Key Responsibilities
- Backend Architecture: Structuring applications using the MVC (Model-View-Controller) pattern for clean, maintainable code.
- Database Management: Managing schemas and performing migrations, heavily relying on Eloquent ORM to streamline complex database queries.
- API Development: Building RESTful APIs to connect web applications with mobile platforms or external software (e.g., AWS, Stripe).
- Task Automation: Utilizing the Artisan CLI to automate repetitive chores like code generation, unit testing, and queue management.
Essential Skills & Tech Stack
- Core Languages: Advanced PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Framework Ecosystem: Laravel, along with its frontend companions like Blade, Livewire, or Inertia.js (often paired with Vue.js or React).
- Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, and basic database query optimization.
- Tools: Git/Version Control, CI/CD pipelines, and AWS/Cloud hosting.