years of experience in custom software development and modernization
14+
For more than a decade, we've helped companies refine their software ecosystems, streamline development, and modernize critical applications through thoughtful, evidence-driven PHP expertise.
Why Choose Emerline as an PHP Consulting Company
Choosing the right PHP consulting company means partnering with a firm that understands architecture, modernization, and the long-term health of your software. At Emerline, we combine engineering depth, consulting discipline, and AI-enhanced delivery to help you build reliable, future-ready PHP solutions with measurable impact.
14+
years of proven software excellence
800+
skilled experts
400+
successful full-cycle projects
80%
of customers turn to us by recommendation
Full-cycle software development services
We cover the entire lifecycle, ensuring your PHP ecosystem evolves smoothly, from discovery to delivery, support, and continuous improvement.
A proven framework for consulting in software development & modernization
Our methodology provides clarity from day one: rigorous analysis, structured roadmaps, risk-aware recommendations, and predictable execution.
AI-driven engineering that delivers
We integrate AI into testing, refactoring, documentation, and QA to reduce delivery time, minimize errors, and elevate overall software quality.
Deep PHP expertise across industries
We’ve modernized and optimized PHP systems for SaaS, eCommerce, travel, EdTech, healthcare, enterprise learning platforms, and more.
Architecture-first approach
Every recommendation is grounded in architectural integrity, ensuring long-term sustainability, maintainability, and growth without costly rework.
Transparent collaboration & measurable KPIs
We work openly with your team, set clear success metrics, and track performance improvements, from faster response times to reduced maintenance costs.
Awards and Recognitions
Industry organizations and global partners have acknowledged Emerline’s expertise and commitment to quality. These recognitions underscore our ongoing commitment to delivering dependable, effective, and forward-thinking technology solutions.
80 awards
Top Mobile App Development Firm 2025
Software Outsourcing Journal 2024
Top AI Company 2025
Best Software Development Company in Miami 2025
Top Magento Company 2025
Best E-Commerce Developers 2025
Top E-Commerce App Development Firms 2025
Top Software Development Company 2025
Top Software Development Company for Startups 2025
Top-Notch E-Commerce Development Services 2025
Top Software Developers 2025
Top Rated Agency 2024
Top Mobile App Development in Miami
Top Software Development in Miami
TOP Web Development Companies 2024
TOP Software Development Company in 2024
TOP E-commerce Development Company in 2024
TOP Software Developers in 2024
TOP Mobile app developers in 2024
TOP E-Commerce Development Services 2024
Clutch. Global Spring 2024
Top E-Commerce Developers 2024
Top Magento Company 2024
Top Software Developers 2024
Top Staff Augmentation Company 2024
Top E-Commerce Development Company 2024
Best E-commerce App Development Companies 2024
Top Software Development Companies in Miami 2024
Top Rated Mobile Development Company 2024
Top E-Commerce Development Companies 2024
Your PHP Consulting Company for Measurable Results
With hundreds of delivered projects, certified engineers, and consistently high client satisfaction scores, we bring measurable performance and dependable expertise to every PHP initiative.
400
+
successfully completed projects
25 Reviews on Clutch
9
offices worldwide
800
+
experienced full-time employees
Our offices
Florida, USA
Miami - Headquarters
Poland
Wrocław
Lithuania
Vilnius
Germany
Heidelberg
Smarter PHP Consulting Powered by Practical AI
AI is our practical accelerator in boosting engineering efficiency, modernizing legacy systems more quickly, improving code quality, and supporting teams with cleaner documentation, more rigorous testing, and more predictable delivery outcomes.
Automated testing
Generate unit, UI, and API tests up to 50% faster. AI helps expand coverage, reduce manual effort, and ensure stable releases across complex PHP ecosystems.
Smart refactoring
Modernize legacy PHP code and APIs with AI that identifies dead code, proposes safer structures, and speeds up migration to modern frameworks and standards.
UI upgrades
Migrate legacy templates to a modern, component-based system for better maintainability and reuse, with AI assisting in pattern detection and layout consistency.
Auto docs and release notes
Generate Swagger documents and changelogs instantly using AI that analyzes commit history, API structures, and code updates to produce clear and accurate documentation.
Optimized QA
Improve test design and legacy test migration by 25–300% with AI-suggested cases, scenario mapping, and automated error detection across PHP applications.
Who Benefits from Our PHP Consulting Expertise
Whether you're designing something new, refining an existing system, or planning large-scale modernization, our PHP consulting services adapt to your goals, constraints, and industry realities.
