Dorcas

Shopify Automation & API Integration Specialist

May 2026 - Present • 4 mos

Worked on Shopify automation, API integration, workflow automation, and system connectivity for businesses that wanted their Shopify store to operate as part of a larger technology ecosystem. Instead of treating Shopify as an isolated storefront, I connected Shopify with CRMs, marketing platforms, fulfillment systems, inventory tools, databases, communication platforms, analytics systems, and other business applications. My technical work included Shopify Admin API, Shopify GraphQL API, Shopify webhooks, REST-based integrations, third-party APIs, authentication, data synchronization, order automation, customer data workflows, inventory synchronization, product data processing, fulfillment workflows, notifications, and custom business logic. I used automation platforms including n8n, Make, and Zapier to connect Shopify with external systems and reduce repetitive manual work. I built workflows around events such as new orders, abandoned checkouts, customer creation, product updates, inventory changes, fulfillment updates, payment events, and other Shopify triggers. These automations could route information to CRMs, send notifications, update databases, trigger follow-ups, synchronize records, connect fulfillment services, and keep multiple business systems aligned. I also worked on troubleshooting failed integrations, webhook problems, API errors, authentication issues, duplicated records, incorrect field mapping, data synchronization problems, and automation workflows that stopped functioning correctly. My approach focuses on understanding the entire workflow from trigger to final action so that an automation is not only technically connected but actually useful to the business. This experience combines Shopify development with API integration, n8n automation, Make automation, Zapier workflows, webhooks, CRM integration, external APIs, and operational automation. It is ideal for Shopify businesses looking to eliminate repetitive tasks.

Shopify Automation & API Integration Specialist

Apr 2026 - Present • 5 mos

Specialized in Shopify theme development, Shopify Liquid customization, storefront troubleshooting, and custom Shopify functionality for businesses that need more than what the standard Shopify theme editor provides. I worked with existing Shopify themes and custom storefronts to identify technical limitations, fix broken components, improve user experiences, and implement new functionality without unnecessarily rebuilding the entire store. My work included Shopify Liquid development, Liquid templates, sections, blocks, snippets, JSON templates, metafields, product templates, collection pages, cart customization, navigation, product filtering, custom content sections, dynamic data, responsive layouts, and custom theme functionality. I also handled HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Shopify theme code when a problem required front-end development beyond Liquid. A major part of the work involved diagnosing Shopify theme bugs and resolving issues caused by theme modifications, third-party apps, custom code, Shopify updates, conflicting scripts, broken sections, mobile responsiveness problems, incorrect product displays, cart issues, and layout inconsistencies. Rather than simply changing code until something appears to work, I investigate the cause of the problem and implement a practical solution that fits the existing Shopify architecture. I also worked on Shopify storefront optimization, mobile-first improvements, product-page customization, collection merchandising, conversion-focused layouts, speed improvements, user experience enhancements, and technical cleanup. Where appropriate, I integrated Shopify themes with apps, APIs, external services, and automation workflows.

Shopify Architect & Technical Developer

Mar 2026 - Present • 6 mos

I handled Shopify theme customization, Shopify Liquid development, custom sections, snippets, templates, metafields, product page customization, collection layouts, navigation, cart functionality, responsive design, and storefront improvements. I also worked on Shopify API integrations, Shopify Admin API, GraphQL API, webhooks, third-party applications, payment-related integrations, CRM connections, fulfillment systems, inventory platforms, marketing tools, and custom business workflows. When a store had broken functionality, conflicting apps, Liquid errors, missing features, layout problems, checkout issues, or unexpected behavior after an update, I diagnosed the underlying technical issue instead of applying temporary fixes. My Shopify development work also included performance optimization, mobile responsiveness, conversion-focused storefront improvements, app configuration, custom functionality, data handling, and connecting Shopify with automation platforms such as n8n, Make, and Zapier. I approach Shopify projects from an architecture and problem-solving perspective, considering how the storefront, backend processes, apps, APIs, and business operations interact. Whether the requirement is Shopify store development, Shopify redesign, theme customization, Liquid coding, Shopify bug fixing, API integration, automation, performance optimization, or technical troubleshooting, I focus on creating solutions that are stable, maintainable, scalable, and aligned with the store's business goals.