PHP Application Development
Custom software solutions for your business processes – developed with PHP and modern frameworks.
- CodeIgniter & Laravel
- REST APIs & interfaces
- Database design
- Maintenance & support
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Custom web applications
As an experienced PHP application developer with years of expertise, I build tailor-made solutions for your business.
Not every business problem can be solved with off-the-shelf software. Sometimes you need a custom application tailored precisely to your processes. Using PHP and modern frameworks, I develop robust, scalable web applications.
Typical use cases
Management systems
Customer, project or member management with custom workflows.
Booking systems
Online appointment booking, resource planning and calendar integration.
Document management
Digital records, versioning and approval workflows.
Dashboards
Real-time evaluations, KPIs and reporting tools.
Process automation
Automation of recurring tasks and notifications.
Interfaces
Integration of external systems via REST API, SOAP or custom protocols.
Technologies & Frameworks
Backend / PHP
- CodeIgniter 4: Lightweight, fast, ideal for custom solutions
- Laravel: Feature-rich, Eloquent ORM, queue system
- Symfony: Enterprise-ready, bundle system
- PHP 8.x: Modern features, JIT compiler
Database & Infrastructure
- MySQL / MariaDB: Proven, reliable, performant
- PostgreSQL: For complex data structures
- Redis: Caching, sessions, queues
- Docker: Containerisation, consistent environments
Development process
Requirements analysis
Collaborative elaboration of requirements, user stories and acceptance criteria.
Architecture & design
Technical concept, database design and UI/UX wireframes.
Agile development
Iterative implementation in sprints with regular demos and feedback.
Testing & launch
Comprehensive tests, documentation and supported go-live.
What is a web application?
A web application is far more than a simple website. While a website primarily displays content, a web application enables real interactions: users can enter, save, manage and retrieve data. Typical examples include CRM systems (Customer Relationship Management), ERP solutions (Enterprise Resource Planning), booking systems, customer portals or membership management systems. The crucial difference lies in the logic: a web application processes data, controls processes and responds dynamically to user input.
The great advantage over a desktop application: no installation is needed. Your employees and customers open the browser and get to work immediately – whether at the office PC, on a laptop in the home office or on a tablet on the go. As an experienced PHP developer I build web applications for you that are precisely tailored to your business processes. No unnecessary overhead, no expensive licence for features you never use – just a lean, secure solution that grows with your business.
My Development Process
Good software is not created by pure coding, but through a well-thought-out process. From the initial idea to productive operation, I guide you through five clearly defined phases:
Requirements Analysis
Together we work out what the application should do. Who are the users? What data is managed? What processes are mapped? From these conversations, user stories and a clear requirements document emerge – the foundation for everything that follows.
Architecture & Database Design
Based on the requirements I design the technical architecture: which framework fits? How is the database structured? How do the components communicate with each other? This step is invested time that prevents errors and rebuilds later.
Backend Development
The actual logic of the application is created in the backend: database operations, business rules, API endpoints, authentication and access rights. I rely on PHP with CodeIgniter or Laravel and write clean, documented and testable code.
Frontend Development
The frontend is what your users see and use every day. I develop intuitive user interfaces with Bootstrap, Vue.js or Alpine.js – responsive, fast and accessible. Complex tables, forms, dashboards: everything is designed to be enjoyable to use.
Deployment, Testing & Handover
Before go-live I carry out comprehensive tests: functional testing, security check, performance measurement and browser compatibility. Deployment takes place on your infrastructure or on Swiss hosting. You receive complete documentation and an introduction so you can work confidently with the new application.
Technologies I use
I choose technologies based on your requirements – not a one-size-fits-all approach, but the best solution for your project:
Backend: PHP & Frameworks
PHP is the most proven language for web applications – performant, flexible and with a huge ecosystem. With CodeIgniter 4, lean, fast applications are created. Laravel offers a comprehensive feature set with queues, events and Eloquent ORM for more complex projects.
PHP 8.x · CodeIgniter 4 · Laravel · Symfony
Frontend: Modern & Reactive
The frontend should respond quickly and feel good. With Vue.js or Alpine.js, interactive dashboards and forms can be realised without heavy single-page application complexity. Bootstrap ensures consistent, responsive design.
Vue.js · Alpine.js · Bootstrap 5 · Vite
Database: Reliable & Scalable
MySQL and MariaDB are the first choice for most web applications – fast, stable and widely used. For complex data structures or analytical queries I use PostgreSQL. Redis is used as a caching layer and for queues.
MySQL · MariaDB · PostgreSQL · Redis
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