Hi, I'm Mike Wall
I create elegant, robust web applications with PHP and Laravel. From concept to deployment, I build solutions that scale.

About Me
I'm a passionate PHP Laravel developer with over 10+ years of experience building scalable web applications. Specializing in backend development, I craft elegant solutions to complex problems.
PHP & Laravel
Expert in building robust web applications with Laravel framework
Database Design
Proficient in MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB and database architecture
API Development
Creating RESTful and GraphQL APIs for seamless integration
Frontend Integration
Experience with Vue.js, React, and building SPAs with Laravel
DevOps
CI/CD pipeline setup, Docker containerization, AWS deployment
Performance Optimization
Application profiling, caching strategies, and query optimization
My Journey
I began my development career building custom websites for small businesses, which quickly evolved into a deep passion for Laravel and backend development. Since then, I've worked with agencies and tech startups and large businesses to deliver high-quality web applications and services.
My approach combines technical expertise with a focus on business goals. I believe in writing clean, maintainable code that solves real problems and delivers value to users and businesses alike.
Professional Experience
Technical Direct of Marketing and Development and Senior Developer
TJM Promos, Inc.
CEO
BargainTShirtsPlus.com
Rendered Image Studio, Inc.
VP
Global Promotional Product, Inc.
Latest Projects
A selection of my recent work, showcasing both professional and personal projects. Each project represents unique challenges and solutions.

Couch Sessions Ocala
Website for community art appreciation community event that I co-founded.
Couch Sessions Ocala
Couch Sessions Ocala is a annual event in Ocala, FL that my friend Olivia Ortiz and I started to support local artists and musicians in our community. I both designed and built the site for our marketing purposes.

Filament Image Checkbox Group
A custom Filament PHP Form component to display checkbox group options as image-based selectable buttons.
Filament Image Checkbox Group

Size Visualizer Field for FilamentPHP
Filament PHP field for visualizing the size of round objects
Size Visualizer Field for FilamentPHP

Design By McGowan
Service website design and build for a local landscaping company.
Design By McGowan

Patches4Less.com
Recent Blog Posts
Latest insights and thoughts on web development, Laravel, and technology.

Avoiding Duplicate Key Errors in PostgreSQL
