For your first independent store
A clearer path
from idea to open.
Choose how to build, understand the costs, then learn one small step at a time. Practical ecommerce guides for people using AI without a development background.
Start here · 8 min readHow to build an ecommerce website with AI
A practical path for non-developers: choose your platform, prepare product facts, review AI changes, test an order, and plan a self-hosted launch.
Choose your setup · 7 min readSelf-hosted ecommerce vs Shopify: which fits you?
Compare ownership, hosting, AI editing, maintenance, and ongoing costs. Choose a store you can operate, with or without a developer.
Plan your budget · 6 min readWhat does a self-hosted ecommerce store cost?
Budget for the source kit, hosting, domain, AI tools, backups, payments, and optional human help, with a transparent first-year example.
Learn by doing
Your store owner’s field guide.
Ten free lessons: product prompts, local setup, test orders, AI edits, launch planning, backups, and ongoing care.