Symfony Development
Symfony Development
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We are experienced Symfony developers who create robust, scalable and maintainable web applications for complex business requirements.
We build everything from bespoke business software and customer portals to workflow systems, ecommerce platforms and API-driven applications. Using Symfony’s mature PHP framework, we create structured, dependable solutions that can handle complex functionality while giving businesses the flexibility to adapt, integrate and grow.
Our experience goes beyond writing application code. We understand how Symfony fits into the wider technology stack, integrating with APIs, databases, ecommerce platforms, third-party services and existing business systems.
GREAT SYMFONY DEVELOPMENT IS ABOUT MORE THAN WRITING CODE
Symfony Development Built Around Your Business
We work with clients with existing Symfony applications and business software to assist with upgrades, ongoing development and new features, as well as building bespoke Symfony solutions from the ground up. From complex integrations to business-critical systems, we create robust applications designed around the way your organisation works.
What we do
Nearly 20 years building Symfony sites - what we deliver
Skilled development team
Experienced Symfony developers building robust, maintainable applications around your requirements.
Understanding individuality
Bespoke Symfony solutions designed around your business, processes and goals.
Modern technologies
Modern Symfony development that keeps your applications secure, maintainable and adaptable.
Technology built for growth
Scalable Symfony applications designed to evolve as your business grows.
Secure sites
Security-first Symfony development protecting your application, data and users.
Ongoing support
Ongoing Symfony support, maintenance, upgrades and development as your needs change.
Our Process
1
Initial Conversation
We start by understanding your requirements, the challenges you’re trying to solve and whether Symfony is the right framework for building a reliable solution for your business.
2
Discovery & Technical Planning
We explore your workflows, data, integrations and existing systems to understand exactly how the Symfony application needs to work and how each part of the solution will connect.
3
Fixed Cost or Agile Delivery
Depending on the project, we’ll recommend a fixed-cost approach or flexible agile delivery, giving you the right balance of certainty while allowing more complex requirements to evolve throughout development.
4
Testing & User Acceptance
Before launch, we thoroughly test functionality, integrations and performance, while your team tests the application against real-world scenarios to make sure everything works as expected.
5
Documentation & Training
We provide clear documentation and practical training where required, helping your team understand the application, its functionality and how to confidently manage the areas relevant to them.
6
Continuous Development & Support
Our involvement doesn’t have to end at launch. We provide ongoing Symfony support, maintenance and development, allowing your application to evolve alongside your systems, requirements and business.
What do we offer?
Skill development team
Our team comprises experienced Symfony developers with the technical knowledge to build robust, elegant and feature-rich web applications. From complex business logic to bespoke functionality and integrations, we use Symfony to create dependable solutions that meet your requirements while remaining maintainable and adaptable for the future.
Understanding individuality
No two businesses operate in exactly the same way, so your software shouldn't be forced into a one-size-fits-all solution. We take time to understand your processes, challenges and objectives before developing a tailored Symfony application that supports your team, improves efficiency and delivers genuine business value.
Modern technologies
We use modern Symfony development practices and proven technologies to create applications that are fast, secure and built for the future. By keeping code structured and maintainable, we make it easier to introduce new functionality, integrate other platforms and keep your application evolving as technology changes.
Growing your business
Your software needs to keep pace as your business develops. We build scalable Symfony applications that can accommodate increasing users, data, functionality and integrations without requiring you to start again. This gives you a strong technical foundation that can continue evolving alongside your organisation and its requirements.
Secure sites as standard
Security is considered throughout every stage of our Symfony development process. We follow established development practices to help protect applications, business data and user information, while keeping Symfony and its dependencies properly maintained. The result is software built with security and long-term reliability firmly in mind.
Ongoing support
Our involvement doesn't have to end when your Symfony application launches. We provide ongoing development, maintenance and technical support to keep your software performing reliably. Whether you need updates, new functionality, integrations or help with an existing Symfony project, our developers can provide continued technical expertise.
Why choose Symfony?
This enterprise-level framework enables rapid web development while being built on a foundation of standardised, secure, open source components that are built following best practices and are widely supported.
Working with Symfony for over 15 years, we’ve created numerous systems and micro-services across a range of sectors. This includes Finance, Charity, Civil Service, Warehousing, Manufacturing and more.
Benefits for your business
Software built around your processes
Rather than adapting your business to off-the-shelf software, Symfony allows us to create applications around the way your organisation actually works, helping streamline processes and reduce unnecessary manual tasks.
Built to grow with you
Symfony provides a strong foundation for applications that need to evolve. New features, integrations and functionality can be introduced as your requirements change without continually rebuilding your core system.
Connect your business systems
From CRMs and ecommerce platforms to payment providers and third-party APIs, Symfony is well suited to bringing different technologies together and creating more connected workflows across your business.
Improve efficiency through automation
Bespoke Symfony applications can automate repetitive processes, move information between systems and reduce manual administration, giving your team more time to concentrate on higher-value work.
Reliable for business-critical applications
Symfony's structured approach makes it particularly suitable for complex applications where reliability and maintainability matter. We build solutions designed to remain dependable as your users, data and business requirements increase.
Greater control over your technology
Bespoke development gives you greater control over how your software works and develops. You're not restricted by the functionality or roadmap of an off-the-shelf platform when your business needs something different.
What our clients say...
Green Energy Switch
Free Thinking Design have been brilliant, not only with the build of our project but also the aftercare and ongoing updates. They take time to understand your requirements and the purpose of the project you are undertaking.
Toad Diaries
Top-class software skills, creative and pragmatic. Brilliant attitude to support. We at TOAD Diaries love working with these guys!
Mediaccounts
When we first started working with you, we were very apprehensive having had a very bad experience with a previous developer. I can say working with you both has been a pleasure – you have helped change our business immeasurably and put our ideas into action. You have reassured us every step of the way and we are extremely grateful.
Hegarty
From the planning of our new website to the implementation and ongoing support, Matt and the team at Free Thinking have delivered a fantastic service. Free Thinking listened to our requirements and provided us with a clear plan and made suggestions to achieve a website that performs well for us and our clients.