Contact person: Business Client

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Location: New York City, United States

Budget: Recommended by industry experts

Time to start: As soon as possible

Project description:
"Project Overview:
We are looking for an experienced PHP developer and Laravel specialist to modernize our website/application. The project includes upgrading our Laravel framework, integrating the UPS Shipping API, enhancing the client ordering experience, and improving performance and security.

Key Responsibilities:
UPS API Integration: Implement and optimize the UPS Shipping API for seamless shipping functionality.
Client Ordering System Enhancements: Develop and enhance features for the client ordering system, including admin and front-end improvements.
Laravel Framework Upgrade: Upgrade the existing Laravel application to the latest stable version while ensuring backward compatibility and system stability.
Code Optimization & Troubleshooting: Refactor, debug, and optimize existing code for performance, security, and compatibility across devices and browsers.
AI-Powered Business Recommendations: Develop an AI-driven page to provide printing & signages product suggestions, color combinations, and market insights based on business type.
Collaboration & Planning: Work closely with stakeholders to provide feature recommendations, create a technical roadmap, and plan phased development milestones.


Requirements:
Strong proficiency in PHP and Laravel.
Proven experience upgrading legacy Laravel/PHP applications.
Hands-on experience with UPS Shipping API integration.
Ability to debug, refactor, and optimize existing code.
Knowledge of performance optimization, security best practices, and modern coding standards.

Proposed Project Phases & Milestones:
Phase 1 – Corrections & Feature Enhancements
Duration: 5–8 days
Budget: $400
Deliverables:
Update UPS Shipping API integration
Enhance client ordering features (admin and front-end “My Account”)
Optimize system performance
Conduct full system testing and bug fixes
Milestone Payment: Released upon completion

Phase 2 – Core Development & Integration
Duration: 14 days
Budget: $1,600
Deliverables:
Upgrade full Laravel framework
Implement new admin and front-end layout based on Figma designs
Optimize performance
Full system testing and bug fixes
Security and compatibility checks
Milestone Payment: Released upon completion

Phase 3 – Designer Add-On & Invoice Management
Duration: 12 days
Budget: $1,200
Deliverables:
Conduct full system testing and bug fixes
Update Laravel Invoice Management application
Integrate Designer Application upgrade
Security and compatibility checks
Milestone Payment: Released upon completion

Additional Notes:
Google Sheet will be shared for feature tracking and task management.
AI-driven feature (“AI Button”) will provide business recommendations, color schemes, and design ideas based on the client type." (client-provided description)