FAQ from Deco.cx
What is Deco.cx?
Deco.cx is an open-source, headless frontend platform that enables businesses to create authentic, high-performance digital experiences.
How to use Deco.cx?
To use Deco.cx, simply sign up for an account, create a new project, and start building your web app using Deno, JSX, TS, and Tailwind. You can leverage the platform's visual editor, code editor, and AI-powered code and content capabilities to speed up your development process.
What is deco.cx?
Deco.cx is the frontend platform that bridges the gap between basic no-code site builders and complex full-code setups, allowing businesses of all sizes to create high-performance, fully personalized and AI-native web experiences.
Does deco.cx replace my current commerce platform?
No, deco.cx acts as a complementary headless frontend layer for your existing commerce platform. It integrates seamlessly with any commerce platform that has open APIs, enhancing your store's development, performance, and experience, without replacing your current system.
What tech stack does deco.cx use?
Deco.cx uses Deno, Preact, Tailwind, and Fresh. Deno offers a secure runtime for JavaScript and TypeScript, while Preact is a lightweight, React-compatible framework. Tailwind facilitates optimized web styling, and Fresh is a modern server-side web framework designed for Deno.
How does deco.cx ensure fast websites?
Deco.cx employs state-of-the-art techniques to deliver the smallest payloads with minimal latency. These techniques encompass server-side rendering, dynamic image resizing and encoding, server actions, an islands architecture, just-in-time CSS generation, and edge infrastructure spread across 35 regions, among many others.
Can deco.cx integrate with existing marketing tools?
Yes, deco.cx can seamlessly integrate with a wide range of marketing tools and platforms, enabling you to streamline your marketing efforts and enhance customer engagement.
Does deco.cx support multi-language and multi-region ecommerce sites?
Yes, deco.cx is built to support multi-language and multi-regional functionalities, making it an ideal solution for global ecommerce platforms seeking to provide localized experiences.
What kind of support does deco.cx offer for developers?
deco.cx provides extensive developer support including detailed documentation, a responsive community on Discord, and direct access to our technical team for guidance and troubleshooting.
Is deco.cx suitable for businesses of all sizes?
Absolutely! deco.cx is designed to scale with your business, whether you are a startup or a large enterprise.
How can I learn more about deco.cx?
For an in-depth understanding of deco.cx, join our community on Discord, read our documentation, or connect with our sales team.
What does the implementation process with deco.cx look like?
Implementing deco.cx involves migrating your ecommerce store's frontend to our tech stack. This can be efficiently executed by one of deco.cx's system integration partner agencies (SIs), an independent tech expert, or your in-house development team. The timeframe varies from 2 weeks to 3 months, depending on your store's complexity.
Is deco.cx open-source?
About 80% is already open source at deco-cx/deco (our engine) and deco-cx/apps (our integrations). We are working hard to provide a fully self-hosted and open-source version in Q1 2024. Bear with us as we nail the final details that will allow for long-term extensibility.
As a developer, can I host multiple customer projects in my personal team?
Yes! Starting from $9 USD/month, you can add custom domains for unlimited sites (according to our free usage policy limits) and even invite collaborators to edit content.