PHP Development Services
Our PHP development company builds websites and applications that match your company’s industry, size, and long-term goals. With our technical expertise, we create solutions that run smoothly today and are ready to grow with your business.
Key benefits of PHP development
- Open-source and cost-effective – no licensing fees and a rich ecosystem of free libraries and tools.
- Large and active community – continuous improvements, extensive documentation, and global developer support.
- Rapid development capabilities – mature frameworks like Drupal, Laravel, and Symfony accelerate delivery.
- Easy integration – works smoothly with databases, APIs, and third-party services.
- Platform independence – runs across various operating systems and server environments.
- Scalable and flexible – supports both lightweight websites and complex enterprise web apps.
- Strong ecosystem – thousands of proven packages and extensions ready to implement.
PHP’s global footprint
- PHP runs on 73.7% of all websites with a detectable server-side language, making it the most widely used technology of its kind today (source: W3Techs, August, 2025)
- There are over 22.4 million live websites currently using PHP, with an additional 63 million that used it historically (source: BuiltWith, August, 2025)
Modern & secure environment
- Nearly 48% of PHP-based sites run PHP 8, and about 42% run PHP 7 – meaning most are based on modern and supported the latest PHP versions (source: W3Techs, August, 2025).
Why we recommend Drupal for most PHP projects
At Droptica, Drupal is our go-to PHP framework for most projects. It's more than just a CMS—it's a powerful development platform that enables us to build secure, scalable, and fully customizable digital experiences.
Why do we choose Drupal so often?
- It's built in PHP and constantly maintained by a vibrant global community.
- It offers a modular, component-based architecture for rapid development.
- It comes with strong content management capabilities out of the box.
- It supports complex integrations, headless use cases, and enterprise-level scaling.
From content-heavy platforms to extensible intranet systems and API-first architectures, Drupal gives us the tools we need to build solutions that last.
Want to explore how we use Drupal to build successful PHP projects? Visit our Drupal Development page to learn more.
Other frameworks we work with
That said, not every PHP project requires Drupal. For some applications, especially those with highly custom backend logic or unique development needs, other frameworks can be a better fit.
When Laravel is the right choice
Laravel is a fast and intuitive framework for developing web applications from scratch. Although it's built on Symfony components, it has its own elegant structure and coding logic. This makes writing code in Laravel quick and enjoyable, allowing us to launch new projects rapidly and deliver early results. The framework is also highly scalable and capable of supporting high-traffic applications—handling hundreds of millions of requests per month.
When Symfony fits best
Symfony is a powerful framework ideal for building large, complex applications. It’s trusted by major open-source platforms such as PrestaShop, Laravel, Drupal, and Yii. Symfony is based on bundles—modular, reusable components—which allow us to build advanced features without having to rebuild entire systems. It’s our go-to solution when precision engineering, structured architecture, and long-term maintainability are required.
Training Realm – a SAAS application
Training Realm is an application that enables users to log their workouts, such as push-ups, squats or pull-ups. The application, available in a SAAS model, requires the users to register and pay a monthly access fee. Thousands of users use the app. We used PHP, namely the Symfony framework, to develop the entire backend of the system.
Better Regulation - a complex project
More than 10,000 man-hours. Database size exceeding 80 GB. This shows the scale of projects that we carry out on the basis of a specific example. The Better Regulation website offers access to a database of formal and legal documents. It is used by many large companies and organisations. For more than three years, we have been supporting our client in achieving success and providing a functional system.
Headless CMS for PZPN
More than 100 match days every weekend. Thousands of data entries flowing through a central system. This reflects the complexity of the solution we created. The Football Connects Us platform, run by the Polish Football Association, serves football fans across all levels—from professional to youth. It is powered by a scalable headless CMS integrated with a national data infrastructure. For several years, we have been supporting PZPN in running this ecosystem smoothly and effectively.
Henry Schein – a scalable B2B marketplace solution
Multiple markets. Multilingual platform. Hundreds of listings managed in one system. This is the scale of the solution we built. Henry Schein, a global healthcare distributor, needed a platform to connect dental professionals with verified sellers of pre-owned medical equipment. We delivered a flexible Drupal-based marketplace with separate roles, smooth navigation, and efficient data handling. We’ve been supporting the client in launching and developing the platform across international markets.
How our expert PHP developers can help you
We will help you go through all the stages of building a PHP website – not only programming but also graphic design, architecture planning, testing, performance optimization, hosting, and post-implementation support.
New PHP projects – from idea to launch
We guide you through all stages of building a PHP website or web app:
- Business needs analysis & architecture planning
- Framework selection for the most efficient development
- Design & UX implementation
- PHP programming and testing
- Hosting setup and post‑launch support
With over 10 years of experience in PHP web development, we ensure your project is robust and future‑proof.
Support and development of existing PHP software
Many clients come to us with existing PHP projects that need better maintenance or further development.
- Initial PHP consulting to analyze the system and spot improvement areas
- Planning new features and optimizations
- Smooth onboarding to maintain and extend code built by other teams
- Automating deployment and testing to safely release updates
We make your system more stable, secure, and easier to maintain without disrupting its current operation.
Our other PHP services
Trusted PHP & Drupal Partner
As a PHP development company trusted by businesses worldwide, we combine technical expertise with certified processes and active open‑source contributions.
Our clients are happy to talk about us
We are super happy. Droptica delivered on its promise and we launched on schedule. They went the extra mile to combat obstacles on quite a few occasions. The app is live. Users are happy. We are thrilled!
Training Realm Team
Insights from a PHP development company
Explore expert articles from our blog that reflect our experience as a PHP web development company. Our team of PHP developers shares practical knowledge, tips, comparisons, and insights on building modern applications using PHP and its leading frameworks - Drupal, Laravel, and Symfony.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Our PHP development services cover the full project lifecycle—from business analysis and system architecture to backend development, frontend design, and post-launch support. We specialize in building scalable solutions using frameworks like Drupal, Symfony, and Laravel, and tailor each service to meet the unique needs of your business.
Yes, Drupal is written in PHP and provides a rich set of tools and modules that streamline PHP development for websites and web applications.
It depends on the type and complexity of your application. For content-rich platforms or enterprise-level websites, we usually recommend Drupal. If the project requires fast iteration and custom backend logic, Laravel or Symfony might be better suited. We'll help you choose the right framework based on your goals.
Absolutely. As a leading PHP development company, we often take over existing projects — modernizing them, improving performance, or migrating them to Drupal for long-term scalability.
Yes. As a part of our PHP development services, we provide long-term support and maintenance services for PHP applications, whether we built them or not. This includes performance optimization, feature development, bug fixing, and security updates.
Drupal combines the flexibility of PHP with ready-made components, robust security, SEO features, and a strong developer community. It allows us to deliver faster and more sustainably.
Yes. Our team specializes in PHP e‑commerce development, creating online stores and custom platforms. We work with frameworks like Drupal Commerce, delivering secure and fully integrated e‑commerce solutions.