Startups & innovators
Bringing a new product to life comes with uncertainty for technology choices, architecture decisions, compliance demands, and delivery risks. We help founders and early-stage teams translate ideas into dependable, well-structured PHP solutions backed by precise requirements, thoughtful architecture, and the right tools from day one.
Enterprises & growing companies
For organizations running complex or aging systems, we uncover bottlenecks, eliminate technical debt, and prepare platforms for long-term evolution. Our experts assess your current landscape, optimize architecture, recommend modernization paths, and ensure every update aligns with regulatory and operational requirements.
Success Stories Powered by Expert PHP Consulting
Modernizing a custom survey platform
- Challenge
An extensive, highly configurable survey system built on monolithic architecture was slowing down due to technical debt, outdated PHP versions, and rising security risks. The client needed a clear modernization strategy.
- Our approach
We conducted a comprehensive architectural assessment, mapped dependencies, identified high-risk areas, and developed a phased modernization roadmap that aligns with current PHP standards and long-term scalability needs.
- Our role
We executed the modernization, upgrading the platform to PHP 8.3, refactoring legacy code into modular components, updating templates, enhancing APIs, and introducing AI-assisted test generation for better quality.
- Outcome
The platform was modernized with zero downtime, delivering substantial performance gains, a more secure and future-ready architecture, and reduced maintenance efforts. These advancements enabled the product to move toward faster feature development and smoother integrations, details of which can be explored in the full case study.
Modernizing a global enterprise learning platform
- Challenge
A global learning platform relied on legacy components and needed expert evaluation and modernization without disrupting thousands of active users.
- Our approach
We analyzed the entire backend, identified outdated elements and performance issues, and recommended a modernization roadmap that balanced upgrades and platform stability.
- Our role
We upgraded the system from Symfony 2 to Symfony 6, refactored key modules, managed deployments, resolved critical issues, and collaborated across teams to maintain smooth daily operations.
- Outcome
Improved performance, cleaner architecture, reliable releases across environments, and higher user satisfaction thanks to stable, modernized core components.
Enhancing a high-volume travel & activities platform
- Challenge
A global travel provider managing millions of bookings needed help optimizing performance, strengthening integrations, and supporting continued growth.
- Our approach
We evaluated core systems, reviewed booking workflows, and created a roadmap to improve scalability, API communication, and microservice interactions.
- Our role
We delivered continuous feature enhancements, built new booking and ticketing functionality, improved third-party integrations, optimized performance using profiling tools, and upgraded parts of the system to PHP 8.4.
- Outcome
Faster booking flows, improved platform resilience, expanded test coverage, and a more maintainable system ready to support high traffic and future expansion.
PHP Consulting Services for Efficient and Scalable Software
Our PHP consulting services help you make strategic, future-proof technical decisions. We assess your systems, refine your roadmap, and equip your team to build with confidence.
Application modernization consulting
We evaluate your legacy systems, uncover bottlenecks, and define a modernization path that improves performance, maintainability, and long-term scalability without disrupting existing operations.
Custom development consulting
Emerline helps you validate ideas, shape architecture, choose the right technologies, and design a delivery strategy that reduces risk and accelerates development.
Application reengineering consulting
We reengineer outdated, fragile solutions into efficient, modular systems built on modern PHP standards, resulting in higher reliability, easier maintenance, and systems ready to evolve with your business.
Data migration and database optimization consulting
We ensure smooth data migrations between platforms and fine-tune database performance. From schema restructuring to query optimization, we help you improve speed, security, and operational stability.
Our Tech Stack
We rely on a robust and up-to-date PHP technology stack that helps us build, modernize, and optimize solutions across a wide range of business needs.
PHP Frameworks & Ecosystem
Laravel (Octane)
Symfony
FrankenPHP/OpenSwoole/RoadRunner
Yii
Laminas/Zend
Application Architecture
Microservices & Modular Monoliths
Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
Event-Driven DesignEvent
Async PHP Runtimes
REST & GraphQL APIs
High-availability & load balancing strategies
Databases & Caching
MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB
Redis, MongoDB, Memcached
Elasticsearch, OpenSearch
Eloquent (Laravel), Doctrine (Symfony)
Frontend Integration
Vue.js, React.js, Angular
Laravel Blade, Twig
Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap
DevOps & Deployment
CI/CD: GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins
Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
Web servers: Nginx, Apache, Caddy
PHP-FPM & Opcache tuning
Cloud: AWS, Azure, GCP
Hosting: cPanel, Plesk, VPS, dedicated
API & Developer Experience
API Platform (Symfony)
Swagger/OpenAPI docs
Postman collections
API versioning & throttling
Security & Compliance
OWASP best practices
Auth & SSO (OAuth2, SAML, JWT)
GDPR, HIPAA-ready
Secure coding & pen testing
Quality & Methodologies
Agile & DevOps
PHP test automation
ISO 9001 & 27001
Code quality tools (PHPStan, Psalm)
Emerline is an important part of our strategic team!
