Supported versions
Applications upgrading PHP and dependencies. Compatibility, deprecations and upgrade planning. We define how it is tested, released and maintained before making it a critical dependency.
Sustainable foundation
Modern PHP for applications that must keep changing
We use the language, Composer and quality tools as a coherent foundation rather than an isolated rule collection.
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.
- Applications upgrading PHP and dependencies.
- Teams needing faster technical feedback.
- Products with hard-to-test critical logic.
- Codebases reducing debt without a rewrite.
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.
Dependencies
Teams needing faster technical feedback. Composer, constraints, audit and replacement. We define how it is tested, released and maintained before making it a critical dependency.
Quality
Products with hard-to-test critical logic. PHPUnit/Pest, static analysis and review. We define how it is tested, released and maintained before making it a critical dependency.
Refactoring
Codebases reducing debt without a rewrite. Rector and changes protected by tests. We define how it is tested, released and maintained before making it a critical dependency.
What we can design, build and operate
Compatibility, deprecations and upgrade planning.
Composer, constraints, audit and replacement.
PHPUnit/Pest, static analysis and review.
Rector and changes protected by tests.
Related technologies
PHP 8.2–8.5OPcacheExtensions
PHPUnitPestPHPStan / Psalm
ComposerRectorXdebug
Decisions a logo cannot answer
The target depends on framework, extensions and server support.
Rules rise gradually to avoid blocking the product.
Automated changes do not replace tests or behavioural review.
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