--- title: Blog posts | Shopware Community Hub description: >- Browse Shopware blog posts — curated and community content for merchants and developers. canonical_url: 'https://hub.shopware.com/resources/blogs' page: 5 --- # Blog posts, Page 5 ## Community Submissions - [Escape vendor lock-in: The path to independence in uncertain times](https://shopware.com/news/escape-vendor-lock-in-in-uncertain-times): In uncertain times, technological dependence is often underestimated. What does vendor lock-in mean, why is it particularly risky right now, and how can you… - [Headless ecommerce platforms – powering scalable online retail](https://shopware.com/news/headless-e-commerce-plattform): Are you already headless? Discover in this post how headless commerce works, its key benefits, and why Shopware is the right choice for a headless architecture. - [Why TikTok Shop is a true game changer – and how to unlock its full potential with Shopware Multichannel Connect](https://shopware.com/news/discover-tiktok-shop): TikTok Shop is now live in Germany, France, and Italy – opening major social commerce opportunities. Learn how Shopware Multichannel Connect helps you sell… - [The Top 10 Ecommerce Trends for 2025 ](https://shopware.com/news/ecommerce-trends-2025): In this blog, you will learn which ecommerce trends are crucial for 2025, how to leverage them for your business, and how to future-proof your online store… - [How to dump Shopware 6 database](https://laenen.me/blog/how-to-dump-shopware-6-database): Learn how to use mysqldump to create a copy of your Shopware 6 database, while avoiding the common pitfalls. (submitted by Rune Laenen) - [Write better code with PHPStan and PHP CodeSniffer](https://laenen.me/blog/write-better-code-phpstan-phpcs): Learn how to set up and use PHPStan and PHP CodeSniffer (PHPCS) to write clean, maintainable, and error-free Shopware 6 code. Follow this step-by-step guide… (submitted by Rune Laenen) - [Built for the bold, ready for the future: How Shopware turns your complex business needs into growth](https://shopware.com/news/mastering-complexity-in-ecommerce-part-2): Discover how Shopware empowers ambitious businesses to master complexity, adapt faster, and unlock new growth opportunities with a flexible, future-ready… - [Shopware 6.7 Release Candidate 3 – now available](https://shopware.com/news/shopware-6-7-release-candidate-3): Get ready for the official release of Shopware 6.7: Discover the key technical updates in Release Candidate and start testing and adapting your extensions… - [Staying resilient in times of change: How global brands continue to grow with Shopware in uncertain times](https://shopware.com/news/how-global-brands-continue-to-grow-with-shopware-in-uncertain-times): Strategic platform decisions drive growth: Discover how Beijer Ref and BIOMARIS leveraged Shopware 6 to focus on centralization, automation, and resilience —… - [Introducing the Shopware Community Hub](https://shopware.com/news/introducing-the-shopware-community-hub): The Shopware Community Hub supports both your personal journey and the collective strength of the community, empowering all of us to grow together and succeed. - [From chaos to control: Mastering complexity in ecommerce](https://shopware.com/news/mastering-complexity-in-ecommerce): The world moves fast. Business moves faster. Complexity isn’t a roadblock—it’s your playing field. In this first article, we’re flipping the script on… - [Emerce 100 2026: Shopware ranked leading open source ecommerce platform](https://shopware.com/news/emerce100-shopware-awarded): What does the Emerce 100 recognition mean for you? Discover why open source, data control, and flexible architecture are essential in ecommerce. - [boxblinkracer's blog](https://www.boxblinkracer.com/blog/shopware-plugin-wcag-accessibility-testing): Accessibility Testing for Shopware Plugins with Cypress and Axe (submitted by Dennis Höting) - [Stability in uncertain times: Why choosing a reliable ecommerce platform matters now more than ever](https://shopware.com/news/stability-in-uncertain-times): In today’s unpredictable global climate, marked by geopolitical tensions, economic shifts, and regulatory changes, this blog explains why choosing a reliable,… - [How artificial intelligence is reshaping ecommerce](https://shopware.com/news/how-ai-is-changing-ecommerce): In this post, we'll explain AI's role in ecommerce and its benefits to both businesses and consumers. - [Omnichannel Commerce: How to optimize your sales strategy across all channels ](https://shopware.com/news/omnichannel-commerce): This blog explains how omnichannel commerce works, the key benefits it offers, and how to successfully connect all your sales channels with the right strategy. - [Voices