Rather than duplicating logic or backend calls, expose your Laravel logic as well-structured REST or GraphQL APIs. Laravel Sanctum offers lightweight API token-based authentication ideal for mobile clients. We typically version the API (/api/v1/...) to future-proof it.
Offline Capability & SyncingIf your mobile app needs offline access or delayed syncing (field data collection, retail, health apps) make use of SQLite + background sync services (Flutter: moor or Drift, RN: AsyncStorage or WatermelonDB).
Security Practices 2025Laravel now natively supports more granular permissions with Laravel Policy Scopes and API Rate Limiting. Use SSL pinning on mobile clients, and make sure tokens are securely stored using Keychain/Keystore on mobile.
Testing & CIWe always run unit and API tests in Laravel using PestPHP or PHPUnit, and parallel widget & integration testing in Flutter or React Native. GitHub Actions triggers end-to-end API test runs with every push to main. For mobile builds, tools like Codemagic or Expo EAS are a must.
We at Impero IT Services recently built a retail inventory solution for a Canadian franchise brand. The Laravel backend powered:-
Admin dashboard Role-based user management Product and order APIs Notification logic (via Firebase Cloud Messaging)While the Flutter mobile app handled:
In-store barcode scanning Inventory updates Offline-first data entry Real-time sync with Laravel via secure APIs
