Manage Apps and Dev Stores Seamlessly with Dev Platform

Executive summary:

• Introducing Shopify's Dev Platform for app and store management.
• Centralized dashboard for streamlined operations.
• Available to all Shopify Plus merchants for improved efficiency.

What changed

Shopify's new Dev Platform gives merchants a centralized place to manage both apps and development stores. With the new Dev Dashboard, you can organize and control your custom app development more efficiently. The platform includes features such as instant app previews and the ability to define metafields directly within app configurations.

Why it matters

For Shopify Plus merchants, managing multiple apps and dev stores can be cumbersome. This new platform simplifies workflow, improves integration, and enhances team collaboration. It enables faster prototyping and reduces overhead costs, ensuring your apps remain effective and up to date.

Role-specific impact

• Marketers: Gain faster access to testing environments, aligning app functionality with marketing campaigns efficiently.
• Developers: Utilize the platform's tools for seamless integration and higher reliability in app performance.
• Store admins: Benefit from a consolidated view of apps and stores, enhancing management capabilities.

Use-case example

Real-world scenario & metric

Consider a large retail merchant managing multiple online campaigns. By using the Dev Platform, they could create testing environments quickly, reducing development time by 30% and increasing overall campaign effectiveness.

Implementation checklist

1. Log in to your Shopify Plus account.
2. Navigate to the Dev Dashboard.
3. Link your current apps and dev stores.
4. Begin utilizing instant preview commands for your apps.
5. Define and update metafields in the configuration panel.

FAQ

Q: Can I use the Dev Platform on all Shopify plans?
A: Yes, it is available to all merchants.

Q: How does instant preview improve app development?
A: It allows immediate feedback and testing, speeding up the development cycle.

Resources

Read more about app development in the Shopify Dev Dashboard documentation.

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