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Laravel & PHP Web Development, Sheffield, UK

We build and support custom web platforms for ambitious SMEs, from new projects to ongoing technical partnerships.

Sheffield, UK

Expert Services

Expert Services

I partner with established SMEs to take ownership of complex web platforms, improving structure, performance and reliability over time.

My work typically involves auditing existing systems, refactoring fragile code, introducing clearer architecture, and implementing controlled improvements without disrupting day-to-day operations. When required, I also design and deliver new Laravel platforms with long-term maintainability in mind.

Clients value straightforward advice, transparent communication and friendly, authentic support. I operate as a steady technical partner, focused on practical solutions, not unnecessary complexity.

Years Experience

25

Years Experience

Projects Delivered

50

Projects Delivered

Up to Laravel Version

12

Up to Laravel Version

Take a look at the latest blog

Discover fresh insights, practical tips, and creative inspiration from our latest blog posts curated to keep you informed, inspired, and ahead of the curve.

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Apr 29, 2026

From broken reports to a bottle of Champagne: the FHRS platform launch

We took over a food safety compliance SaaS that was timing out on reports, leaking memory on imports, and had serious security gaps. Here's what we fixed, and how Paul marked the launch.

Apr 2, 2026

How a PHP config change and libary update eliminated every PDF failure on a 27-module SaaS

Consultants on a health and safety compliance platform were hitting intermittent PDF failures in the field. The root cause was PHP memory configuration. Here's how we found it and fixed it.

Mar 31, 2026

5 things to check before your PHP platform goes down in production

Most production PHP incidents are preventable. These are the five checks I run on every platform I take over, and what I typically find.

Glen is a pleasure to work with: communicative, thorough, and highly capable. He took on a system that was experiencing serious issues from a previous developer. He quickly transformed the system, creating a much clearer and intuitive user interface together with identifying and delivering a number of major performance upgrades. The improvements have given our clients data security, great new features and reliable performance.

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Paul Osborne

Director, FHR Services Ltd

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FAQ

FAQQERS

What is your development process?
What's the difference between WordPress and Laravel? Which is right for my project?
WordPress is a content management system built for websites. It's ideal if you need your team to manage pages, blog posts, and media without technical help. It has strong SEO tooling, a familiar admin interface, and a huge ecosystem of plugins. Laravel is a PHP framework for building custom web applications. It's the right choice when you have specific business logic, complex data relationships, or workflows that off-the-shelf software can't handle. If you're not sure which fits your situation, tell me what you're trying to achieve and I'll give you an honest recommendation. I build both, so I have no reason to push you towards one over the other.
Where are you based, and do you work with clients outside Sheffield?
I'm based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, but work with clients across the UK, and most of my work is done remotely. I've built and supported platforms for businesses in London, Edinburgh, and throughout the North of England. Location is rarely a barrier. If you'd prefer a face-to-face meeting, I'm happy to travel for the right project.