Shopify & Shopify Plus
Engineering articles on Shopify Plus, custom apps, Checkout Extensions, Functions, Hydrogen, Flow, and B2B.
21 articles
Shopify Functions Production Patterns: A Guide for Engineers
A technical shopify functions production guide for engineering teams. We cover binary testing, metaobject integration, and deployment patterns for high-volume Shopify Plus stores.
Production Patterns for Shopify Storefront MCP Implementations
A guide to deploying shopify storefront mcp production environments, focusing on caching, authentication, and rate-limiting strategies for LLM agents.
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.
Optimising Shopify for AI Shopping: ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Mode
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.
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.
Salesforce Commerce Cloud vs Shopify Plus: When Enterprise Complexity Makes Sense
Both are enterprise platforms, but they solve different problems. We break down when SFCC justifies its complexity and cost over Shopify Plus.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Shopify Flow: Beyond the Basics
Advanced Shopify Flow automation patterns that replace expensive apps and save hours of manual work every week.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.