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Assigning a Template Automatically to Child Resources
A plugin pattern for forcing child documents to inherit a specific template without asking editors to choose it manually every time.
Some content structures work best when child documents always use one known template. Instead of relying on editors to select it correctly every time, a lightweight plugin can assign the template automatically during resource creation.
Why It Helps
- fewer editor mistakes
- more consistent content structures
- less repetitive backend work
This is one of those small backend automation patterns that pays off immediately on content-heavy projects with repeated section structures.
Source: original community announcement.
Choosing Between miniShop and Shopkeeper for a New Store
A practical comparison of the two approaches teams considered most often when planning product options, comparison features, and 1C integration.
Persisting Shopkeeper Cart Sessions in the Database
Why storing cart sessions in the database can improve reliability and let visitors return to partially filled carts later.