Emerline has been our technology partner since late 2012. In the early years I thought that would be a short-term gap fill until I could afford to hire my own technical team in the US. But they have consistently met the demands of our growing company and helped us build what we believe is the industry's best solution option. Emerline provides high quality work, so much so that our platform's reliability and accuracy has been mentioned by our largest customer's internal vendor survey repeatedly. The individuals we work with aren't just contractors, they are an important part of our strategic Team and we enjoy working with them every day!
Emerline is an important part of our strategic team!
Emerline has been our technology partner since late 2012. In the early years I thought that would be a short-term gap fill until I could afford to hire my own technical team in the US. But they have consistently met the demands of our growing company and helped us build what we believe is the industry's best solution option. Emerline provides high quality work, so much so that our platform's reliability and accuracy has been mentioned by our largest customer's internal vendor survey repeatedly. The individuals we work with aren't just contractors, they are an important part of our strategic Team and we enjoy working with them every day!
President/CEO, CPG Data
USA
President/CEO, CPG Data
USA
Emerline has been the best development partner we’ve ever worked with!
Emerline has been the best development partner we’ve ever worked with. The team is very responsive and the quality is very high. They are always willing to do whatever is necessary to support development and customer support efforts. I would recommend them to anyone.
Emerline has been the best development partner we’ve ever worked with!
Emerline has been the best development partner we’ve ever worked with. The team is very responsive and the quality is very high. They are always willing to do whatever is necessary to support development and customer support efforts. I would recommend them to anyone.
CEO, Praxie
USA
CEO, Praxie
USA
We recommend Emerline as a trusted technology partner
We can confidently say that Emerline fully met our expectations, starting with providing high-quality advice on technologies that would improve our solution and continuing with their fast, high-quality implementation. Emerline has strong communication processes in place that kept us apprised of the project's stage and allowed us to discuss any issues on the go. The team was professional and promptly made adjustments when asked. We recommend Emerline as a trusted technology partner for developing telemedicine solutions and would choose to work with Emerline again regarding new projects.
We recommend Emerline as a trusted technology partner
We can confidently say that Emerline fully met our expectations, starting with providing high-quality advice on technologies that would improve our solution and continuing with their fast, high-quality implementation. Emerline has strong communication processes in place that kept us apprised of the project's stage and allowed us to discuss any issues on the go. The team was professional and promptly made adjustments when asked. We recommend Emerline as a trusted technology partner for developing telemedicine solutions and would choose to work with Emerline again regarding new projects.
Founder, Hello Ralphie
USA
Founder, Hello Ralphie
USA
We are very pleased and content with our relationship with Emerline
We are very pleased and content with our relationship with Emerline. We rely on their team for full-stack development of our platform. We respect the high technical caliber and dedication of the team assigned to our project. Emerline provided us with the scaling we needed to grow development capabilities from early-stage POC to now a globally deployed platform in the HR Teach space.
We are very pleased and content with our relationship with Emerline
We are very pleased and content with our relationship with Emerline. We rely on their team for full-stack development of our platform. We respect the high technical caliber and dedication of the team assigned to our project. Emerline provided us with the scaling we needed to grow development capabilities from early-stage POC to now a globally deployed platform in the HR Teach space.
CEO, Espresa
USA
CEO, Espresa
USA
We highly recommend Emerline as a technology partner
The Emerline team involved in the completion of our projects demonstrated a high level of responsiveness and support by solving issues and answering questions ASAP. They were diligent and proactively addressed the challenges that arose during the development process. Our cooperation ran smoothly and professionally, and Emerline quickly provided direct and correct advice when necessary. We highly recommend Emerline as a technology partner for large and complicated development projects that also delivers continuous cooperation with the provider on new projects.
We highly recommend Emerline as a technology partner
The Emerline team involved in the completion of our projects demonstrated a high level of responsiveness and support by solving issues and answering questions ASAP. They were diligent and proactively addressed the challenges that arose during the development process. Our cooperation ran smoothly and professionally, and Emerline quickly provided direct and correct advice when necessary. We highly recommend Emerline as a technology partner for large and complicated development projects that also delivers continuous cooperation with the provider on new projects.
