As a Shopify store developer, creating custom theme sections can sometimes be a time-consuming process. Recently, I used AI to generate a two-column section for a clients Shopify store, and the experience was both efficient and insightful. In this blog post, I’ll walk you through how AI helped me generate the code for a custom Shopify section and the steps I took to refine it.
Step 1: Defining the Requirements
Before diving into coding, I needed to outline my requirements:
A two-column section where the left side displays HTML content and the right side has a title, body text, and a button.
Separate HTML blocks for desktop and mobile views.
Proper padding and spacing for a polished look.
Mobile responsiveness with the left column stacking over the right column.
Step 2: Generating the Initial Code with ChatGPT
I described my needs to ChatGPT, and in return, it provided me with a solid foundation for my Shopify section. The initial output included:
A Shopify schema that allows customization within the Shopify theme editor.
HTML structure with placeholders for dynamic content.
CSS styling to handle layout, spacing, and responsiveness.
Step 3: Refining the Code
While the AI-generated code was a great start, I needed to make a few refinements:
Adjusting padding between the right column’s elements.
Ensuring the mobile layout had a 30px gap between stacked sections.
Adding a dedicated padding adjustment for mobile views.
Each refinement was made by iterating through small tweaks and validating the appearance in Shopify’s theme preview.
Step 4: Final Testing and Implementation
Once the code was refined, I tested it across different devices to ensure:
Proper responsiveness on mobile and desktop.
The correct display of HTML content for both desktop and mobile versions.
Adequate spacing and padding for a clean design.
Conclusion
Using AI to assist with Shopify development significantly streamlined the coding process. It allowed me to generate a solid starting point and focus on refining the details rather than building from scratch. If you're looking to enhance your Shopify store with custom sections, leveraging AI can save time and effort while still allowing for personalized adjustments.
Have you used AI for coding Shopify themes? Share your experience in the comments!
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