CodeIgniter & PHP Development — New Projects & Legacy Upgrades
We build and maintain CodeIgniter applications — new CI4 projects, legacy CI2/CI3 upgrades, REST APIs, and migrations to Laravel. Practical PHP expertise without unnecessary complexity.
CodeIgniter & PHP Projects We Handle
From new CI4 builds to rescue missions on abandoned PHP codebases — we cover the full range.
New CodeIgniter 4 Projects
Modern CI4 applications using PHP 8.x — MVC architecture, proper namespacing, and ORM-based database layer.
Legacy CI2 / CI3 Upgrades
Upgrade from CodeIgniter 2 or 3 to CI4 — with full compatibility audit, refactoring, and testing.
REST API Development
Clean REST APIs on CodeIgniter — authentication, rate limiting, versioning, and documentation.
Admin Panels & Dashboards
Role-based admin interfaces, data tables, reporting, and business dashboards on CodeIgniter 4.
Database Optimization
Query audits, index design, caching layers, and CI query builder optimisation for slow legacy apps.
CodeIgniter to Laravel Migration
Structured migration from CI to Laravel — preserving business logic while modernising architecture.
Third-party Integrations
Payment gateways, SMS/email APIs, CRM connections, and OAuth integrations for CodeIgniter apps.
Bug Fixing & Maintenance
Take over unmaintained CodeIgniter projects — fix bugs, remove deprecated code, and document the system.
Technologies We Work With
PHP Developers Who Understand Legacy Systems
Most agencies avoid legacy PHP projects. We take them on — because we know how to read undocumented code, identify what is safe to change, and deliver improvements without breaking what already works.
- Codebase audit before any changes
- Documented findings — no surprises mid-project
- Backwards-compatible upgrades where possible
- Test coverage added during legacy work
- Clear migration path if Laravel is the right move
- Handover documentation on every project
Typical Project Examples
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I upgrade to CodeIgniter 4 or migrate to Laravel?
If your codebase is in good shape and your team knows CI, upgrading to CI4 is faster and lower risk. If the codebase is a mess, the team has changed, or you need ecosystem features Laravel provides, migration makes more sense. We help you make this call honestly.
Can you take over a CodeIgniter project that was abandoned?
Yes — we audit the codebase, document what exists, fix critical bugs, and bring it to a maintainable state. This is a common engagement for us.
How long does a CodeIgniter to Laravel migration take?
It depends on codebase size. A 10–20 page application takes 4–8 weeks. Larger systems with complex business logic can take 3–6 months. We typically migrate in phases — not one big-bang cutover.
Do you work with PHP 5/7 legacy applications?
Yes — we handle PHP 5.6, 7.x, and 8.x. We audit for compatibility, update deprecated functions, and move you to a supported PHP version.
Can you add new features to our existing CodeIgniter app?
Yes — we can add new modules, integrations, and UI features to an existing CI2, CI3, or CI4 application without requiring a full rewrite.
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