Commerce Today

Episode 130: Claude Code Shrinks Ecommerce Re-Platforms from 6 Months to 1-Week

July 7th, 2025  |  22 mins 22 secs

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In this episode of Commerce Today, Joshua Warren dives into the latest advancements in AI coding agents and what they mean for ecommerce development. He shares how tools like Claude Code are drastically reducing project timelines—turning what used to be six-month replatforming efforts into one-week sprints. Drawing from a recent proof of concept, Joshua explains how a six-step AI loop (plan → code → test → commit → CI → repeat) positions AI as a powerful coding partner for Magento, Shopify, and Adobe Commerce projects. He also discusses how smaller dev shops can now compete with large teams, why extension developers need to rethink pricing and testing strategies, and how value-based pricing is overtaking traditional billable hours. Whether you're a developer or decision-maker, this episode offers practical insights into the rapidly evolving role of AI in ecommerce.

Episode 122: Is Hyvä the Fast Track to a Modern Frontend? 5 Tests for Any Ecommerce Team

May 6th, 2025  |  13 mins 5 secs

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A slow storefront hurts conversions and revenue. In just 13 minutes, learn five actionable tests to see if Hyvä should replace your current Magento/Adobe Commerce theme—or if switching platforms altogether is worth it for better performance. No fluff, just practical steps.

Episode 119: From Kickbacks to Collaboration: E-Commerce Partnerships Explored

April 15th, 2025  |  13 mins 56 secs

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In this episode of Commerce Today, Joshua Warren, CEO of Creatuity, dives into what makes a true e-commerce partnership. He breaks down the difference between partnerships driven by profit and those built to genuinely support merchants. Josh spotlights four standout partners—IPaaS, ShipperHQ, dotDigital, and Adobe—and shares how they help elevate the e-commerce experience. He also invites North Texas pros to a local meetup at Martin House Brewing and offers a free session to solve your biggest e-commerce challenge. Don’t miss it!

Episode 117: Solving E-Commerce Challenges: Systems, Processes, and People

April 1st, 2025  |  19 mins 12 secs

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In this episode of Commerce Today, host Joshua Warren breaks down common e-commerce challenges into three core categories: systems, processes/policies, and people. Drawing from years of experience, he shares how to pinpoint and solve these issues—and why it's crucial to address them before considering a platform switch. Joshua also teases future episodes on Adobe Commerce as a Cloud Service and invites listeners to upcoming North Texas e-commerce meetups.

Episode 116: Shopify vs. Adobe: The New SaaS Showdown

March 25th, 2025  |  14 mins 41 secs

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In this episode of Commerce Today, we break down the key announcements from Adobe Summit, with a focus on Adobe's new SaaS version of Adobe Commerce. We explore the launch details, features, and impact of Adobe Commerce Cloud Service and Adobe Commerce Optimizer, discussing what they mean for merchants, agencies, and the broader e-commerce ecosystem.

Tune in as we analyze the pros and cons of these innovations, their potential to reduce total cost of ownership, improve site performance, and provide greater flexibility in the evolving e-commerce landscape. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of Magento and Adobe Commerce!

Episode 100: Fixing Performance Pain: Magento & Adobe Commerce B2B Composable Commerce

December 3rd, 2024  |  19 mins 40 secs

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This episode of Commerce Today tackles common challenges for B2B e-commerce leaders, including slow site performance, downtime, costly maintenance, and integration issues. Discover how composable commerce and MACH principles can deliver a faster, more reliable, and cost-effective solution for your Adobe Commerce or Magento site.

Episode 72: How to Approach Adobe Commerce Upgrade Without Jumping into a Rabbit Hole of Hours

May 21st, 2024  |  17 mins 52 secs

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Join Darin Newbold, COO, and Anna Krzyzanska, Solutions Architect, as they demystify the Adobe Commerce upgrade process. In this engaging episode, they offer actionable insights for tackling upgrades, covering everything from project assessments to post-upgrade support. This guide provides a roadmap for a successful Adobe Commerce journey, essential for both tech enthusiasts and business leaders looking to maximize their e-commerce platform's potential.