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FurniCo E-Commerce Website Development

Project Summary

This README file documents the development process of FurniCo, a niche furniture e-commerce platform, built using Next.js, TypeScript, and Sanity CMS. The project was executed in a 7-day timeline, with each day focused on specific goals to ensure a structured and efficient workflow.

Day-by-Day Breakdown

Day 1: Marketplace Selection

  • Researched and identified a niche for the e-commerce platform: Furniture.

  • Defined the target audience, unique selling points, and key product categories.

  • Created an initial project plan, including wireframes and a feature roadmap.

Day 2: Marketplace Technical Foundation

  • Set up the project environment with Next.js and TypeScript.
  • Integrated Sanity CMS for content management.
  • Established folder structure and basic routing for the application.
  • Configured dependencies and development tools (e.g., ESLint, Prettier).

Day 3: API Integration

  • Designed and implemented API endpoints for managing products, categories, and user data.
  • Integrated Sanity CMS APIs to fetch and manage product details dynamically.
  • Tested API routes with tools like Postman and ensured data flow between backend and frontend.

Day 4: Dynamic Frontend Components

  • Developed reusable and responsive components for the user interface using Tailwind CSS.
  • Components included:
    • Product cards
    • Navigation bar
    • Footer
    • Dynamic category pages
  • Implemented dynamic routing to render product pages and categories based on API data.
  • Added responsive design for mobile, tablet, and desktop views.

Day 5: Comprehensive Testing and Backend Refinement

  • Conducted end-to-end testing to ensure functionality of all features.
  • Implemented error handling mechanisms for API calls and user interactions.
  • Optimized backend logic and data queries for performance.
  • Addressed edge cases and validated inputs to prevent potential bugs.

Day 6: Deployment Preparation and Staging Environment Setup

  • Prepared the application for production deployment.
  • Configured environment variables for secure API keys and credentials.
  • Deployed the staging environment to test the application in a production-like setting.
  • Verified functionality, responsiveness, and API integrations in staging.

Day 7: Final Deployment and Launch

  • Deployed the application to a production server (e.g., Vercel).
  • Verified the live application’s performance and functionality.
  • Conducted a final review to ensure seamless user experience.
  • Shared the project with stakeholders and gathered feedback.

Key Features

  • Dynamic Content Management: Products and categories managed via Sanity CMS.
  • API Integration: Fetch and display real-time data for products and categories.
  • Responsive Design: Fully optimized for all devices.
  • Error Handling: Robust mechanisms to ensure smooth functionality.
  • Staging Environment: Deployed a pre-production version for testing.

Tools and Technologies

  • Next.js
  • TypeScript
  • Sanity CMS
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Vercel (for deployment)
  • Postman (for API testing)

Installation and Setup

  1. Clone the repository:

    git clone <repository-url>

  2. Install dependencies:

    npm install

  3. Add environment variables:

    • Create a .env.local file and add your API keys and credentials.

  4. Run the development server:

    npm run dev

  5. Open http://localhost:3000 to view the application.

Conclusion

The 7-day development process for FurniCo followed a structured approach to deliver a high-quality e-commerce platform. By leveraging modern tools and frameworks, the project demonstrates the capabilities of Next.js, TypeScript, and Sanity CMS in building scalable and dynamic web applications.