of Ecommerce: Expert Insights on the Future of Online Retail in 2025](https://shopware.com/news/future-of-online-retail-in-2025): Explore what’s shaping ecommerce in 2025 – from AI personalization to seamless checkouts and global growth. This post shares expert insights from the Mollie… - [Shopware Developer Digest March 2025](https://shopware.com/news/shopware-developer-digest-march-2025): Here is a collection of resources dedicated to Shopware development and related topics. Learn about opinions and recommendations from the community, various… - [Extension Verifier: Lint, format and refactor extensions or projects££#](https://shopware.com/news/extension-verifier): Discover the Extension Verifier – a powerful developer tool for linting, formatting, and refactoring Shopware extensions. - [Efficient inventory management in ecommerce: How to tackle the elephant in the room!](https://shopware.com/news/efficient-inventory-management-in-e-commerce): Struggling with inventory? Learn how Shopware and Planet OMS help you manage stock, handle returns, and keep all channels in sync. - [Shopware 6.7 Release Candidate 2 – now available](https://shopware.com/news/shopware-6-7-release-candidate-2): Get ready for the official release of Shopware 6.7: Discover the key technical updates in Release Candidate and start testing and adapting your extensions… - [Real-Time Personalization in Headless Commerce: Strategies & Technologies](https://shopware.com/news/real-time-personalization): Real-time personalization boosts sales, loyalty, and user experience. Learn how to create tailored shopping journeys with Shopware’s headless commerce setup –… - [The Hybrid Sales Model: Redefining B2B Success](https://shopware.com/news/hybrid-sales-model-for-b2b): Discover why a hybrid sales model is not just a “nice-to-have” but a critical success factor in modern B2B business. - [Shopware Community Day and DMEXCO: The perfect duo for your business](https://shopware.com/news/shopware-community-day-2025): Postponed? Yes. Canceled? Never. The Shopware Community Day is happening – on September 16, right in a back-to-back ecommerce double feature with DMEXCO. Find… - [Deep Dive SEO Urls](https://shopware.com/news/deep-dive-seo-urls): In this blog post, we will explore the world of SEO URLs, why we chose that particular system, and how it works in Shopware. - [TikTok Shop with Shopware – Unlock the power of Social Commerce for your online business](https://shopware.com/news/tiktok-shop): TikTok Shop just launched in Germany. Learn how to sell your Shopware products on TikTok – with or without a connector. Includes step-by-step setup guide and… - [How to balance marketplaces and omnichannel commerce to win in B2B](https://shopware.com/news/b2b-marketplaces-vs-omnichannel): How can B2B brands leverage marketplaces without losing control over pricing and customer relationships? Learn how to balance marketplaces and omnichannel… - [B2B ecommerce: Opportunities, challenges, and solutions](https://shopware.com/news/b2b-ecommerce): B2B ecommerce has established itself as a powerful sales channel. But what benefits can you expect – and what challenges should you be prepared for? This… - [Optimizing the PayPal payment handler for the 6.7 release](https://shopware.com/news/optimizing-the-paypal-payment-handler-for-6-7-release): With PPI-1056, the PayPal extension has undergone one of its most significant internal refactors to date. This release is not just about modernizing the… - [Is your conversion rate stuck? Try these optimization tips now!](https://shopware.com/news/conversion-rate-optimization): Lots of traffic but barely any revenue? We’ll show you how to reduce cart abandonments and boost your conversion rates with hands-on tips and expert insights… - [PCI DSS 2025: What online merchants need to do now to stay compliant](https://shopware.com/news/pci-dss-2025): Starting April 2025, new requirements from the PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) will come into effect. In this article, we’ll show you… - [Shopware 6.7 Release Candidate 1 – now available](https://shopware.com/news/shopware-6-7-release-candidate-1): Get ready for the official release of Shopware 6.7: Discover the key technical updates in Release Candidate 1 and start testing and adapting your extensions… - [Empowering the customer: How digital self-service accelerates b2b sales and boosts customer satisfaction](https://shopware.com/news/digital-self-service): We’re spotlighting a major trend in B2B: Digital Self-Service. Learn how this approach relieves your sales team and boosts customer satisfaction in the long… - [Composable commerce – definition and advantages for your store](https://shopware.com/news/why-composable-commerce): Are