Hey everyone! I'm a junior full-stack developer and I might get a client looking to set up an e-commerce store. I have some experience with React, NodeJS, and Astro, but I need help figuring out the best tools for this project. The store needs to cater to both B2C and B2B customers on one platform, with different pricing and shipping options depending on the account type (Individual or Business). It's crucial that shipping prices vary based on quantity and product type, and we need to handle both regular and refrigerated deliveries across the EU. A CMS for managing inventory, homepage messages, discounts, and customer accounts is essential. Additionally, scalability is key as we anticipate a growing customer base with high-value products. I was considering options like Shopify combined with Sparklayer or BigCommerce, but I'm wary of WordPress due to the project's complexity. My questions are: 1. What stack would you recommend for this project on a limited budget? 2. What's the best stack considering I've never developed a comprehensive e-commerce site before, just a few simple experiments?
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I think you might be overestimating the complexity of using WordPress with WooCommerce. For a limited budget, it's definitely worth reconsidering since it can handle B2C/B2B scenarios pretty well. Plus, there are tons of plugins available to manage shipping and pricing variations based on account types.
It's great that you're looking into this! To be honest, the budget you mentioned might not stretch far enough for robust solutions. Shopify + Sparklayer could add up quickly. Since this client is a friend, maybe consider starting with a simpler B2C setup on Shopify. Once their budget allows for expansion, you can upgrade the features later.
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