How to Build an Ecommerce Platform for Graded Comics with Integrated Reviews

An ecommerce store for graded comics featuring a tiled product view, user authentication for instant payments, and the ability to import reviews from external sources.

Simple Summary

This coding plan outlines the development of an ecommerce platform for selling graded comics, featuring a tiled view, user login for payments, and integration of external reviews.

Product Requirements Document (PRD)

Goals:

Create an ecommerce platform specialized for selling graded comics
Provide a user-friendly interface for browsing and purchasing comics
Integrate external reviews to enhance product information

Key Features:

Tiled view for comic listings
User authentication portal
Instant payment processing
Integration of reviews from other sites

User Requirements:

Ability to browse comics in a tiled layout
Secure login functionality for users
Seamless payment process for purchasing comics
Access to external reviews for informed decision-making

User Flows

Browse Comics: User enters site -> Views tiled comic listings -> Selects a comic for more details
Purchase Comic: User selects comic -> Logs in through authentication portal -> Proceeds to instant payment -> Completes purchase
Read Reviews: User views comic details -> Scrolls to review section -> Reads integrated reviews from external sources

Technical Specifications

Information not available in conversation.

API Endpoints

N/A

Database Schema

N/A

File Structure

/
├── frontend/
│   ├── src/
│   │   ├── components/
│   │   │   ├── TiledView/
│   │   │   ├── LoginPortal/
│   │   │   ├── PaymentProcessing/
│   │   │   └── ReviewIntegration/
│   │   ├── pages/
│   │   ├── styles/
│   │   └── utils/
│   ├── public/
│   └── package.json
├── backend/
│   ├── src/
│   │   ├── controllers/
│   │   ├── models/
│   │   ├── routes/
│   │   └── services/
│   ├── config/
│   └── package.json
├── database/
└── README.md

Implementation Plan

Set up project structure and version control
Implement backend infrastructure
Create database schema for comics and user data
Develop API endpoints for comic data and user authentication
Build frontend components:
- Tiled view for comic listings
- Login portal
- Payment processing integration
Implement review integration from external sources
Connect frontend to backend services
Perform testing and bug fixes
Deploy the application
Conduct user acceptance testing

Deployment Strategy

N/A

Design Rationale

The tiled view was chosen to provide an visually appealing and efficient way for users to browse comic listings. The login portal ensures secure access for users and enables instant payments, streamlining the purchasing process. Integration of reviews from other sites adds value by providing users with additional information to make informed decisions about their purchases.