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Approach

How I work

My approach to web development is based on existing systems and concrete needs. The work is not about rebuilding everything, but about understanding the system, improving it where it makes sense, and extending it with respect for code and architecture.

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Analysis

Good analysis starts with gaining clarity before making changes. I begin by reviewing the existing solution to understand how the system is structured, where complexity lies, and which constraints already exist.

This includes code, architecture, performance, and earlier technical decisions. The goal is to make informed decisions and avoid unnecessary rewrites, building on a solid foundation.

People meeting and project planning

Optimization

The optimization work focuses on strengthening the existing technical foundation. This may involve speed, stability, code structure, or how the system is maintained and operated.

The emphasis is on targeted improvements rather than rewrite-heavy changes. Small, thoughtful adjustments often deliver significant practical and technical benefits.

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Development

Development is about building on what already works. New functionality is implemented within the existing system, keeping the solution coherent and maintainable over time.

This can include backend logic, integrations, APIs, or extensions to CMS- or framework-based solutions. The aim is stable, long-term development rather than quick fixes.

Core tools

I keep the toolset practical and close to the work: code, version control, deployment, integrations, and diagnostics.
  • PhpStorm. Primary development environment for PHP, Laravel, WordPress, frontend code, and refactoring.
  • GitHub. Version control, issue tracking, review, and a clear history of technical changes.
  • Cloudflare. DNS, caching, security, CDN delivery, and performance-related configuration.
  • Postman. Testing and debugging APIs, webhooks, and external integrations.
  • Composer and npm. Dependency management and build tooling for PHP and frontend projects.
  • DataGrip. Database inspection, queries, cleanup, and debugging across common SQL systems.