Liquid Weekly Podcast: Shopify Developers Talking Shopify Development

Karl Meisterheim
Liquid Weekly Podcast: Shopify Developers Talking Shopify Development

Each episode hosts Karl and Taylor discuss the latest news and techniques for Shopify development. Hear about current projects, listen to interviews with developers and take your theme and app development skills to another level.

  1. Episode 42 - Karl and Taylor At It Again

    5 JUN

    Episode 42 - Karl and Taylor At It Again

    In this episode of the Liquid Weekly Podcast, hosts Karl Meisterheim and Taylor Page catch up on personal updates. They also delve into the world of Shopify development, discussing app creation and the intricacies of managed pricing. They discuss the challenges and considerations in app development, particularly within the Shopify ecosystem. and explore the importance of pricing strategies, the complexities of launching apps, and the role of AI in coding. *Episode Highlights* * Managing a public app can be a complex but fulfilling task. * Chores are essential for teaching kids about responsibility. * Transitioning to Shopify development requires patience and learning. The app development process can be complex and requires careful planning. * Pricing strategies are crucial for app success. * Feedback from initial users can guide app improvements before a full launch. * AI can assist in coding but may also complicate the process. * Choosing the right development framework is essential for project success. * Building apps that solve specific problems can be rewarding. * Community support is invaluable for developers facing challenges. * It's important to balance work with personal time and family commitments. *Timestampes* * 00:21 Welcome Back and Personal Updates * 03:09 Home Improvements and Gardening Adventures * 07:05 Family Activities and Music Festivals * 10:57 Kids Sports and Family Dynamics * 23:10 Transitioning to Shopify Development * 30:11 Navigating App Development Challenges * 33:06 Managing App Launch and Feedback * 37:14 Exploring Development Frameworks * 40:05 The Role of AI in Coding * 43:06 Building Apps for Specific Needs * 47:22 The Future of Shopify Development * 52:14 Change Log Updates and Community Insights * 01:01:11 Personal Picks and Recommendations * 01:08:13 LW podcast intro video.mp4 *Dev Changelog* * Store credit account balance now available in Liquid - https://shopify.dev/changelog/store-credit-account-balance-available-in-liquid * [action required] Deprecating gates types and fields across the GraphQL Admin, Storefront, and Functions APIs - https://shopify.dev/changelog/gates-api-sunset * Archiving outdated, unhelpful, and untrusted reviews on the Shopify App Store - https://shopify.dev/changelog/*archiving-outdated-unhelpful-and-untrusted-reviews-on-the-shopify-app-store * [action required] Updated Shopify Theme Store Requirements and Submission Process – Effective May 15, 2025 - https://shopify.dev/changelog/updated-shopify-theme-store-requirements-and-submission-process-effective-may-15-2025

    1h 8m

  2. 29 MAY · BONUS

    Special Episode: Eytan Seidman and Next Gen Dev Platform

    In this special episode of Liquid Weekly, Karl and Taylor sit down with Eytan Seidman, Product Director at Shopify, to unveil the exciting new Next Gen Dev Platform and its transformative features for developers. This comprehensive update aims to dramatically improve the developer experience with faster tooling, simplified data management, and a unified component system that works across all Shopify surfaces. Episode Highlights: Re-engineered Shopify app dev command with hot reloading capabilities Localhost development that eliminates need for tunnels Unified dev stores that align with all Shopify plans Declarative custom data for simplified metafield management Polaris unified web components delivered via CDN AI-powered function generation with MCP server New developer dashboard rebuilt from the ground up Find Eytan Online: Twitter(X): https://x.com/eytanseidman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eytan-seidman Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 05:30 - Improved Developer Experience 15:45 - Declarative Custom Data 30:20 - Polaris Unified Web Components 45:10 - AI-Powered Function Generation 52:30 - New Developer Dashboard 57:00 - Picks of the Week Resources: Shopify Developer Community: https://community.shopify.dev Next Gen Dev Platform Documentation: https://shopify.dev/docs Shopify MCP Server: https://shopify.dev/assistant Shopify App Tomography File Documentation: https://shopify.dev/docs/apps/tools/cli/configuration Polaris Unified Web Components: https://shopify.github.io/polaris Picks of the Week: Eytan: Ubiquiti networking gear Karl: Waymo driverless car experience Taylor: External hard drives for developers Sign Up for Liquid Weekly: Don't miss out on expert insights and tips—subscribe to Liquid Weekly for more content like this: https://liquidweekly.com/

