Sydney · Web and software development

A PHP development company in Sydney, Australia that keeps your code clean and current.

PHP quietly runs a huge portion of the web, including many business systems. A PHP development company in Sydney builds, repairs and modernises PHP applications so they stay secure and maintainable.

In-house team Serving Sydney from Perth You own every file

At a glance

  • Modern PHP and Laravel
  • Upgrades from old versions
  • WordPress plugins and themes
  • Tests and code reviews
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In-house teamno outsourcing
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No lock-instay because it helps
AU
Australia-widePerth based

PHP development company in Sydney: what to expect

A PHP development company in Sydney builds custom applications, APIs and integrations using modern PHP and frameworks such as Laravel and Symfony. We also upgrade ageing code, fix security problems and improve performance.

Who it suits

Organisations running older PHP code or planning a new Laravel application.

What you get

A reviewed, tested and upgraded codebase, or a clean new Laravel build.

How we start

A code review that shows what is there and what is safe to change.

Why it helps

Your system keeps trading while it becomes safer, faster and easier to extend.

What we cover

What goes into your build

The pieces that make up the service.

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New builds

Laravel applications with clean structure.

PHP upgrades

Moving from unsupported versions safely.

WordPress work

Custom plugins and theme development.

API work

REST endpoints and integrations that let your apps and partners share data safely.

Rescue

Fixing slow or insecure legacy code.

Reviews

A second opinion on your codebase.

In Sydney

PHP help for Sydney's older systems

Agencies, publishers and retailers in Sydney often inherit PHP systems with little documentation. We read the code, add tests, then upgrade in small steps so live trading keeps going.

Distance is rarely the problem on a Sydney project; an unclear brief is, so we write things down early. A PHP development company in Sydney should be able to explain its changes in plain words.

  • Modern PHP and frameworks
  • Safe upgrades of old systems
  • Tests and documentation included

Common situations

What Sydney clients usually ask us to solve

Old systems still running the business

An ageing PHP system still running the business can be reviewed, upgraded and secured by our team without stopping operations.

New web applications

Laravel provides a solid, well-documented foundation that keeps new web applications secure, tidy and maintainable as they grow.

Portals and integrations

Custom portals and integrations often run on PHP. We build them cleanly, with logging and error handling.

What's included

What comes with this service.

The essentials of the service, plus the standards that come with everything we do. No hidden extras.

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  • Health report: Version, security and performance findings
  • Upgrade path: Safe steps from old to current PHP
  • Test suite: Automated checks guarding future changes
  • Free discovery call: a short chat about your goals before you commit
  • Files you own: every asset and editable source file handed over to you

Is it right for you?

When custom development makes sense

  • You run PHP 7 or older
  • A site is slow or hacked
  • You want a Laravel application
  • A developer left without notes

Compare

Repair or rebuild?

Repair or rebuild?
CompareRepair and upgradeRebuild
DisruptionLowHigher
Best whenStructure is soundFoundations are weak
OutcomeFaster progressFresh start
RiskHidden legacy problemsScope growth

How we work

Our process, step by step

Review

We read and run the code so we know what we are dealing with.

Plan

We agree what to fix first and what can wait.

Add tests

We write safety nets so later changes do not break working features.

Change

We upgrade or build in small, reviewed steps.

Support

We monitor the application and keep it patched after the work is done.

Built around you

Every project is quoted on your needs.

No one-size packages. After a free discovery call, you get a clear, itemised proposal based on what your business actually needs.

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1
Code size

The amount of existing code decides how long reviewing and upgrading will take.

2
PHP version

Starting from a very old version means more careful, staged upgrades.

3
Framework

Laravel, another framework or custom code changes our approach and tooling.

4
Database

Structure and size affect how safely data can be migrated or reshaped.

5
Hosting

Where the application runs influences deployment and upgrade options.

Technology

Tools and technologies we use

Frameworks

LaravelSymfonyCodeIgniterWordPress

Language

PHP 8ComposerPHPUnit

Data

MySQLPostgreSQLRedis

Hosting

AWSLaravel ForgeDockercPanel

Why Kedra Digi

Why Sydney businesses choose Kedra Digi.

One accountable team

Strategy, design, development and marketing together.

A clear proposal first

Itemised deliverables before work starts.

You own everything

Files, code and accounts are handed over.

Kedra Digi is an Australian-owned digital agency based at 5 Murphy Street, O'Connor, Perth. We work with Sydney clients by video, shared files and clear milestones, with in-person sessions arranged when they help.

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Frequently asked questions

Straight answers to the questions we hear most.

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Do you work with Laravel?
Yes, we work with Laravel, among other frameworks, and we choose what suits the project.
Can you upgrade an old PHP site?
Yes. We audit the code, fix compatibility issues and upgrade to a supported PHP version, often in stages.
Do you do WordPress plugins?
Yes, we do WordPress plugins, from small helpers to custom features that fit your business.
Can you take over from another developer?
Yes, we can take over from another developer after a code review, and we document what we find.
Will you document the code?
Yes, we will document the code so another developer can understand and maintain it.
How is it quoted?
We quote from an itemised proposal after a review, so you can see exactly what is included.
Is PHP still a good choice?
Yes. Modern PHP is fast and secure, and Laravel is one of the most popular web frameworks.
Is PHP still a good choice?
Yes. Modern PHP is fast, well supported and widely understood, and it offers a large talent pool, which lowers long-term risk.
Can you upgrade our old PHP version?
Yes. Unsupported versions are a security risk. We test your code, fix deprecated features and migrate in stages with a way back if needed.
Do you write automated tests?
Yes. Tests protect against regressions and make future changes safer, particularly in systems that have grown organically.
Will the system be documented?
Yes. We record architecture, setup and key decisions so another developer can take over without starting from scratch.

Free discovery call

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Tell us what you are working on. We will reply within one business day with honest advice.

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