Contracts
APIs for web, mobile or partner applications. OpenAPI, schemas, examples and errors. We define how it is tested, released and maintained before making it a critical dependency.
Contracts between systems
REST, OpenAPI, webhooks and messaging for dependable PHP integrations
We treat every interface as an operational contract covering authentication, errors, compatibility, limits, observation and recovery.
final class TechnologyDecision
{
public function choose(Context $context): Stack
{
return $this->evidence->fit($context);
}
}
Capability within product context
The choice accounts for domain, team, data, operations and maintenance horizon.
- APIs for web, mobile or partner applications.
- Webhooks and callbacks that may repeat.
- Asynchronous and decoupled processing.
- Integrations evolving without breaking consumers.
Adopting technology means owning its complete lifecycle
A component creates value when it solves a concrete need and the team can upgrade, observe and replace it. We therefore assess fit alongside the existing architecture, data and the actual way the product is operated.
Security
Webhooks and callbacks that may repeat. OAuth 2.0, tokens, permissions and limits. We define how it is tested, released and maintained before making it a critical dependency.
Asynchrony
Asynchronous and decoupled processing. Queues, events, retries and idempotency. We define how it is tested, released and maintained before making it a critical dependency.
Evolution
Integrations evolving without breaking consumers. Versioning, compatibility and retirement. We define how it is tested, released and maintained before making it a critical dependency.
What we can design, build and operate
OpenAPI, schemas, examples and errors.
OAuth 2.0, tokens, permissions and limits.
Queues, events, retries and idempotency.
Versioning, compatibility and retirement.
Related technologies
RESTOpenAPIGraphQL
WebhooksOAuth 2.0JWT
RabbitMQKafkaManaged queues
Decisions a logo cannot answer
Response needs, decoupling and consistency guide the pattern.
It creates value when consumers and governance justify complexity.
Publishing an event requires ownership, schema and retry policy.
Introduce it without creating another technical island
Adoption starts from a bounded need, with explicit compatibility, ownership and an exit path.
We begin with a representative case that validates integration, developer experience, performance and operations. We avoid spreading the technology across the system before understanding its costs: configuration, training, delivery, observability, backups, security and upgrades.
Adoption is complete when there is a repeatable way to work with it. This includes minimum conventions, useful tests, diagnosis, documentation and an owner able to decide when to use it and when not to. If a dependency disappears, changes licence or no longer fits, the product should retain proportionate alternatives.
- ValidateA need, representative case and concrete adoption boundary.
- IntegrateWith real tests, data, security and operating conditions.
- StandardiseConventions, ownership, diagnosis and maintenance accessible to the team.
- ReviewValue, cost, support, alternatives and conditions for replacement.
Before introducing technology
Does the technology determine the architecture?
No. Domain, team, operations and product horizon determine how it should be used.
Can you introduce it into an existing application?
Yes, when integration reduces a real cost or risk and there is an adoption and operations plan.
Content connected to this decision
Continue with diagnosis, execution or related experience.
First conversation
Let’s discuss what your PHP application needs
Tell us about the context, the main blocker and the outcome you need. We will reply with the questions required for an initial assessment.
- No commercial commitment
- Direct contact with the team
- Your details are not sold to third parties