Web Application, Browser Extensions
Shurkou Store
Designed, developed, and scaled entirely from the ground up
- Year
- 2023
- Project type
- Web Application, Browser Extensions
- Tech stack
- Next.jsTailwind CSSNestJSFigmaPlasmoGSAPFramer MotionDocker
Overview
Shurkou is my personal business, and shurkou.com serves as its official digital presence. I designed and developed the platform completely from scratch. This was a solo endeavor where I handled everything end-to-end—from crafting the initial UI/UX design and brand identity, to the full-stack development and final deployment. To make client transactions seamless and secure, I also integrated a fully functional third-party payment gateway.
Impact
- Successfully delivered a stable platform that actively supports business operations, helping manage over 200 customers every month.
- Streamlined the transaction process through secure payment gateway integration, which directly contributed to generating up to $5K in annual revenue.
- Effectively translated the brand's visual identity into a seamless and professional digital experience for users.
What I learned
- Building a platform from a blank canvas taught me exactly what it takes to translate a detailed UI/UX design brief into a fully functional web application.
- Implementing a payment gateway gave me hands-on experience in processing live transactions securely, handling API webhooks, and ensuring a smooth payment flow for users.
- I learned how to align development work with actual business needs. Analyzing market trends and customer preferences gave me a much broader perspective on how a strong digital presence drives a brand forward.