The Process

A Clear, Efficient Process for Custom Shopify Development

No hidden steps, no scope creep, no surprises. Just a methodical approach to building your custom Shopify theme in 3-5 weeks.

The biggest frustration with development projects? Unclear timelines, expanding scopes, and poor communication. My process eliminates these issues with a clear roadmap that keeps you informed every step of the way. We follow a proven workflow that balances efficiency with quality to deliver your custom Shopify theme on time and on budget - with no surprises.

Overview

Process At a Glance

Three key phases to deliver exceptional results

1

Discovery & Planning

We start with a discovery call and detailed questionnaire to understand your brand, goals, and requirements.

2

Design Creation

Custom Figma designs are created for your feedback, with two revision rounds included.

3

Development Sprints

Code is built in structured phases with weekly updates and demos at each milestone.

The Details

The 6-Step Development Process

A methodical approach from concept to launch

1. Discovery Call

A 30-minute call to align on your brand, customers, goals, timeline, and budget. Includes a walkthrough of my productized service and process.

2. Pre-Sprint Homework

You'll fill out a short brief covering brand info, design inspiration, product details, target customers, visual direction, and main business goals.

3. Design Created

Figma designs will include homepage, collection, product, cart, about, contact pages with typography, colors, spacing, and buttons customized for your brand.

4. Development Phases

Code is built from a custom boilerplate in 4 locked phases: (1) Homepage/Header/Footer, (2) Collection/Product/Cart, (3) Remaining pages, (4) Final pass.

5. Feedback & QA

Trello is used for async feedback with screenshots and video walkthroughs. Final QA includes manual testing and performance audit.

6. Handoff & Warranty

GitHub repo handover, video walkthrough, and 30-day warranty (90 days for Prime plan) complete the process.

Stay Informed

Clear Communication Throughout

No black boxes or weekly surprise meetings

Async Updates

Regular progress updates via Slack, with Loom video walkthroughs at each milestone to show the latest developments without interrupting your schedule.

  • Weekly written progress summaries
  • Milestone video walkthroughs
  • Transparent Trello board access

Direct Developer Access

Work directly with me throughout the process - no account managers, no junior developers, no communication barriers between you and the person building your store.

  • Direct messaging via Slack
  • One call per phase as needed
  • Technical questions answered directly

Timeframe

Typical Project Timeline

From kickoff to launch in 3-5 weeks

1

Discovery & Design

  • Initial consultation call
  • Brand brief & discovery
  • Figma design mockups
  • First feedback round
2-3

Core Development

  • Finalize designs
  • Homepage & navigation
  • Product template coding
  • Collection page templates
4

Secondary Pages

  • About & contact pages
  • Implement client feedback
  • Optimize checkout flow
  • Finalize core functionality
5

QA & Launch

  • Device/browser testing
  • Performance optimization
  • Final QA review
  • Handoff & documentation

After Launch

Post-Launch Support & Warranty

Ensuring your success beyond the initial development

Launch Package

30-Day Support
  • Bug fixes & critical issues
  • Basic theme tweaks
  • 48-hour response time
Recommended

Boost Package

60-Day Support
  • All Launch support features
  • Minor feature additions
  • 24-hour response time

Prime Package

90-Day Support
  • All Boost support features
  • Up to 5 hours/week of changes
  • Priority 12-hour response

Common Questions

Process FAQs

Ready to Start Your Project?

Book a discovery call to discuss your requirements and see if we're a good fit.