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Thoughts on eCommerce development, lessons from projects, and the occasional technical deep-dive.

Automation27 April 2026

Shopify Flow and AI Agent Triggers: Architecture and Patterns

Learn how to bridge Shopify Flow with agentic commerce using MCP servers and webhooks. A technical guide on shopify flow ai agent triggers for engineering teams.

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Headless26 April 2026

BigCommerce Catalyst vs Shopify Hydrogen in 2026

An engineering-led comparison of BigCommerce Catalyst vs Hydrogen for headless ecommerce, focusing on Next.js vs Remix and the impact of MCP-driven development.

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Engineering22 April 2026

Scaling Shopify Storefront MCP in Production

A technical guide to shopify storefront mcp production, covering authentication, caching, rate limiting, and multi-tenancy for engineering teams.

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Engineering17 April 2026

Shopify Functions: Production Patterns Guide

A technical shopify functions production guide for engineering teams. We cover binary testing, metaobject integration, and deployment patterns for high-volume Shopify Plus stores.

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AI CommerceApril 17, 2026

Agentic Commerce Protocols: ACP, MCP, UCP

ACP, MCP, and UCP are the three protocols that now mediate how AI agents buy from Shopify, BigCommerce, and enterprise stores. A plain-English map with what each is, who owns it, and what merchants should actually implement in April 2026.

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AI CommerceApril 17, 2026

Shopify MCP Servers: A Merchant Implementation Guide

Shopify ships four MCP servers in 2026. What each one does, how to enable it for your store, how to verify it works from Claude and Cursor, and what a custom MCP server actually costs to build.

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AI CommerceApril 16, 2026

Optimising Shopify for AI Search: ChatGPT & Perplexity

ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Mode now recommend products directly. Here is what actually changes in your Shopify data model, feeds, and on-page signals — and what is still marketing fluff.

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SecurityApril 15, 2026

Security Headers for eCommerce: The Checklist

Your store might look secure, but without proper HTTP security headers, you're leaving doors open. Here's the complete checklist and why each header matters.

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PerformanceApril 14, 2026

Mobile PageSpeed Fixes for Slow eCommerce Stores

Google's mobile PageSpeed test simulates 3G on a mid-range phone. Most eCommerce stores score under 50. Here's how we consistently hit 90+ for our clients.

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Shopify PlusApril 13, 2026

Shopify Plus Pricing in 2026: What You Actually Pay

The real cost of Shopify Plus in 2026 — base fees, revenue share, app stack, and the hidden costs nobody lists on the pricing page.

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SalesforceApril 12, 2026

Salesforce Commerce Cloud vs Shopify Plus

Both are enterprise platforms, but they solve different problems. We break down when SFCC justifies its complexity and cost over Shopify Plus.

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EngineeringApril 11, 2026

How Much Does a Shopify Custom App Cost to Build?

Real price ranges for building custom Shopify apps in 2026 — private vs public, admin UI vs background sync, one-off projects vs ongoing platforms.

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NetSuiteApril 10, 2026

NetSuite SuiteCommerce: Connecting Store to ERP

For businesses where inventory accuracy and financial integration matter more than a pretty checkout. Here's what SuiteCommerce actually does well.

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IntegrationApril 9, 2026

Integrating Shopify with NetSuite: A Practical Guide

The most common integration we build. Here's how to get orders, inventory, and customer data flowing reliably between Shopify and NetSuite.

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HeadlessApril 8, 2026

Shopify Hydrogen 2.0: Is It Finally Production-Ready?

An honest look at Shopify Hydrogen 2.0 — what's improved, what's still tricky, and whether it's ready for production eCommerce stores.

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ComplianceApril 5, 2026

European Accessibility Act: eCommerce Compliance

The European Accessibility Act is now in force. Here's what eCommerce stores need to fix for compliance and why accessibility is good for business.

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ShopifyApril 2, 2026

Building Subscriptions on Shopify: What Actually Works

A practical guide to building subscription commerce on Shopify — comparing apps, custom builds, and the trade-offs of each approach.

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AutomationMarch 30, 2026

Shopify Flow: Beyond the Basics

Advanced Shopify Flow automation patterns that replace expensive apps and save hours of manual work every week.

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BigCommerceMarch 26, 2026

Multi-Storefront on BigCommerce: Architecture

How to architect multi-storefront setups on BigCommerce — sharing catalogues, managing pricing, and avoiding common pitfalls.

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ShopifyMarch 22, 2026

Shopify's 100 Variant Limit: Real Solutions That Work

Practical solutions for Shopify's 100 variant limit, from combined listings to custom apps. We explain when each approach makes sense.

