Project Overview
A full-stack e-commerce solution built with modern technologies
This e-commerce platform is a comprehensive solution for online retail businesses. Built with modern technologies, it provides a seamless shopping experience for customers and powerful management tools for administrators.
Key Features
- User Authentication: Secure user registration and login system
- Product Catalog: Dynamic product listings with search and filtering
- Shopping Cart: Persistent cart functionality across sessions
- Payment Processing: Integrated Stripe payment gateway
- Order Management: Complete order tracking and management system
- Admin Dashboard: Comprehensive admin panel for inventory management
Technologies Used
- Frontend: React.js with modern hooks and context API
- Backend: Node.js with Express.js framework
- Database: MongoDB with Mongoose ODM
- Authentication: JWT-based authentication system
- Payment: Stripe API integration
- Styling: Tailwind CSS for responsive design
Challenges and Solutions
Challenge 1: Real-time Inventory Management
Implementing real-time inventory updates across multiple user sessions was complex. I solved this using WebSocket connections and MongoDB change streams to notify clients of inventory changes instantly.
Challenge 2: Payment Security
Ensuring secure payment processing while maintaining good UX. I implemented Stripe’s Payment Intent API with proper error handling and secure token management.
What I Learned
- Advanced React patterns and state management
- RESTful API design and implementation
- Database optimization and indexing
- Payment gateway integration
- Security best practices for e-commerce applications
