E-Commerce Shopping Cart System Development

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Your Sweet Spot Life
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Marguerite Apotre
Founder
(20)
4
Project
Academic experience or paid work
80 hours per learner
Learner
Canada
Intermediate level

Project scope

Categories
UI design UX design Website development Databases
Skills
systems design database management user interface (ui) usability user interface (ui) design web development user experience (ux) operations
Details

The primary goal of this project is to integrate and unify Your Sweet Spot Life's disparate systems into a cohesive and powerful e-commerce platform, thereby enhancing the organization's digital presence and operational efficiency. The key objectives are:

  • E-commerce Integration: Transform the existing systems into a full-fledged e-commerce solution, enabling users to browse, select, and purchase a variety of products and services.
  • Unify Backend Systems: Seamlessly integrate the mobile app, website, and passenger delivery system, ensuring they work in harmony and share data effectively.
  • Improve User Experience: Optimize the user journey by providing a seamless shopping and service-booking experience across the website and mobile app.
  • Data Consolidation: Harmonize and consolidate data from various sources to ensure data integrity and consistency throughout the platform.
  • Secure and Scalable Infrastructure: Implement a robust backend infrastructure that is secure, scalable, and capable of handling increased traffic and transactions.


Deliverables

Learners involved in this project will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of tasks, including:


Backend Development

  • Modify existing Python code to support e-commerce functionalities, such as shopping carts and payment gateways.
  • Create APIs to facilitate communication between the mobile app, website, and backend systems.
  • Set up and configure the backend server environment on a cloud platform.


Mobile App Enhancement

  • Update the mobile app to utilize the new backend APIs for booking rides, tracking orders, and managing user profiles.
  • Optimize the app's performance and user interface for an intuitive and engaging experience.


Database Management

  • Analyze and harmonize data structures from different sources to create a unified database schema.
  • Migrate data to the new backend database and implement synchronization mechanisms.


Quality Assurance

  • Conduct thorough integration and performance testing to identify and rectify any issues.
  • Ensure the system is user-friendly, secure, and reliable through comprehensive testing strategies.


Deployment and Maintenance

  • Deploy the unified backend to a cloud server and publish the updated mobile app to app stores.
  • Provide post-launch support, including monitoring, bug fixes, and regular updates based on user feedback.


Project Management

Learners may also be involved in project management tasks, such as creating timelines, coordinating team efforts, and ensuring the project stays on track and meets its objectives within the estimated timeframe.


Mentorship
Hands-on support

Direct involvement in project tasks, offering guidance, and demonstrating techniques.

Tools and/or resources

Providing access to necessary tools, software, and resources required for project completion.

Regular meetings

Scheduled check-ins to discuss progress, address challenges, and provide feedback.

Supported causes
Sustainable cities and communities

About the company

Company
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
2 - 10 employees
Media & production, Travel & tourism, Agriculture, Business & management, Education

About Us
Introduction
At Your Sweet Spot Life, our mission is simple: we co-create. We’re not here to provide or offer—we’re here to join forces. Whether it's a concept, a product, a creative endeavor, or a community growth idea, we work together to bring it to life, sharing both the process and the rewards. We’re not a business in the traditional sense, but rather a collaborative ecosystem where ideas, resources, and creativity flow between partners.

Co-Creation
Every project begins with a shared idea. From conceptualization to development, we move together to refine and evolve that idea into something tangible. We embrace a co-creative approach to everything, whether we’re building products, services, or community-driven initiatives. Every step is a shared investment, and every outcome is a reflection of our collective effort.

Local Impact
Our projects are rooted in the strength of local partnerships. We work with Canadian businesses and individuals to bring ideas to life, whether that’s creating sustainable products, enhancing local services, or supporting community growth. Each collaboration brings together local knowledge and resources, ensuring that everything we build has deep roots and far-reaching impact.

Shared Learning
We don’t just teach or train—we learn together. Every project presents opportunities to build new skills, exchange knowledge, and deepen our collective understanding. We provide resources and tools, but more importantly, we co-create an environment where skills are developed organically through collaboration.

Creative Process
From Canadian lifestyle brand creation to metanarrative interactive experiences, we aim to explore all forms of storytelling—theater, film, books, radio, and more. Our projects can integrate many mediums and genres to build rich, engaging, and innovative works that captivate audiences and reflect our collective vision.

Sustainable Growth
Our focus is on long-term growth, not just short-term outputs. From community-driven projects to economic systems that support innovation, we build frameworks that allow for sustainable, generational success. It’s about creating systems that grow together, whether in the form of collaborative spaces, marketplaces, or new ways of engaging with the world.

Marketplace
The work we do is meant to sustain. Our marketplace isn’t just for products—it’s a platform where all kinds of ideas can be shared and scaled. Whether it’s creative works, services, or community projects, the marketplace brings everything we build together in one place, supporting economic stability and growth for every project we co-create.