Hello, I’m Dave

I'm a software developer from England.
I love to build Laravel apps using the TALL stack.
I write tutorials, books and open source packages.

Technologies I work with

Laravel

Framework

Livewire

Package

AlpineJs

JavaScript Library

Tailwind

CSS Library

GIT

Version Control

React

JavaScript Library

NextJS

JavaScript Library

Vue

JavaScript Library

Latest Articles

Jetbrains Junie | Packages | PhpStorm

Supercharge Laravel with Junie and PhpStorm Integration

I’m always looking for ways to work more efficiently. Here’s how **Junie**, an AI assistant, and my...

David Carr

19th May 2025 5:09 AM

Development

Upgrading Code Quality with Laravel Pint using custom rules

In this post, we’ll walk through our tailored `pint.json` configuration — explain what we changed, w...

David Carr

18th May 2025 12:35 PM

Jetbrains Junie | PhpStorm

Introducing Laravel Junie: Streamline Junie Guideline Integration in Laravel

Laravel developers often seek tools that enhance productivity and maintain code consistency. The new...

David Carr

17th May 2025 1:06 AM

Laravel Framework

Implementing a Dark Mode Toggle in Laravel with Tailwind CSS 4

TailwindCSS 4 out the box supports prefers-color-scheme CSS media feature, I want class based dark m...

David Carr

17th Mar 2025 5:50 AM

Laravel Framework | API

Consistent API error handling in Laravel

In API development, providing clear and structured error responses is crucial for a seamless develop...

David Carr

10th Feb 2025 6:40 AM

Laravel Framework

Effortlessly Trigger Modals with Session Flash in Laravel

Here’s a dead simple way of triggering a model to show or anything really from a controller…

David Carr

14th Jan 2025 10:51 AM

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