Techtonic: PHP in 2025 – Alive and Thriving?

This month, we’re focusing on PHP: the programming language that’s been powering the web for decades. But is it still relevant in 2025? This Techtonic event takes a deep dive into the modern PHP ecosystem, exploring its role in development today and addressing the question: Is PHP dead?

Join us for an evening of insightful talks and engaging discussions with industry experts. Whether you're a seasoned PHP developer, someone considering PHP for your next project, or just curious about its place in the ever-evolving tech landscape, you'll want to make time for this.

What to Expect:

• George Buckingham – Head of Development at Yammayap will be asking: "Is PHP Dead?"
  
  George tackles the big question head-on, providing a detailed look at the current state of PHP in 2025. From ecosystem updates to real-world use cases, discover whether PHP remains a strong contender for modern development projects.
  
  
• Curtis Williams – Founder & MD at Agitate Digital will dive into Core Web Vitals & Page Speed for WordPress Developers 
  
  Curtis will be exploring how to optimise WordPress websites for Core Web Vitals and lightning-fast load times. Learn how Agitate Digital achieves sub-1-second page loads, and take away actionable techniques for your own projects.

Why Attend? This event is perfect for developers, tech leads, and decision-makers who want to stay informed about the state of PHP, its future, and practical techniques to optimise web performance.

Event Details:

• Date: Tuesday 4th February, 2025
• Time: 18:30-21:00
• Location: Room BG-110, Bournemouth Gateway Building (NOT Talbot Campus!), Saint Paul's Lane, Bournemouth, UK
• Cost: Free