Shopify App CLI is a command line tool for developers that helps them create, manage, and deploy apps quickly and easily. The tool provides a set of commands that allow developers to quickly build, test, and deploy their apps. It also provides an easy way to manage the app’s configuration and dependencies. In this article, we will look at how to use the Shopify App CLI to develop apps.

Installing the Shopify App CLI

The first step in using the Shopify App CLI is to install it. The tool can be installed using npm, the Node Package Manager. To install the CLI, run the following command in the terminal:

npm install -g @shopify/app-cli

Creating an App

Once the Shopify App CLI is installed, you can use it to create an app. To create an app, you will need to provide the following information:

  • App name
  • App type
  • App scope
  • App folder

Once you have provided the necessary information, you can run the following command to create the app:

app create [name] [type] [scope] [folder]

Configuring the App

Once the app is created, you will need to configure it. This is done using the app configure command. This command will prompt you to provide the following information:

  • App name
  • App type
  • App scope
  • App folder
  • App API key
  • App secret key
  • App webhook secret

Once you have provided the necessary information, the app will be configured and ready to use.

Developing the App

Once the app is configured, you can start developing the app. The Shopify App CLI provides a set of commands to help you quickly develop your app. These commands include:

  • app serve: This command starts a development server for your app.
  • app build: This command builds your app for production.
  • app deploy: This command deploys your app to the Shopify App Store.

Testing the App

Once the app is developed, you will need to test it to make sure it works correctly. The Shopify App CLI provides a set of commands to help you test your app. These commands include:

  • app test: This command runs the tests for your app.
  • app lint: This command lints your app’s code.
  • app validate: This command validates your app’s configuration.

Once the tests are complete, you can deploy your app to the Shopify App Store.

Conclusion

In this article, we looked at how to use the Shopify App CLI to develop apps. We discussed how to install the CLI, create an app, configure the app, develop the app, and test the app. We also looked at how to deploy the app to the Shopify App Store. By using the Shopify App CLI, developers can quickly and easily create, manage, and deploy apps.