VP Global IT, FUCHS Group
Germany
VP Global IT, FUCHS Group
Germany
Emerline helped us build an MVP into a full-fledged production platform — in 14 months
Emerline worked closely with us to take the best ideas from our MVP and integrate them with transactional capabilities for digital payments, workflow for job management, and funds transfers for cash advances. Our platform was built to service the roofing industry getting contractors paid faster so they can focus on growing their businesses and servicing their customers.
Emerline helped us build an MVP into a full-fledged production platform — in 14 months
Emerline worked closely with us to take the best ideas from our MVP and integrate them with transactional capabilities for digital payments, workflow for job management, and funds transfers for cash advances. Our platform was built to service the roofing industry getting contractors paid faster so they can focus on growing their businesses and servicing their customers.
Founder and CEO, SquareDash
USA
Founder and CEO, SquareDash
USA
They proved themselves reliable technology partners
Throughout our cooperation with Emerline, they proved themselves reliable technology partners. That’s why we trusted them with our new project — website migration to AEM and revamping our brand’s product catalog that we use across multiple websites — without any hesitation. The team always stayed in touch, providing regular feedback and progress updates. The cooperation was smooth, and the work on the project was completed in due time. They provided an efficient solution that allowed us to reduce infrastructure costs; with it, we didn’t have to depend on third-party vendors. Thanks, Emerline! We will definitely continue working with you.
They proved themselves reliable technology partners
Throughout our cooperation with Emerline, they proved themselves reliable technology partners. That’s why we trusted them with our new project — website migration to AEM and revamping our brand’s product catalog that we use across multiple websites — without any hesitation. The team always stayed in touch, providing regular feedback and progress updates. The cooperation was smooth, and the work on the project was completed in due time. They provided an efficient solution that allowed us to reduce infrastructure costs; with it, we didn’t have to depend on third-party vendors. Thanks, Emerline! We will definitely continue working with you.
IT Director
USA
IT Director
USA
Emerline exceeded expectations!
Redesigning our website wasn’t just about updating our look — it was about building a stronger front door for the world to experience Miami’s economic story. As the official EDO for Miami-Dade, we knew the stakes were high.
Emerline exceeded expectations. They were consistently organized, forward-thinking, and committed. In less than six months, we had a completely new platform — faster, smarter, and built to grow with us. We’re proud of what we built together!
Emerline exceeded expectations!
Redesigning our website wasn’t just about updating our look — it was about building a stronger front door for the world to experience Miami’s economic story. As the official EDO for Miami-Dade, we knew the stakes were high.
Emerline exceeded expectations. They were consistently organized, forward-thinking, and committed. In less than six months, we had a completely new platform — faster, smarter, and built to grow with us. We’re proud of what we built together!
President & CEO, Miami-Dade Beacon Council
USA
President & CEO, Miami-Dade Beacon Council
USA
The team gladly brought their expertise and delivered us a perfect solution to meet our customers’ business needs.
The Emerline team wasn’t scared of any challenges and managed to design a solution to cater to any analytical or supply chain tasks. Their enthusiasm and process transparency ensured seamless communication and prompt reaction to any adjustment or focus shift from our side. Their experience and dedication allowed them to provide the solution really fast. We highly recommend choosing Emerline as a development partner if you need a high-end solution for your business.
The team gladly brought their expertise and delivered us a perfect solution to meet our customers’ business needs.
The Emerline team wasn’t scared of any challenges and managed to design a solution to cater to any analytical or supply chain tasks. Their enthusiasm and process transparency ensured seamless communication and prompt reaction to any adjustment or focus shift from our side. Their experience and dedication allowed them to provide the solution really fast. We highly recommend choosing Emerline as a development partner if you need a high-end solution for your business.
Founder & CEO, Kontango
USA
Founder & CEO, Kontango
USA
Emerline demonstrated a deep understanding of the client's vision
Emerline demonstrated a deep understanding of the client's vision, delivering a functional MVP on time and within budget. The team was highly responsive to the client's needs and maintained clear communication throughout. Above all, their exceptional project management skills stood out.
Emerline demonstrated a deep understanding of the client's vision
Emerline demonstrated a deep understanding of the client's vision, delivering a functional MVP on time and within budget. The team was highly responsive to the client's needs and maintained clear communication throughout. Above all, their exceptional project management skills stood out.