    50 min

  3. 21 MAY · BONUS

    Special Episode: Bret Little and Storefront Web Components

    In this special episode of Liquid Weekly, Karl and Taylor sit down with Brett, Staff Engineer at Shopify, to unveil an exciting new project: Storefront Web Components. This groundbreaking initiative aims to make Shopify integration accessible to anyone with basic HTML knowledge, allowing merchants to embed commerce functionality anywhere on the web. Episode Highlights: Introduction to Storefront Components and their vision Deep dive into component architecture and implementation How to handle variants, cart functionality, and market-specific features Discussion of development process at Shopify Comparison with existing solutions like Buy Button SDK Future roadmap and potential use cases Find Brett Online Twitter(X): https://x.com/little_bret LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bretlittle/  Website: https://www.bretlittle.com/  Github: https://github.com/blittle  Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bretlittle.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bret.little/  Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 05:30 - What are Storefront Components? 15:45 - Technical Implementation Details 30:20 - Component Demo 45:10 - Development Process at Shopify 52:30 - Future Plans 57:00 - Picks of the Week Resources: Storefront Web Components: https://webcomponents.shopify.dev Playground: https://webcomponents.shopify.dev/playground Shopify Editions Summer ‘25: https://www.shopify.com/editions/summer2025 Blog post: https://www.shopify.com/news/summer-25-edition-dev Shopify Headless Documentation: https://shopify.dev/docs/storefronts/headless  Web Components Documentation: https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/API/Web_components  Picks of the Week: Brett: Microsoft TypeScript Go Announcement & AI Assistant Article Karl: Ben McIntyre's SAS History Books Taylor: Naked Nutrition Protein Powder Sign Up for Liquid Weekly: Don't miss out on expert insights and tips—subscribe to Liquid Weekly for more content like this: https://liquidweekly.com/

    1h 2m
  4. Episode 41 - Karl and Taylor Talk Shop

    8 MAY

    Episode 41 - Karl and Taylor Talk Shop

    In this episode of the Liquid Weekly Podcast, hosts Karl Meisterheim and Taylor Page discuss a variety of personal and professional topics. They discuss rebranding efforts for Liquid Weekly and the importance of community engagement in their work. Eventually they get around to discussing various aspects of app development, including building a resource hub, the importance of internationalization, and the role of AI in enhancing productivity. *Episode Highlights* * Taylor recently underwent eye surgery, improving his vision significantly. * Shopify development tools are evolving based on user feedback. * Monetization strategies for tools can enhance community engagement. * The hosts discuss the importance of work-life balance during summer. * Rebranding efforts for Liquid Weekly are underway to improve its image. * Internationalization is essential for reaching a global audience. * AI can significantly improve productivity in app development. * Client work is evolving towards subscription models for flexibility. * Understanding app development challenges is crucial for success. * Liquid and Shopify updates are vital for developers to stay informed. * Shopify's revenue share changes impact app developers significantly. *Timestamps* * 08:04 Vision Transformation: The ICL Surgery * 13:59 Shopify Insights: Building Tools for Developers * 20:15 Community and Collaboration: The Shopify Developer Alliance * 24:22 Balancing Work and Family Life * 38:53 Rebranding and Community Engagement * 43:04 Developing a Public App * 47:05 The Gap in App Development Resources * 50:35 Evolving Freelance Work and Client Relationships * 53:22 The Impact of AI on Productivity * 57:34 Navigating AI Limitations in Development * 59:50 Shopify Developments and Liquid Hackathon * 01:05:08 Shopify App Developer Revenue Changes * 01:08:31 Updates on Shopify's POS and WebPixels API * 01:13:02 Picks of the Week and Closing Thoughts * 01:19:48 LW podcast intro video.mp4 *Dev Changelog* * Update to Shopify’s app developer revenue share - https://shopify.dev/changelog/update-to-shopifys-app-developer-revenue-share * [action required] POS UI Extensions - Cart API: Customer fields removed from subscribable hook - https://shopify.dev/changelog/pos-ui-extensions-cart-api-customer-fields-removed-from-subscribable-hook * [action required] Web Pixels API: event.data.checkout.subtotalPrice.amount value change on the new /thank-you page and checkout events - https://shopify.dev/changelog/web-pixels-api-eventdatacheckoutsubtotalpriceamount-value-change-on-the-new-thank-you-page-and-checkout-events * Refund to Store Credit - https://shopify.dev/changelog/refund-to-store-credit * More automated checks for app review pre-submission page - https://shopify.dev/changelog/more-automated-checks-for-app-review-pre-submission-page * [action required] Payment apps can no longer be embedded in the Shopify admin - https://shopify.dev/changelog/payment-apps-can-no-longer-be-embedded-in-the-shopify-admin

