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E-commerce / Architecture

PHP, custom OpenCart fork, advanced ORM, MVC patterns, PHPUnit, MySQL, Apache

OpenCart fork with a robust ORM layer, advanced MVC patterns, improved module management, PHPUnit tests, and a base for an e-commerce platform with repair tracking.

PHP Backend
ORM Custom
PHPUnit Tests
Dev Role

The fork adds an ORM layer that abstracts database operations. Instead of SQL queries scattered throughout the code (OpenCart's original approach), the models expose clear business methods. Advanced MVC patterns structure the separation between logic, data and presentation.

The redesigned module system makes it possible to add features (shipping carriers, payments, promotions) without modifying the core code. PHPUnit tests cover the critical operations: cart calculation, promotion application, order validation. This solid foundation accelerated the development of each client store.

Technical architecture

OpenCart fork with a robust ORM layer for data abstraction.

Advanced MVC architecture with separation of responsibilities.

Improved module system for extensibility.

PHPUnit tests for framework reliability.

Technical base for an e-commerce platform with repair tracking.

Apache deployment with optimized configuration.

Technical highlights

Custom ORM

Advanced abstraction layer

PHPUnit

Automated tests

Fork

Improved OpenCart

Technical stack

PHP
OpenCart
MySQL
PHPUnit
Apache
jQuery
Role Full-Stack Developer
Duration 2011-2013
Engagement Full-time employment (Tier D)

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