E-commerce Platform
E-commerce Platform
A comprehensive e-commerce solution built from the ground up with modern web technologies.
Overview
This project demonstrates a full-stack e-commerce platform with user authentication, product management, and secure payment processing. Built with Next.js, TypeScript, and Stripe for payments.
Features
- User Authentication: Secure login and registration system
- Product Catalog: Dynamic product listings with search and filtering
- Shopping Cart: Persistent cart functionality with real-time updates
- Payment Processing: Integrated Stripe payment gateway
- Order Management: Complete order tracking and history
- Admin Dashboard: Product and order management interface
Technologies Used
- Next.js 15
- TypeScript
- Tailwind CSS
- Stripe API
- PostgreSQL
- Prisma ORM
Key Learnings
- Implementing secure payment flows
- Managing complex state in e-commerce applications
- Building scalable product catalog systems
- Integrating third-party APIs effectively
Challenges Overcome
The biggest challenge was implementing a robust inventory management system that could handle concurrent purchases and prevent overselling. This required careful database design and transaction management.
Future Improvements
- Add real-time inventory tracking
- Implement advanced search with Elasticsearch
- Add multi-language support
- Integrate with shipping providers