    1h 20m

  5. 24 APR

    Episode 40 - Ole Thorup on How to Scale Shopify Apps with Cloudflare

    In this episode of Liquid Weekly, Karl and Taylor sit down with Ole Thorup, seasoned Shopify developer and creator of Accentuate Custom Fields and now Shopify Apps Espresso Editor and Espresso Live Metafields, to explore the power and possibilities of CloudFlare in Shopify app development.*Episode Highlights:** Ole's journey from COBOL developer to Shopify merchant to app developer* Deep dive into CloudFlare's features including Workers, Queues, and Durable Objects* How to handle app scaling and performance optimization* Tips for managing large-scale Shopify stores with 100,000+ products* Insights into building Espresso apps and live metafields* The evolution from traditional hosting to serverless architecture*About Ole Thorup:*Ole is a developer with 40 years of experience who transitioned from banking and telecom to Shopify development. After creating and selling the successful Accentuate Custom Fields app, he now runs Espresso with his son, continuing to innovate in the Shopify ecosystem.*Find Ole Online** Twitter/X - https://x.com/olethorup* Espresso Apps - https://espressoapps.com/*Timestamps:*00:00 - Introduction05:30 - Ole's Background12:45 - CloudFlare Deep Dive30:20 - App Architecture45:10 - Scaling and Performance52:30 - Shopify Dev Changelog57:00 - Picks of the Week*Resources:** Cloudflare - https://www.cloudflare.com/* Cloudflare Learning Center - https://www.cloudflare.com/learning/* Cloudflare Developer docs - https://developers.cloudflare.com/* Peacock’s Serverless Apps of Cloudflare - https://pragprog.com/titles/apapps/serverless-apps-on-cloudflare/* Flared Up - https://research.cloudflare.com/outreach/updates/mailinglist/* How Shopify Uses Cloudflare - https://www.cloudflare.com/case-studies/shopify/* Tanstack - https://tanstack.com/* Shadcdn/ui - https://ui.shadcn.com/*Dev Changelog** New opacity controls for theme colors - https://shopify.dev/changelog/new-opacity-controls-for-theme-colors* App ratings now factor in trust signals, with reviews from lower-trust shops carrying less weight. - https://shopify.dev/changelog/app-ratings-now-factor-in-trust-signals* New Inventory Transfers experience available for testing in Dev Preview - https://shopify.dev/changelog/new-inventory-transfers-experience-available-for-testing-in-dev-preview* Introducing PRODUCT_CATEGORY_ID_WITH_DESCENDANTS in CollectionRuleColumn for smart collections - https://shopify.dev/changelog/introducing-productcategoryidwithdescendants-in-collectionrulecolumn-for-smart-collections*Picks of the Week:** Ole: Black Mirror Season 7* Karl: King Solomon's Mines by H. Rider Haggard* Taylor: TalkingShop.dev Podcast*Sign Up for Liquid Weekly:*Don't miss out on expert insights and tips—subscribe to Liquid Weekly for more content like this: https://liquidweekly.com/