CEO, Founder of Tribela GmbH
Germany
CEO, Founder of Tribela GmbH
Germany
The level of skill and quality of the developers is outstanding!
Emerline has been helping the client significantly improve their apps for 1.5 years. Their efforts have resulted in positive feedback from users and stakeholders. Moreover, the vendor impresses the client with their skills, flexibility, excellent project management, and effective communication.
The level of skill and quality of the developers is outstanding!
Emerline has been helping the client significantly improve their apps for 1.5 years. Their efforts have resulted in positive feedback from users and stakeholders. Moreover, the vendor impresses the client with their skills, flexibility, excellent project management, and effective communication.
Director, RedWrasse Ltd.
UK
Director, RedWrasse Ltd.
UK
Impressed with transparency, proactiveness, and customer-oriented processes
Emerline helped the client deploy the mobile app on the app store. Their team impressed the client with their transparency, proactiveness, and customer-oriented processes. They informed the client about any issues and addressed them swiftly, positively affecting the product quality and work speed.
Impressed with transparency, proactiveness, and customer-oriented processes
Emerline helped the client deploy the mobile app on the app store. Their team impressed the client with their transparency, proactiveness, and customer-oriented processes. They informed the client about any issues and addressed them swiftly, positively affecting the product quality and work speed.
CEO & Founder, Visible
Switzerland
CEO & Founder, Visible
Switzerland
My experience with Emerline has been great
The team was hired to design and develop the Echospectra mobile and web applications, as well as to integrate them with a variety of cloud services. A critical requirement was to rapidly develop the apps in an agile manner, quickly implementing important stakeholder and user feedback as it came along, and fixing any outstanding bugs. The team managed to accommodate this kind of agile, change-driven process successfully. Thanks to their rapid development approach, we've been able to build the initial app versions and then continuously iterate on them to refine our product offering and make sure it meets and exceeds customer expectations. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable partner who delivers on time and on budget.
My experience with Emerline has been great
The team was hired to design and develop the Echospectra mobile and web applications, as well as to integrate them with a variety of cloud services. A critical requirement was to rapidly develop the apps in an agile manner, quickly implementing important stakeholder and user feedback as it came along, and fixing any outstanding bugs. The team managed to accommodate this kind of agile, change-driven process successfully. Thanks to their rapid development approach, we've been able to build the initial app versions and then continuously iterate on them to refine our product offering and make sure it meets and exceeds customer expectations. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable partner who delivers on time and on budget.
CEO, Echospectra
USA
CEO, Echospectra
USA
We recommend Emerline as a reliable and skilled tech partner
Collaboration with Emerline was one of our best decisions! Their team quickly understood both the technical requirements and the industry-specific challenges we were trying to solve. We needed a secure, flexible platform that could support data-driven formulation across different industries, and Emerline delivered exactly that. Their team approached the task with professionalism, understood our goals, and built a solution that met both technical and user-facing needs.The result is a working platform that reduces manual work, speeds up R&D, and supports faster, smarter formulation processes across various industries. From day one, communication was smooth, timelines were clear, and we felt fully supported throughout the project. We highly recommend Emerline as a tech partner for your future initiatives.
We recommend Emerline as a reliable and skilled tech partner
Collaboration with Emerline was one of our best decisions! Their team quickly understood both the technical requirements and the industry-specific challenges we were trying to solve. We needed a secure, flexible platform that could support data-driven formulation across different industries, and Emerline delivered exactly that. Their team approached the task with professionalism, understood our goals, and built a solution that met both technical and user-facing needs.The result is a working platform that reduces manual work, speeds up R&D, and supports faster, smarter formulation processes across various industries. From day one, communication was smooth, timelines were clear, and we felt fully supported throughout the project. We highly recommend Emerline as a tech partner for your future initiatives.
FastFormulator Key Partner and Project Leader
USA
FastFormulator Key Partner and Project Leader
USA
They were very successful in listening to what we needed
They were very successful in listening to what we needed, making the appropriate suggestions, and pointing us in the right direction. They helped move our software from an awkward and crashy program to one that we depend on everyday. We couldn't do what we do without it.
They were very successful in listening to what we needed
They were very successful in listening to what we needed, making the appropriate suggestions, and pointing us in the right direction. They helped move our software from an awkward and crashy program to one that we depend on everyday. We couldn't do what we do without it.
Business Director, 3QC, Inc.
USA
Business Director, 3QC, Inc.
USA