Cake PHP Code Refactoring and MySQL Upgrade

We are seeking an experienced freelancer to refactor our Cake PHP code from version 5.x to 8.5.x and upgrade our MySQL server from 5.7 to 8.4. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of PHP frameworks and database management systems. This project requires attention to detail and the ability to optimize code for performance. If you have experience in similar projects, we would love to hear from you.