18+
Years PHP Experience
Since 2007
Migration Expertise
8.4
Latest PHP Version
Why Migrate to PHP 8?
Security patches and ongoing support from active PHP versions
Performance boost with JIT compiler optimisation
Modern type system with union types, named arguments, and attributes
Improved developer experience with better error messages and debugging
Breaking change management with complete compatibility testing
Framework compatibility unlocking Laravel 10+, Symfony 6+, and modern ecosystem
PHP 7.4 reached end-of-life in November 2022, meaning no security patches or bug fixes for over two years. Currently 35.68% of PHP teams still run EOL PHP 7.4, exposing their applications to unpatched vulnerabilities and compliance risks. Migrating to PHP 8.x ensures you receive active security patching, critical CVE fixes, and ongoing support from the PHP core team. This is essential for maintaining security compliance standards and protecting your application from known exploits that will never be addressed in PHP 7.4.
Security patches and ongoing support from active PHP versions
Performance boost with JIT compiler optimisation
Modern type system with union types, named arguments, and attributes
Improved developer experience with better error messages and debugging
Breaking change management with complete compatibility testing
Framework compatibility unlocking Laravel 10+, Symfony 6+, and modern ecosystem
Our Migration Methodology
A proven, phased approach that ensures zero-downtime and complete testing.
Analysis & Incremental Refactoring
We audit your application for PHP 8 compatibility issues using static analysis tools and manual code review, then refactor code in small, tested batches: updating deprecated functions, adding type hints, migrating to attributes. Continuous integration validates each batch.
Test Coverage Enhancement
Before changing any code, we ensure complete test coverage, adding characterisation tests where needed to lock in existing behaviour and validate migration safety.
Performance Tuning
Once migrated, we optimise for PHP 8 features like JIT compilation, preloading, and improved opcache to maximise performance gains and deliver measurable improvements.
Analysis & Incremental Refactoring
We audit your application for PHP 8 compatibility issues using static analysis tools and manual code review, then refactor code in small, tested batches: updating deprecated functions, adding type hints, migrating to attributes. Continuous integration validates each batch.
Test Coverage Enhancement
Before changing any code, we ensure complete test coverage, adding characterisation tests where needed to lock in existing behaviour and validate migration safety.
Performance Tuning
Once migrated, we optimise for PHP 8 features like JIT compilation, preloading, and improved opcache to maximise performance gains and deliver measurable improvements.
Migration Benefits
The business case for upgrading to modern PHP.
Security Compliance
Critical
Stay compliant with security requirements by running supported PHP versions with active security patching.
Performance Boost
Measurable gains
JIT compilation and engine optimisations deliver measurable performance improvements without code changes.
Lower Maintenance
-35%
Modern type systems and better tooling reduce bugs and make refactoring safer, lowering long-term maintenance costs.
Future-Ready
Future
Position your codebase for PHP 8.4+ features and ensure compatibility with modern frameworks and libraries.
Security Compliance
Critical
Stay compliant with security requirements by running supported PHP versions with active security patching.
Performance Boost
Measurable gains
JIT compilation and engine optimisations deliver measurable performance improvements without code changes.
Lower Maintenance
-35%
Modern type systems and better tooling reduce bugs and make refactoring safer, lowering long-term maintenance costs.
Future-Ready
Future
Position your codebase for PHP 8.4+ features and ensure compatibility with modern frameworks and libraries.
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Transform unmaintainable legacy code into a clean, modern codebase that your team can confidently build upon.