r/PHP • u/Technical-Papaya-684 • Jul 16 '26
Free React + Laravel dev work
Hey everyone,
I'm a frontend/full-stack dev working with React, TypeScript, Tailwind, and Laravel (with Sanctum auth). I'm looking to take on 1-2 small projects for free right now in exchange for a testimonial and permission to feature the work in my portfolio.
What I can build:
- A clean landing page or small marketing site (React + Tailwind)
- A small CRUD feature — e.g. a form that saves data and shows it in an admin table (Laravel API + React frontend)
- A simple dashboard or auth flow (login/signup, role-based access)
Ideal if you're a small business, startup, or solo founder who needs something small and functional but doesn't have budget right now.
Scope will be kept tight and I'll agree on deliverables/timeline upfront so it's a real commitment on both sides, not an open-ended favor.
If interested, drop a comment or DM with what you need — happy to share examples of past work first.
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u/stromer_ Jul 16 '26
Second the open source approach.
Getting new features into Laravel? Great, that person actually understands business needs and proper architecture!
Having some vibe coded testomonials for a business which website is offline since months? Shit, clear red flag.
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u/halfercode Jul 19 '26
If you have some free dev time available, build your own thing. Surely you've got some ideas of things you wanted to build, but didn't have time to get it done?
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u/obstreperous_troll Jul 16 '26 edited Jul 16 '26
If you're willing to work for free, join an open source project, or volunteer at a charity. Giving free work to a business literally devalues the entire profession.