidance, help with hiring, and train teams. I offer technical leadership when projects get complex.
AI-Enhanced Development
I use AI tools to speed up development and help businesses integrate AI into their processes. Modern workflows with traditional reliability.
TypeScript & Modern JavaScript
I build full-stack TypeScript applications. This includes backend Node.js services, CLI tools, and modern JavaScript architecture.
Latest Articles
AI
Advanced Claude Code Hooks: Controlling Sub-Agent Behavior
Learn how to use Claude Code hooks to enforce execution rules for parallel sub-agents, preventing resource conflicts in test suites and other shared-resource scenarios.
Database
Advanced PHP Database Patterns: Beyond ORMs for High-Performance Applications
Discover advanced database patterns for PHP including retry mechanisms, bulk updates, statement caching, query classes, generators for memory efficiency, and PHPStan rules for test correctness. Learn when to use PDO directly over ORMs.
PHP
Caching vs Memoization: Choosing the Right Optimization Strategy
Deep dive into caching and memoization strategies, their differences, use cases, anti-patterns, and practical implementation tips across programming languages.
Published Author
I co-authored "The Art of Modern PHP 8" published by Packt Publishing. The book helps developers worldwide upgrade legacy PHP applications to modern standards.
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