The Unofficial Shopify Podcast Inside Shopify Editions.dev 2025
Jun 10, 2025
Anne Thomas, co-founder of DesignPacks, dives into Shopify's AI-driven features unveiled at Editions.dev 2025. Ezra Firestone, founder of Smart Marketer, discusses the implications of a global cart and the evolving e-commerce landscape. Karl Meisterheim, author of Liquid Weekly, highlights the integration of AI for app development and theme customization. They explore challenges and innovations, including Shopify's push for enhanced site quality and user experience. Expect a blend of humor and insight as they navigate the future of commerce together!
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Using AI to Generate Theme Blocks
- Test the new AI block generator in the Horizon theme to enhance design creativity.
- Note that it generates only blocks, not full sections, and requires themes supporting universal blocks.
AI Is Powerful but Limited
- AI is extremely powerful but still lacks real-world understanding, requiring user context.
- The key to reducing fear around AI is by using it and understanding its limitations.
Do Regular Quality Assurance Checks
- Regularly perform quality assurance on your online store, especially on mobile devices.
- Get friends or heavy online shoppers to review your site to spot obvious improvements for conversions.