Hey everyone! I just landed my first freelance client, and they're looking to set up an online store. However, they're not interested in accepting online payments; instead, they'll handle payments directly with customers, which simplifies things a bit. I'm torn between using my usual tech stack of Golang, HTMX, and PostgreSQL, and opting for something like WordPress, which could be easier for the client to manage, especially for content updates. I'm also considering a headless CMS as an alternative. What do you recommend? Should I play it safe with WordPress or stick with my preferred stack?
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Just remember; your client cares about results, not what stack you use. If WordPress gets the job done without headaches, go for it! Stick to what you're good at, especially for maintenance down the road.
Consider what will make your client happy with the least effort on your part, unless charging hourly. If they don’t need online payments, it's more like a portfolio site than a store.
Honestly, WordPress might be the way to go for ease. You can leverage WooCommerce for offline orders without needing to build everything from scratch.
For sure! Just keep an eye on security and plugin management—it can get a bit tricky.
I'd say go with what you're most comfortable using. Familiar tools will make the process smoother, and you'll be able to handle hiccups much better.
Absolutely! You want the tools to help you, not complicate things further.
It really depends on your client's budget too. If they're small, a service like Shopify could save you both time, as it's easier to maintain and user-friendly.
Yeah, but Shopify has its limitations. You might want to discuss their long-term goals to choose the best platform.
That’s true! They might still want features like quote requests, which could turn it into a full-fledged store eventually.