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Shopify Application Development
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Shopify Application Development

by Michael Larkin
May 2014
Intermediate to advanced
106 pages
2h 11m
English
Packt Publishing

Overview

"Shopify Application Development" is your essential guide to building and deploying applications tailored for the Shopify platform. By leveraging the powerful Ruby on Rails framework, this book provides step-by-step guidance to craft high-impact solutions that integrate seamlessly with Shopify's ecosystem.

What this Book will help me do

  • Learn to create a multitenant app using Ruby on Rails and deploy it efficiently to Heroku.
  • Master the use of RSpec and FactoryGirl to practice Test-Driven Development in your projects.
  • Ensure maintainable and targeted code by adopting iterative development practices.
  • Implement visually appealing and responsive design with the Twitter Bootstrap framework.
  • Understand the processing of Shopify API access requests and the integration of Webhooks.

Author(s)

Michael Larkin is a seasoned software developer with a passion for creating robust solutions on Shopify. With extensive experience in Ruby on Rails and application development, Michael has helped numerous clients build and scale their Shopify apps. His teaching approach simplifies complex technical topics, making them accessible and engaging for readers of all levels.

Who is it for?

This book is designed for web developers who are proficient in Ruby on Rails and want to develop apps for the Shopify platform. If you're aiming to integrate your apps seamlessly into Shopify or enhance them using its API and Webhooks, this guide is for you. Beginners can utilize the comprehensive breakdowns to expand their skills into Shopify development. Experienced developers will appreciate the advanced techniques and deployment strategies.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781783281053