Scalable Frappe-Next.js E-commerce Site Development

Project Overview: We are looking to develop a modern, scalable e-commerce website that uses a Frappe-based backend for product management and order processing, and a [login to view URL] frontend for serving static pages. The goal is to create a high-performance, easy-to-maintain e-commerce solution that can be used for our brand's online presence, with a focus on providing a rich customer experience. Technology Stack: Backend: Frappe Framework (ERPNext customization or custom Frappe application). Frontend: [login to view URL] for static site generation and React components. Database: MariaDB (default Frappe database). API Integration: REST API or GraphQL for communication between Frappe and Next.js. Server Environment: Ubuntu, Nginx for proxy and load balancing. Project Requirements: Backend (Frappe): Develop a custom Frappe application (or customize ERPNext) to manage the following data models: Products: Manage product information (name, description, price, images, SKU, stock). Orders: Manage orders, including payment status, customer information, and shipping details. Customers: Manage customer profiles, including order history and addresses. Inventory: Track stock levels and manage product availability. Provide RESTful API endpoints to allow data retrieval and creation for the frontend (e.g., product listings, order creation). Set up necessary security mechanisms, including JWT or OAuth2 for API authentication. Frontend ([login to view URL]): Create a modern, responsive user interface for the following key pages: Home Page: Product highlights, promotions, and categories. Product Listing Page: List all available products with filters for categories, price, etc. Product Details Page: Detailed view of each product, including image gallery and description. Cart & Checkout Pages: Allow users to add products to their cart and proceed through checkout. Use getStaticProps and getStaticPaths to generate static pages for product details, with Incremental Static Regeneration (ISR) for dynamic updates. Integrate the frontend with the Frappe backend via REST API for product data, order submission, and user authentication. Deployment & Performance Optimization: Backend Deployment: Deploy Frappe on a cloud server using Docker or native setup. Nginx will be used for load balancing and as a reverse proxy. Frontend Deployment: Deploy the [login to view URL] app on Vercel or Netlify, ensuring it leverages Incremental Static Regeneration for efficient performance. Optimize images using [login to view URL] Image component and ensure fast page load times. Cache product data on the frontend to reduce API call frequency and improve user experience. Authentication and Security: Implement a customer login and registration system. Secure all API endpoints to ensure that data operations can only be performed by authenticated users. Use HTTPS and ensure that all data transmissions are encrypted. Payment Integration: Integrate a payment gateway (such as Stripe or PayPal) for processing customer payments. Securely manage payment transactions and connect them with the order system in the backend. Key Deliverables: A fully functional e-commerce backend based on Frappe that includes product, order, customer, and inventory management. A Next.js-based static e-commerce website, fully integrated with the Frappe backend. Documentation detailing the deployment process, architecture, and usage. Testing to ensure stability, security, and performance. Candidate Requirements: Proven experience with Frappe and ERPNext development. Proficiency in building and deploying [login to view URL] applications. Strong understanding of RESTful API integration. Experience with e-commerce platforms and payment gateway integration. Ability to provide a timeline and meet project deadlines.