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Articles, reference guides and multi-part series on API design, architecture, PHP and the work around them. All of it free, none of it behind an email form.

Dec 20228 min read
PHP & Laravel

Eloquent API Calls

Discover advanced techniques for API integration in Laravel, focusing on configuring GitHub API calls, utilizing Enums, and creating efficient client resources.

Nov 20227 min read
PHP & Laravel

Creating a Password Generator

Explore creating a memorable yet secure password generator with Laravel, focusing on framework-agnostic implementation and customization options.

Nov 20227 min read
PHP & Laravel

Fun with Refactoring

Master the art of Laravel refactoring with Laravel Shift Blueprint, optimizing code for improved performance and management in a real-world Laravel project.

Nov 202227 min read
PHP & Laravel

Your first Laravel 9 Application

If you have never built a Laravel application, let me take a walk-through with you from scratch - with no perceived knowledge. Follow along to learn Laravel.

Nov 20226 min read
PHP & Laravel

Valid validators validating data

Explore Laravel data validation methods, from form requests to centralizing rules with validators and Eloquent Models for cleaner, efficient code.

Nov 20223 min read
PHP & Laravel

Composition over inheritance in final classes

Learn how to integrate final PHP classes using composition over inheritance in your apps.

Nov 20227 min read
PHP & Laravel

Reaching for Facades

Demystify Laravel Facades and harness them for clear, efficient code and Laravel's unique features.

Oct 202211 min read
PHP & Laravel

Modern PHP features explained - PHP 8.0 and 8.1

Explore PHP 8.0 and 8.1 features including constructor promotion, union types, and match expressions.

Oct 20227 min read
API Design

Automating your OpenAPI Documentation

Learn to automate API documentation in Laravel with a design-first approach using OpenAPI, Scribe, and efficient pagination in this practical tutorial.

Oct 202211 min read
PHP & Laravel

Learn how to upload files in Laravel like a Pro

Learn expert Laravel file uploads; validate, store, and optimize with UploadService and Livewire integration.

Oct 20224 min read
PHP & Laravel

Building a slide-over panel component with Livewire

Learn to build a versatile slide-over component in Laravel Livewire for TALL Stack applications, enhancing UI with a simple, reusable solution.

Sept 202210 min read
PHP & Laravel

Writing to the Database with Eloquent

Learn methods of writing to the database using Laravel's Eloquent ORM for effective database interactions.