rigid systems holding you back? Discover how composable commerce empowers you to adapt quickly to market changes and future-proof your business. - [Shopware Developer Digest February 2025](https://shopware.com/news/shopware-developer-digest-february-2025): Here is a collection of resources dedicated to Shopware development and related topics. Learn about opinions and recommendations from the community, various… - [Major 6.7 – when and why to upgrade](https://shopware.com/news/major-6-7-when-and-why-to-upgrade): Are you thinking about upgrading to Shopware 6.7? Find out in this article when it makes sense to upgrade and why the European Accessibility Directive (EAA)… - [Shopware AI Copilot: 12 AI features that revolutionize your ecommerce](https://shopware.com/news/shopware-ai-copilot): Artificial intelligence offers you many opportunities to improve your everyday ecommerce business. This article details the benefits that Shopware's… - [Expanding your reach: How Shopware Multichannel Connect helps you sell globally](https://shopware.com/news/sell-on-marketplaces-worldwide): Want to sell internationally? 56% of global ecommerce sales are generated via online marketplaces. Find out here how to successfully sell on global… - [6 challenges of global ecommerce expansion – and how to overcome them with Shopware](https://shopware.com/news/6-challenges-of-global-expansion): Expanding your ecommerce business internationally unlocks great opportunities but also big challenges. In this post, we’ll explore 6 challenges businesses… - [Cross-border ecommerce: What you need to know to go global](https://shopware.com/news/cross-border-ecommerce): Discover how you can open up new markets and scale your business internationally with cross-border ecommerce! In part 1 of this blog series, you will learn… - [Shopware 6 release news: Discover the new features in February 2025](https://shopware.com/news/shopware-6-release-news-february-2025): The new Shopware version 6.6.10.0 provides new features and improvements, e.g., a function for e-invoices and improved email integration with Office365. Find… - [Shopware Developer Digest January 2025](https://shopware.com/news/shopware-developer-digest-january-2025): Here is a collection of resources dedicated to Shopware development and related topics. Learn about opinions and recommendations from the community, various… - [No lock-ins, no limits. Best practices for a seamless migration to Shopware](https://shopware.com/news/vendor-lock-in-3): Avoid vendor lock-in and migrate to Shopware with confidence. Discover best practices for seamless replatforming, ensuring flexibility, scalability, and full… - [G2 Winter Reports 2025: Shopware leads in 13 categories](https://shopware.com/news/g2-reports-shopware-wins): Shopware shines in G2's 2025 Report, continuing its 2024 ecommerce success. In this blog post, you'll learn exactly what G2 is, how the review platform works,… - [Community announcement: Active development on GitHub](https://shopware.com/news/active-development-on-github): Since mid-December 2024, all active development on the shopware/shopware repo now happens exclusively in the open on GitHub. Learn more about this here! - [Breaking free from vendor lock-in: Strategic steps for decision makers](https://shopware.com/news/vendor-lock-in-2): With this second part of our series, we offer a strategic framework for identifying, mitigating, and ultimately overcoming vendor lock-in, empowering you to… - [Novel product recommendations: Vector-based approaches and intelligent comparison tables](https://shopware.com/news/vector-based-approaches-and-intelligent-comparison-tables): Vector-based recommendations and dynamic comparison tables can significantly improve the user experience and increase the conversion rate. This blog post… - [Global Kick-Off 2025: How Shopware started the new year](https://shopware.com/news/shopware-global-kick-off-2025): When the entire Shopware team comes together, it’s a big event. And when it also marks the start of a new year and celebrates 25 years of Shopware – even more… - [Vendor lock-in: The invisible growth barrier for upper mid-market businesses](https://shopware.com/news/vendor-lock-in-1): Uncover the hidden dangers of vendor dependency and how they impact scalability, innovation, and flexibility. Learn actionable strategies to break free,… - [How can search & discovery tools improve your online business?](https://shopware.com/news/doofinder-search-and-discovery-optimization): In this blog post, our partner DooFinder demonstrates how Shopware stores were able to boost their conversions with the Search and Discovery tool. Learn how… [Previous page](/resources/blogs/page-4.md) | [Next page](/resources/blogs/page-6.md)