The Challenge
The project began with a platform originally designed as a single online store. However, the new goal was to transform it into a marketplace—a digital space where multiple stores or sellers could operate simultaneously. This conceptual shift demanded a profound system overhaul: the database was unprepared for multiple business entities, user roles were highly limited, and existing functionalities lacked essential features. All of this needed to be resolved in record time.

The Solution
To meet the new requirements, we designed a completely new architecture focused on enabling multiple stores to coexist within a single digital environment. The database structure was redesigned to support multiple sellers, associated products, distinct access levels, and a far more sophisticated permission logic. The backend was adapted to this new model, and the frontend was revamped to deliver a seamless experience for both buyers and sellers.

Technologies Used

• Backend: Laravel 10 and PHP 8.2
• Database: PostgreSQL
• Frontend: Node.js, Vue 3, and Nuxt

Implementation Process

• System Reconceptualization: All data models were redefined to include entities such as Stores.
• Database Restructuring: Migrated from the original single-store schema to a relational structure optimized for multiple stores.
• Permission Redesign: Created a robust role-based system with distinct access levels for admins, sellers, and buyers.
• Deployment & Testing: Conducted intensive business logic and user experience testing across different user profiles.

Results & Client Benefits

• Functional, Scalable Marketplace: Capable of hosting dozens or hundreds of stores within a single system.
• Full Control: Admins can monitor all activity, manage content, and define commission or visibility policies.
• Seller-Friendly Tools: Intuitive dashboards for managing products, orders, and sales without technical assistance.
• Enhanced Buyer Experience: Wide product variety, efficient navigation, and secure checkout with modern payment gateways.

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