Vasil Dimitrov

Before we start - all the endpoints can be found in the GraphQL playground mentioned below.

Since Crystallize began, GraphQL has been chosen as a primary query language for all endpoints. The declarative nature of the language allows for fetching just the data we need, making all requests very predictable, minimizing the transferred data, and improving the response time. The Crystallize GraphQL application programming interfaces (API) efficiently manage core shopping functionalities like product catalogs, cart management, checkout processes, and orders.

Website localization can be a fast track when entering a new market or a business killer if done wrong. In the era of AI, things can slip up quickly with machine-made texts if auto translation is the only tool you use. If you rely entirely on human translators, you will find yourself in a situation where you see longer delivery times, and it can become overly costly to maintain that luxury in the long run.

Running tests against the checkout flow can help you discover issues at an early stage and ensure that clients can always complete their orders. Happy customers, happy business!

Nasdaq’s prediction that 95% of all purchases will be made online through eCommerce by 2040 should not be surprising. Even today, you either have an eCommerce store or don’t exist. What’s surprisingly challenging is keeping the technology at the core of your online store up to date with the modern trends and frameworks that emerge regularly.

The rapid evolution of technology is generally good news for developers and clients, as it improves the experience of building and using websites and online stores.

However, this rapid pace of change raises a crucial question for today's e-commerce businesses: which tools should I use for my online store?

The technical side of building your online store, e-commerce website development, involves selecting or creating a solution that displays products appealingly and guarantees flawless operation, safe payment processing, and a user-friendly experience. Designing user-friendly interfaces, integrating dependable payment gateways, and implementing responsive behaviors to user actions are all part of this process while maintaining an aesthetically pleasing design.

With Crystallize at the forefront of modern tech, we know we can help you navigate the murky waters of e-commerce web development and achieve the best possible outcome/technology for your use case.

Several forces are shaping the future of e-commerce, pushing brands to rethink their digital strategies.

AI is no longer an experimental feature—it’s driving everything from dynamic pricing, fraud detection, and hyper-personalized shopping recommendations to automated content generation and real-time customer support.

Supply chain disruptions in 2024 forced brands to rethink fulfillment strategies. New legislation, such as the Digital Product Passport (DPP), is changing how Europe and the world make, buy, and sell products, forcing brands to explore blockchain.

TikTok Shop, Instagram Checkout, and live-stream shopping are emerging revenue channels, especially for Gen Z and Millennial consumers. Brands no longer just advertise on social media—they sell directly within the platforms.

Businesses that once relied on traditional online storefronts have adopted a headless, composable, and API-first approach.

One-time purchases are being replaced by loyalty-driven subscription models, with more brands experimenting with exclusive membership programs, gated content, and community-driven commerce.

Consumers' expectations have changed. Instant checkout, AI-powered recommendations, and seamless device transactions are necessary. Brands that offer slow shipping, outdated UX, or lack automation struggle to compete.

Not a dog-eat-dog world yet, but we're damn close. So, what are the latest developments and design trends shaping the future of eCommerce that businesses need to do to stay ahead in 2025?

What does it mean to be a productive developer, and how can you become one?

Developing web applications has never been easier and more enjoyable. The open-source communities are building more and more tools that enable us, developers, to become more efficient and improve the overall developer experience (DX). Now the question becomes: which are the essential web development tools to pick in 2022?

If you read about the srcset attribute on images previously but never got around to implementing it, keep reading. Your users with their limited phone data packages will love you!