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UXMarch 20, 2026

Building Search That Actually Converts

How to build eCommerce search and filtering that helps customers find products fast. Practical advice from real implementations.

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AutomotiveMarch 18, 2026

Year/Make/Model Filtering for Auto Parts Stores

How to build Year/Make/Model vehicle filtering for automotive parts stores on Shopify. A practical technical guide.

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ArchitectureMarch 15, 2026

Is Headless Commerce Worth It? A Practical Guide

A straightforward look at when headless commerce makes sense, what it actually costs, and whether your store really needs it.

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SocialJanuary 20, 2026

TikTok Shop and Shopify: What Brands Need to Know

TikTok Shop is growing fast. Here's what we've learned about integrating it with Shopify and whether it's worth the effort.

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AIMarch 8, 2026

AI Search Isn't Magic: What Actually Works

We've tested plenty of AI search tools. Here's what we've learned about what actually improves eCommerce search and what's just expensive hype.

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ShopifyFebruary 28, 2026

Shopify Checkout Extensions: What You Can Do Now

The old checkout.liquid is gone. Here's what Checkout Extensibility actually lets you do, with examples from real projects.

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StrategyFebruary 20, 2026

Selling Internationally: Markets vs Multi-Store

Should you use Shopify Markets or run separate stores for each country? Here's how to decide based on your actual situation.

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StrategyFebruary 12, 2026

BigCommerce or Shopify? How to Actually Decide

We work with both platforms daily. Neither is better—they're different. Here's how to choose the right one for your situation.

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PerformanceFebruary 5, 2026

Your Shopify Store Is Probably Slow

Most Shopify stores we audit have the same problems: too many apps, bloated themes, and unoptimised images. Here's how to fix them.

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ArchitectureJanuary 28, 2026

Composable Commerce: Buzzword or Real Architecture?

Is composable commerce just headless with extra steps? We explain what it actually means and whether it's relevant for your stack.

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B2BJanuary 12, 2026

Running B2B on Shopify Plus: What Works

Shopify's B2B features have matured significantly. Here's what works well, what still needs workarounds, and how to set it up properly.

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MigrationJanuary 5, 2026

Platform Migration Without the Nightmare

Platform migrations go wrong more often than they should. Here's what causes problems and how to avoid them.

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ProductDecember 20, 2025

Building Anchor: What We Learned About Loyalty Apps

Most loyalty apps feel bolted-on. We spent six months figuring out how to build one that actually fits into the Shopify experience.

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StrategyDecember 10, 2025

When Does Shopify Plus Actually Make Sense?

Plus isn't for everyone. We break down the real differences and help you figure out if the upgrade is worth it for your store.

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Shopify Flow and AI Agent Triggers: Architecture and Patterns

BigCommerce Catalyst vs Shopify Hydrogen in 2026

Scaling Shopify Storefront MCP in Production

Shopify Functions: Production Patterns Guide

Agentic Commerce Protocols: ACP, MCP, UCP

Shopify MCP Servers: A Merchant Implementation Guide

Optimising Shopify for AI Search: ChatGPT & Perplexity

Security Headers for eCommerce: The Checklist

Mobile PageSpeed Fixes for Slow eCommerce Stores

Shopify Plus Pricing in 2026: What You Actually Pay

Salesforce Commerce Cloud vs Shopify Plus

How Much Does a Shopify Custom App Cost to Build?

NetSuite SuiteCommerce: Connecting Store to ERP

Integrating Shopify with NetSuite: A Practical Guide

Shopify Hydrogen 2.0: Is It Finally Production-Ready?

European Accessibility Act: eCommerce Compliance

Building Subscriptions on Shopify: What Actually Works

Shopify Flow: Beyond the Basics

Multi-Storefront on BigCommerce: Architecture

Shopify's 100 Variant Limit: Real Solutions That Work

Building Search That Actually Converts

Year/Make/Model Filtering for Auto Parts Stores

Is Headless Commerce Worth It? A Practical Guide

TikTok Shop and Shopify: What Brands Need to Know

AI Search Isn't Magic: What Actually Works

Shopify Checkout Extensions: What You Can Do Now

Selling Internationally: Markets vs Multi-Store

BigCommerce or Shopify? How to Actually Decide

Your Shopify Store Is Probably Slow

Composable Commerce: Buzzword or Real Architecture?

Running B2B on Shopify Plus: What Works

Platform Migration Without the Nightmare

Building Anchor: What We Learned About Loyalty Apps

When Does Shopify Plus Actually Make Sense?

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