Modernize legacy PHP systems.
We translate unmaintainable PHP monoliths into test-driven TypeScript or modern PHP frameworks. We extract your existing business logic, generate automated test suites, and migrate your codebase with zero regression.
What we
Modernize.
The Starting Point.
What we modernize.
Legacy PHP Versions
PHP 5.6, PHP 7.0 to 7.4, mixed composer and non-composer setups.
Legacy PHP Frameworks
CodeIgniter 2 & 3, Zend Framework 1 & 2, Laminas migrations, CakePHP 2, older Symfony apps.
Custom PHP Monoliths
Legacy include-structures, shared globals, direct SQL, mixed view and controller logic.
Surrounding Runtime
Cron jobs, queues, background workers, webhooks, and integration scripts affecting the module.
The Target State.
We agree on a target stack before work starts. Our default target is a modern TypeScript backend, but we also support modern PHP targets when that fits the team.
TypeScript Backend
NestJS or similar Node frameworks, type-safe domain layer, modern dependency management, clean module boundaries.
Modern PHP Target
PHP 8.2 or 8.3, Laravel current version or LTS, modern composer setup, PSR-aligned structure.
Infrastructure Alignment
Docker-ready local dev, CI checks, basic static analysis, deployment notes for your hosting model.
The 5-Step Pipeline.
Context extraction
We isolate a specific module within your monolith and analyze its dependencies. We map entry points, routes, database tables, and integrations relevant to that module.
Behavior locking with tests
Before translation, we add automated tests around the critical flows. These tests define the expected inputs and outputs and protect the behavior during change.
Translation into the target stack
We translate the module into the agreed target stack and restructure it for maintainability. We replace outdated patterns and remove dead code where safe.
Validation against the locked behavior
The translated module is executed against the test suite. We iterate until tests pass and quality gates are green.
Automated Quality Gates & PR Delivery
We deliver a pull request with clear commits and notes. Static checks, formatting, and basic security scanning are part of the pipeline.
Engineering
Velocity &
Parity.
Zero Regression
Mathematical parity between the old and new system. No broken edge cases.
Zero Feature Freeze
Your engineering team continues building new features while we migrate the legacy core in parallel.
Future-Proof Stack
You receive a clean, type-safe TypeScript codebase that is maintainable, scalable, and ready for modern development cycles.
Automated Test Coverage
A comprehensive, automated test suite for a previously undocumented system, ensuring stability for all future deployments.
Concrete
Deliverables.
01. PRs
A reviewable pull request for the migrated module.
02. Tests
Automated tests for the critical flows of that module.
03. Reports
Scope, risk areas, remaining work, and next recommendations.
04. Setup
Setup notes: how to run tests and build locally.
Engagement Options
We usually start with an initial module and then scale into a program of consecutive modules.
Each step produces code, tests, and a next step plan, so progress stays visible and controllable.
Request a
Plan.
Zero financial risk. Strict NDA compliance.
Let's discuss your legacy architecture.
Technical
FAQ.
How do you actually guarantee zero regression?
Through mathematical parity. The newly generated TypeScript code is run against the tests. The pipeline iteratively refines the code until it achieves a 100% pass rate. The old input must guarantee the exact same output.
Is our proprietary business logic and IP safe?
Yes. We operate under strict NDAs and work exclusively on isolated clones of your repositories. We analyze your isolated PHP repository to understand behavior purely for your migration. Your codebase is never used to train public models.
Are you just feeding our codebase into an LLM?
No. Blind translation misses critical edge cases. Instead, we use AI-orchestrated reverse engineering to extract the exact business logic. Before writing a single line of new code, we generate an exhaustive suite of automated tests based on the legacy system.
How is the final code reviewed and approved?
We use strict automated Quality Gates and AI peer review to ensure a flawless translation. However, your team retains total control. We deliver the migrated module as a clean Pull Request, leaving the final review and merge decision entirely to your engineering leads.