    57 min

  6. 10 APR

    Episode 39 - Prakhar Shrivastava With FoxSell

    In this episode of the Liquid Weekly Podcast, hosts Karl Meisterheim and Taylor Page welcome Prakhar, co-founder of FoxSell, to discuss his journey into software development, the intricacies of Shopify's cart transformations, and the challenges of running a Shopify app. They explore the benefits and use cases of cart transformations, the importance of understanding customer segments, and the complexities of app pricing and acquisition strategies. The conversation also touches on the non-technical aspects of app development and concludes with personal picks of the week. *Takeaways* - Prakhar's journey into software development began with a conventional path in engineering. - Cart transformations allow for bundling products in a more user-friendly way. - Understanding customer segments is crucial for app development and marketing. - The App Store can be a tricky space for new apps due to competition and review dynamics. - Leveraging Shopify's infrastructure can enhance reliability and performance for app developers. - The importance of customer support in obtaining positive app reviews cannot be overstated. - App pricing strategies should be carefully considered to ensure market competitiveness. - The future of cart transformations looks promising with ongoing developments in Shopify functions. - Non-technical challenges in app development are just as important as technical ones. - Building for Shopify can provide significant advantages in the e-commerce space. *Timestamps* 00:00 The Journey into App Development 06:15 Exploring Cart Transformations 14:26 Understanding Cart Transformation Mechanics 18:00 The Evolution of Bundling Technology 23:48 Innovative Use Cases for Cart Transform API 27:30 Challenges and Opportunities in Cart Transform 34:42 Navigating the App Development Landscape 50:14 Building Trust and Reliability in E-commerce 01:00:53 Enhancements in UI Extensions and Attributes API 01:02:29 Tech Picks of the Week: Hardware and Software 01:05:07 The Evolution of Apple's Touch Bar 01:06:56 Microphone Recommendations for Quality Sound 01:08:14 Building with Polaris: A Game Changer for Shopify Apps 01:10:16 The Importance of Pricing in App Development 01:12:25 Reflections on Development and Innovation 01:12:59 LW Podcast Outro.mp4 *Changelog* - Shopify.dev MCP Server - https://shopify.dev/changelog/mcp-server-for-the-shopify-dev-assistant - New webhook to track updates to checkout and accounts configuration - https://shopify.dev/changelog/new-webhook-to-track-updates-to-checkout-and-accounts-configuration - Liquid support for OKLCH colors - https://shopify.dev/changelog/liquid-support-for-oklch-colors - Developer Preview: Localhost-based development for shopify app dev - https://shopify.dev/changelog/developer-preview-localhost-based-development-for-shopify-app-dev - Checkout UI extensions: Attributes API now supports removing cart and checkout attributes - https://shopify.dev/changelog/checkout-ui-extensions-attributes-api-now-supports-removing-cart-and-checkout-attributes *Resources* - FoxSell https://www.foxsell.app/ - Eytan Tweet about BFS changes based on feedback https://x.com/eytanseidman/status/1903110665360794091 - Mat De Sousa poll on Twitter https://x.com/DsMatie/status/1906318592712261895 *Find Prakhar Online* - LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/prakhars96/ - X https://x.com/PrakharS96 *Signup for Liquid Weekly Newsletter* Don't miss out on expert insights and tips—subscribe to Liquid Weekly for more content like this delivered right to your inbox each week - https://liquidweekly.com/

    1h 13m

  7. 27 MAR

    Episode 038 - Jan Frey on How to Become a Shopify Developer in 2025

    In this episode of the Liquid Weekly Podcast, hosts Karl Meisterheim and Taylor Page welcome back Jan Frey, one of the greatest Shopify development teachers on the web with the incredibly helpful and popular YouTube channel Coding with Jan.The conversation covers a range of topics including the current landscape of Shopify development, strategies for finding clients, the importance of professionalism, and the evolving role of AI in web development. Jan shares insights on his new JavaScript training program aimed at helping developers enhance their skills, while also discussing the significance of soft skills in client interactions. Takeaways Finding clients often comes from referrals and established relationships.Professionalism is key in differentiating yourself as a developer.AI tools can enhance productivity but should not replace human developers.Soft skills are just as important as technical skills in client interactions.Building a solid portfolio and online presence is crucial for new developers.JavaScript is essential for Shopify development and should be learned thoroughly.Understanding the Shopify admin and Liquid is vital for effective development.Networking and community engagement can lead to more opportunities.Creating content can help establish authority and attract clients.Continuous learning and adapting to new tools is necessary for success in development.Introducing the .dev Assistant VSCode Extension - https://shopify.dev/changelog/introdu...[action required] Checkout APIs will be shut down April 1, 2025 - https://shopify.dev/changelog/checkou...[action required] AMAZON_PAY enumerated in DigitalWallets - https://shopify.dev/changelog/amazonp...[action required] Metafield description input field removal - https://shopify.dev/changelog/metafie...New customer address capabilities in the Admin API - https://shopify.dev/changelog/new-cus... Timestamps 00:00 Exploring Shopify Development and Educational Initiatives01:25 The Evolution of Development in 202504:23 Finding Clients and Building a Portfolio07:21 Soft Skills in Development and Client Interaction13:15 Navigating Cold Outreach Strategies17:30 Building a Professional Online Presence22:59 The Importance of Referrals and Networking31:52 Establishing Technical Knowledge in Development38:49 The Future of Development in an AI World40:47 The Role of AI in Web Development46:04 Essential Skills for Freelance Developers47:03 Mastering JavaScript for Shopify52:56 Shopify Updates and Changes01:01:35 Personal Highlights and Future CollaborationsFind Jan OnlineYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CodingwithJanLinkedIn:   / jan-frey   Twitter (X): https://x.com/Coding_with_Jan Website: https://codingwithjan.com/Freemote: https://www.freemote.com/Javascript Training: https://www.codingwithjan.com/javascr... ResourcesLuck Sail:    • The little risks you can take to incr...   Dev ChangelogPicks of the WeekKarl: Ruby on Rails and Web Assembly - https://web.dev/blog/ruby-on-rails-on...Jan: Working with Shopify Academy - https://www.shopifyacademy.com/Taylor: GoRuck Weighted Vest - https://www.goruck.com/products/train... Signup for Liquid Weekly NewsletterDon't miss out on expert insights and tips—subscribe to Liquid Weekly for more content like this delivered right to your inbox each week - https://liquidweekly.com/

