Upgrade PHP Store to Next.js

I run an established e-commerce site that still runs on a legacy PHP codebase. I’m ready to modernise the stack and want the entire storefront rebuilt in Next.js while keeping every shopper-critical workflow intact.

Core functionality that must remain unchanged
• User accounts and profiles, including existing login credentials and order history
• Product catalog with advanced search and filtering
• Shopping cart and secure checkout flow

New capabilities to layer in during the rebuild
• AI-driven product recommendations surfaced on product and basket pages
• Verified customer reviews tied to each SKU

Key expectations
– Preserve all current data and URL structures so we don’t lose SEO equity.
– Integrate the existing payment gateway and shipping modules with no disruption.
– Optimise performance using Next.js best practices (SSR, image optimisation, code-splitting).
– Provide a clear migration plan so we can switch over with zero downtime.

Deliverables
1. Next.js source code in a Git repo with readable commits.
2. Database migration scripts or adapters to bridge the old PHP schemas to the new app.
3. Documentation covering setup, environment variables, and deployment steps.
4. A staged deployment on our test server for UAT, followed by live cut-over support.

I’m happy to answer any technical questions about the existing platform and will supply the current repo and schema diagrams once we begin. Let’s create a faster, more engaging shopping experience together. Show More