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I'm a Laravel / full-stack developer with six years’ experience building SaaS platforms and internal tools. Most of my work has been in the Laravel ecosystem, but I'm quick to pick up whatever stack a project calls for. I care about writing clean, testable code and focus on building solutions that are both practical and maintainable. I keep up with new tech, not just in PHP and Laravel but across the wider software world—especially around AI, which I’ve been exploring as a way to improve workflows and code quality. I also enjoy working on side projects to try out new ideas, experiment with tools, and keep learning.…I'm a Laravel / full-stack developer with six years’ experience building SaaS platforms and internal tools. Most of my work has been in the Laravel ecosystem, but I'm quick to pick up whatever stack a project calls for. I care about writing clean, testable code and focus on building solutions that are both practical and maintainable. I keep up with new tech, not just in PHP and Laravel but across the wider software world—especially around AI, which I’ve been exploring as a way to improve workflows and code quality. I also enjoy working on side projects to try out new ideas, experiment with tools, and keep learning.

Chris Mellor

Full Stack Developer, Web Developer, Back-End Developer, +2

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I'm a Laravel / full-stack developer with six years’ experience building SaaS platforms and internal tools. Most of my work has been in the Laravel ecosystem, but I'm quick to pick up whatever stack a project calls for. I care about writing clean, testable code and focus on building solutions that are both practical and maintainable. I keep up with new tech, not just in PHP and Laravel but across the wider software world—especially around AI, which I’ve been exploring as a way to improve workflows and code quality. I also enjoy working on side projects to try out new ideas, experiment with tools, and keep learning.…I'm a Laravel / full-stack developer with six years’ experience building SaaS platforms and internal tools. Most of my work has been in the Laravel ecosystem, but I'm quick to pick up whatever stack a project calls for. I care about writing clean, testable code and focus on building solutions that are both practical and maintainable. I keep up with new tech, not just in PHP and Laravel but across the wider software world—especially around AI, which I’ve been exploring as a way to improve workflows and code quality. I also enjoy working on side projects to try out new ideas, experiment with tools, and keep learning.

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I’m a Laravel / full-stack developer with six years’ experience building SaaS platforms and internal tools. Most of my work has been in the Laravel ecosystem, but I’m quick to pick up whatever stack a project calls for.

I care about writing clean, testable code and focus on building solutions that are both practical and maintainable. I keep up with new tech, not just in PHP and Laravel but across the wider software world—especially around AI, which I’ve been exploring as a way to improve workflows and code quality. I also enjoy working on side projects to try out new ideas, experiment with tools, and keep learning.

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Work Experience

Freelance Laravel / Full-Stack Developer at Independent / Freelance

February 1, 2025 - November 5, 2025

Completed freelance contracts focused on Laravel and the TALL stack, contributing to maintenance, feature builds, and front-end improvements while quickly adapting to different codebases and delivering results.

Senior Laravel Developer at Townsend Music

August 1, 2025 - October 28, 2025

Implemented new website designs from Figma into the Filament-based platform, integrated templates with dynamic data; Maintained and extended core systems built on Filament; Resolved bugs reported through Sentry and ClickUp; Participated in a rotating support schedule; Monitored and resolved failed jobs and service outages; Created and updated technical documentation for new features and fixes to support knowledge sharing across the team.

Laravel Developer at 59club Ltd

November 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024

Spearheaded system modernisation by resolving critical bugs and implementing new features. Core member of a three-person team rebuilding the flagship software from the ground up using the TALL stack (Tailwind, Alpine.js, Laravel, Livewire). Delivered a complete mobile solution (cross-platform app with Vue.js and Ionic Framework) and its supporting Laravel API using Sanctum authentication. Independently learned multiple new technologies and delivered both applications to production within a 6-month timeline. Established and configured Laravel Vapor infrastructure, including dynamic PR environments for enhanced testing capabilities. Developed and maintained robust CI/CD pipelines in Bitbucket to ensure smooth deployment processes.

PHP Developer at Jump Twenty Four Ltd

December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021

Led multiple client projects in an agency environment, focusing on modernising legacy applications using Laravel and modern PHP practices. Architected and implemented new features using Inertia.js; Collaborated directly with clients through daily stand-ups to gather requirements and demonstrate feature implementations. Established coding standards and best practices that were adopted across multiple projects.

Full-stack Developer at Interior Goods Direct

June 1, 2021 - June 1, 2021

Played a key role in developing and enhancing a Laravel-based eCommerce platform for a major UK blinds and curtains retailer. Built complex product customisation features using Vue.js components integrated with Laravel backend. Implemented responsive admin interfaces using Bootstrap, improving internal team efficiency. Optimised database queries and API endpoints to improve application performance.

Full-stack Developer at VOODOO

November 25, 2019 - November 5, 2020

Spearheaded complete rebuild of company website using Laravel, Vue.js, and Tailwind CSS, delivering a modern, responsive platform. Designed and implemented scalable architecture using Docker containerisation and Kubernetes orchestration. Established automated deployment workﬂows through custom CI/CD pipeline configurations. Improved development workflow by implementing containerised environments using Rancher.