Notes on running a better store
Articles on Shopify, WordPress, store speed and e-commerce growth.

Guides7 min read
Shopify or WordPress (WooCommerce): which is right for your online store?
A fair comparison of Shopify and WordPress with WooCommerce on costs, ease of use, flexibility and maintenance, and who each one suits, from a developer who builds on both.
Shopify7 min readWhat to prepare before hiring a Shopify developer
Goals, examples, content, safe access, budget thinking and the questions to ask. What to get ready before hiring a Shopify developer, so you get a better quote and a smoother project.
Store Speed7 min readWhy is my Shopify store slow? Common causes and how to fix them
A slow Shopify store is usually down to apps, images, theme code and outside scripts. Here is how to measure speed properly, find the causes and fix them in the right order.