    1h 2m

  8. 13 MAR

    Episode 037 - Ruben Bristian with Krown Themes

    In this episode of the Liquid Weekly Podcast, hosts Karl Meisterheim and Taylor Page welcome Ruben Bristian, co-founder of Krown Themes, to discuss the intricacies of Shopify theme development. Ruben shares his journey from WordPress to Shopify, the challenges of adapting to Liquid, and the importance of understanding merchant needs. The conversation delves into the theme development process, including design collaboration, quality assurance, and the impact of new Shopify features. Ruben emphasizes the balance between creating user-friendly themes for merchants while also considering the developer experience. The episode concludes with insights on the evolving landscape of Shopify themes and the importance of accessibility and market trends in development. Takeaways - The importance of understanding merchant needs in theme development. - Accessibility is a continuous improvement area in theme design. - Quality assurance involves feedback from support teams and demo stores. - The development process is iterative and involves collaboration with designers. - Shopify themes must balance simplicity and functionality for merchants. - New features in Shopify can impact existing themes significantly. - Developers should consider the user experience when building themes. - Market trends influence the features included in themes. - Ruben's team focuses on creating unique solutions for niche markets. Timestamps 00:00 Ruben Bristian's Journey to Shopify Development 09:18 The Evolution of Shopify Themes 19:11 Theme Development Process and Challenges 29:16 Focus on Merchant Needs and Accessibility 32:34 Adapting to Shopify Updates 35:56 Feature Selection and Merchant Needs 39:13 Building Unique Features and Market Gaps 42:06 Submission Process to Shopify 44:29 Development Tools and Frameworks 49:17 Collaboration and Design Process 57:35 Personal Updates and Picks of the Week 59:15 Shopify's Theme Submission Process and Naming Challenges Find Ruben Online - Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubenbristian/ - Website - https://www.krownthemes.com/ - Shopify listings - https://themes.shopify.com/designers/krownthemes Dev Changelog - Flow: Template extensions no longer block deploys - https://shopify.dev/changelog/flow-template-extensions-no-longer-block-deploys- Liquid arrays now support the find, find_index, has, and reject filters - https://shopify.dev/changelog/liquid-arrays-now-support-the-find-findindex-has-and-reject-filters- No-op for unchanged metafields and metaobjects - https://shopify.dev/changelog/no-op-for-unchanged-metafields-and-metaobjects- Reserved prefix protection for metafields and metaobjects - https://shopify.dev/changelog/reserved-prefix-protection-for-metafields-and-metaobjects Picks of the Week - Ruben - Newborn! - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infant - Karl - Severance on Apple TV - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Severance_(TV_series) - Taylor - Person of Interest - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Person_of_Interest_(TV_series) Signup for Liquid Weekly Newsletter Don't miss out on expert insights and tips —subscribe to Liquid Weekly for more content like this delivered right to your inbox each week - https://liquidweekly.com/

    1h 3m
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