I speak to help teams make better technical decisions, improve API and Laravel practices, and build stronger learning cultures inside engineering organizations. Sessions are practical, example-driven, and focused on what teams can apply immediately.
❯ Talks & Workshops
Artisanal API Platforms: Crafting Developer-First Experiences
conferenceBuilding High-Performance APIs with Laravel's Built-in Tools
meetupScaling APIs in Laravel: Performance & Architecture Patterns
meetupComposable Architecture in Laravel: Building Maintainable Applications
conferenceThe 10 REST Commandments: Principles for Better API Design
conferenceFrom Artisan to Expert: Advanced Laravel Techniques
meetupIntegrating Third-Party Services: Laravel Best Practices
meetupBuilding & Testing Robust APIs in Laravel
meetupLaravel API Fundamentals: Design, Build, Deploy
meetupPHP Package Development: From Concept to Distribution
meetupAutomating Code Quality: Tools & Workflows for Cleaner Code
meetup❯ Podcasts & Panels
PHP Alive And Kicking: Episode 7 – Steve McDougall
A lively episode profiling Steve McDougall—from bored sysadmin to PHP developer—covering DIY projects born from necessity.
→ ListenLet's talk APIs w/ Steve McDougall
Steve McDougall (aka JustSteveKing) is known as the 'API guy' on Twitter. In today's episode we start with the question, 'what if the best option is just a single page app with a good, RESTful API?'
→ ListenAnalytics for your API, with Steve McDougall from Treblle
Phil and Mike sit down for a chat with Steve MacDougall, who has just recently started working in Developer Relations at Treblle, a past sponsor of APIs You Won't Hate.
→ ListenWith Steve McDougall. Streaming, Learning Laravel and PHP + Much More!
A conversation with Steve McDougall about streaming development, learning PHP and Laravel, and his contributions to the developer community.
→ ListenPHP Frameworks, API's and more - With Steve McDougall
A conversation with Steve McDougall about PHP frameworks, APIs, and his contributions to the Laravel community.
→ ListenInterview with Steve McDougall
In this episide, Cal and Steve chat about Steve's journey into development, and what he is doing in the PHP community right now.
→ Listen❯ Want to invite me to your event?
I am open to speaking opportunities at conferences, meetups, podcasts, and internal team events. Typical topics include:
- → API Design, Governance, and Delivery
- → Laravel Architecture and Team Practices
- → Developer Education Systems and Team Enablement
- → Software Architecture for Sustainable Growth