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Technical guides and tutorials on modern web development with Craft CMS, Laravel, and WordPress. We cover CMS customization, API development, SEO optimization, PWAs, e-commerce integrations, and scalable architecture patterns from real client projects.

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DDoS protection rate limiting security diagram for Craft CMS website

Liquid Teamhttps://www.liquidbcn.com/admin/content/entries/insights/54721-rate-limit-craft-cms-plugin?site=liquidES#tab02-thumbnail — 3 min read

Rate Limit for Craft CMS: Protect your site from brute force attacks and abuse

Learn how to protect your Craft CMS site from brute force attacks and HTTP abuse with our native rate limiting plugin that controls requests per IP address.

Craft CMS 6 migration diagram Yii to Laravel framework

Liquid Team — 7 min read

When your framework abandons you: Craft CMS jumps from Yii to Laravel

In September 2024, Pixel & Tonic announced that Craft CMS 6 will abandon Yii 2 in favor of Laravel. A pragmatic response to ecosystem reality.

Laravel API Resources vs DTOs architecture diagram

Marc Bernet — 7 min read

API Resources vs DTOs in Laravel: a practical comparison

Exploring when to use Laravel's API Resources and when Data Transfer Objects provide better architectural benefits for complex applications.

Laravel Scout Meilisearch filter dynamic search for e-commerce diagram

Marc Bernet — 8 min read

Dynamic attribute filtering with Laravel Scout and Meilisearch

Learn how to implement flexible product filtering without hardcoding attributes. A practical guide to building scalable e-commerce search with dynamic features.

Laravel Event fake model events debugging testing illustration diagram

Marc Bernet — 4 min read

The hidden trap of Event::fake() in Laravel: when model events stop working

Discover why Event::fake() breaks model events in Laravel tests and how a simple fix can save you hours of debugging multi-tenancy, UUID generation, and audit logging systems.

Test-Driven Development TDD workflow diagram for Laravel applications

Liquid Team — 7 min read

TDD in Laravel: writing tests that actually matter

Test-Driven Development often prioritizes coverage metrics over meaningful validation. Learn how to focus on business logic, integration boundaries, and edge cases that truly protect your Laravel applications.

Content model structure diagram for Craft CMS database organization

Marc Bernet — 4 min read

Building an MCP Server in PHP for Legacy Code Migration

Learn how we built a Model Context Protocol server in PHP to give AI agents real access to legacy systems, making migrations safer and more accurate.

Symfony vs Laravel PHP frameworks comparison diagram for web development

Marc Bernet — 2 min read

Symfony vs Laravel: honestly, which one do you need?

In the PHP world, there are two big names: Symfony and Laravel.And while the internet is full of technical comparisons, we’d rather tell you what we’ve actually seen after years of building real platforms with both.

Model Context Protocol MCP server PHP architecture diagram legacy code

Marc Bernet — 1 min read

Best Practices for Structuring Content Models in CraftCMS

Learn how to organize your content models in CraftCMS like a pro. We’re sharing tips we actually use in real projects — no fluff.

Laravel Sanctum access tokens refresh tokens authentication security diagram

Marc Bernet — 5 min read

Implementing Access Tokens and Refresh Tokens in Laravel Sanctum

Discover how to implement access tokens and refresh tokens in Laravel Sanctum to enhance the security and scalability of your API. Learn about stateless authentication, protection middleware, and the endpoint for token renewal.

ChatGPT AI automation integration Laravel Craft CMS Flutter code illustration

Marc Bernet — 2 min read

Automation with ChatGPT: How to integrate IA into your site or app

Discover how AI can transform business automation with integrations in Laravel, CraftCMS, and Flutter. Beyond chatbots, AI optimizes internal processes and enhances decision-making.

Tiered pricing subscription model illustration for Laravel Stripe integration

Marc Bernet — 1 min read

How to set up tiered pricing in Laravel with Stripe

How to set up tiered pricing in Laravel with Stripe: automate your billing using usage-based, per tier, and volume models, and learn how to accurately report usage to charge based on your users’ actual activity.

No-code low-code development platforms limitations illustration comparison

Edu Molins — 3 min read

No-Code: The mirage of codeless development

A rigorous analysis of no-code applications from the perspective of development experts. We examine the true capabilities and limitations of these tools, offering a professional insight into when and why traditional development may be the best strategy for your project

WordPress to Craft CMS migration comparison diagram CMS alternatives

Xavi Valero — 4 min read

Why recent WordPress changes might make Craft CMS your best alternative

The recent clash between Automattic and WP Engine isn't just industry drama – it's a watershed moment that's forcing many development teams and businesses to rethink their CMS choices.

Web development outsourcing agencies Barcelona tech collaboration illustration

Marc Bernet — 3 min read

Outsourcing App and Web development: A strategic approach for modern businesses

Outsourcing app and web development provides businesses with flexibility and access to specialized skills. Whether you choose freelance developers, dedicated teams, or full project outsourcing, each option offers unique advantages.

Fortrabbit Laravel Craft CMS hosting logos with cost reduction icon illustration

Marc Bernet — 2 min read

Lower costs and greater efficiency: Migrating Laravel and CraftCMS from AWS to Fortrabbit

Learn how migrating Laravel and CraftCMS apps from AWS to Fortrabbit reduced hosting costs and boosted performance for our clients. Discover our efficient solutions today!

Data Transfer Objects DTO design patterns Laravel architecture diagram

Marc Bernet — 7 min read

Leveraging DTO Patterns in Laravel REST APIs: Enhancing Code Structure and Maintainability

Explore how Data Transfer Objects (DTOs) can improve your Laravel REST API by enhancing code structure, simplifying data handling, and making applications more maintainable.

Barcelona tech hub web app development ecosystem Spain city image

Marc Bernet — 2 min read

Barcelona, a hotspot for Web and App development excellence

In 2024, Barcelona emerges as a technology powerhouse. With a thriving developer ecosystem and a blend of creativity and innovation, the city offers high-quality digital solutions at competitive prices.

Craft CMS multilingual language redirect plugin illustration flags

Xavi Valero — 3 min read

Streamline language redirection in Craft CMS

The Simple Language Redirector plugin simplifies language redirection in Craft CMS, providing a convenient solution for multilingual websites.

WordPress vs Craft CMS content management systems comparison diagram

Xavi Valero — 4 min read

Wordpress vs Craft CMS: Which is better?

We've made a comparison between Wordpress and Craft CMS to help you decide which CMS is better for your website.

VisBook PMS hotel booking integration web development hospitality illustration

Xavi Valero — 4 min read

Seamless online booking integration for hotels using VisBook PMS

As a partner of VisBook we offer hotels and hospitality businesses a fully integrated online booking system that blends seamlessly into their existing websites.

Code debugging troubleshooting process chaos illustration cable tangle metaphor

Jack Kerou-hack — 2 min read

The dance of debugging: Finding rhythm in the chaos

Debugging is diving headfirst into the shit, swimming through rotten lines of code while everything around you burns.