Upgrade Legacy PHP Application
Your PHP application is stuck on an old version. Security risks, hosting problems, can't use modern packages. Time to upgrade.
Sound Familiar?
Stuck on PHP 5.6, 7.x, or old Laravel
Can't install modern packages
Hosting providers dropping support
Security vulnerabilities in old versions
Development slower than it should be
How I Can Help
Audit codebase for upgrade blockers
Fix deprecated function calls
Update packages and dependencies
Incremental PHP version upgrades
Test thoroughly at each step
Deploy safely with rollback plan
PHP upgrades are usually straightforward but need care. Some function signatures changed, some features deprecated. The codebase needs to be audited and fixed before the upgrade.
I take an incremental approach: PHP 7.4 to 8.0, then 8.1, then 8.2. Each step tested, each step deployed. Easier to debug issues when you know exactly what changed.
Laravel upgrades follow the same pattern. One version at a time, following the official upgrade guides, testing everything.
You end up on current versions, secure, fast, and able to use modern packages.
Why I'm the Right Choice
Fast Diagnosis
I've seen most problems before. Quick assessment, clear plan, fast execution.
Proven Track Record
47+ rescue projects completed. I know what works and what doesn't.
Root Cause Fix
Not just patches. I fix the underlying issues so they don't come back.
Clear Communication
You'll know what's happening, what it costs, and when it'll be done.
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes stuck on php 5.6, 7.x, or old laravel?
This is a common issue I see in projects that need upgrade legacy php application. Audit codebase for upgrade blockers
What causes can't install modern packages?
This is a common issue I see in projects that need upgrade legacy php application. Audit codebase for upgrade blockers
What causes hosting providers dropping support?
This is a common issue I see in projects that need upgrade legacy php application. Audit codebase for upgrade blockers
What causes security vulnerabilities in old versions?
This is a common issue I see in projects that need upgrade legacy php application. Audit codebase for upgrade blockers
What causes development slower than it should be?
This is a common issue I see in projects that need upgrade legacy php application. Audit codebase for upgrade blockers
How do you audit codebase for upgrade blockers?
Audit codebase for upgrade blockers This is part of my standard approach to upgrade legacy php application, refined over 16+ years of experience.
How do you fix deprecated function calls?
Fix deprecated function calls This is part of my standard approach to upgrade legacy php application, refined over 16+ years of experience.
How long does upgrade legacy php application take?
Typical timeline is 1-4 weeks. Every project is different, but I'll give you a clear estimate after an initial assessment.
What does the process look like?
Initial call to understand the problem. Quick assessment and clear plan. Weekly demos as we fix things. Direct communication throughout — no project managers in the way.
What Clients Say
"Stu's been embedded with our team for over a year. Daily standups, same Linear board, same Slack. When we needed a maintenance tracking module built - tenant requests, status workflows, admin dashboards - he scoped it and shipped it in six weeks. Our clients think he's internal."
"Brought Stu in to review our AI tooling stack. He did a proper deep dive, gave us a clear plan, and containerised everything so devs could run it locally. Exactly the kind of practical, no-bullshit assessment we needed."
"Stu hired me and gave me a baptism of fire within AWS and infrastructure. Years later, I'm leading a DevOps team of eight. He's technically brilliant, but what I appreciated most was how he explained things - never made me feel stupid, always made time. We still help each other out regularly."
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