Every tech publication talks about React, Next.js, and serverless architectures. But PHP still powers 77% of the web. WordPress runs on PHP. Laravel runs on PHP. And for most business websites, PHP and MySQL remain the smartest choice.
Why PHP Still Wins for Business Websites
- Hosting is cheap and available everywhere. Every shared hosting plan supports PHP and MySQL. No special server configuration required.
- WordPress ecosystem. Thousands of plugins, themes, and developers. You will never be locked into one agency.
- Proven at scale. Facebook was built on PHP. Wikipedia runs on PHP. It handles traffic.
- Fast development. PHP is straightforward. New developers can learn it quickly. Maintenance costs stay low.
When JavaScript Frameworks Make More Sense
React, Vue, and Next.js are excellent choices for web applications — tools with complex user interfaces, real-time data, and interactive dashboards. If you are building an app, use JavaScript. If you are building a website, PHP is fine.
MySQL: Still the Default for Good Reason
MySQL handles structured data reliably. For content management, e-commerce, CRM, and most business applications, MySQL provides everything you need without the complexity of NoSQL databases or the cost of enterprise solutions.
Our Stack
We use PHP and MySQL for most client websites, often with WordPress and Divi for content management. For AI tools and data processing, we use Python. For interactive frontends that need it, we use React. The right tool for the right job.