Implement Multi-tenant Store Deployment System for Nonprofits

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Overview

We need to create an automated system that allows nonprofits to deploy their own customized stores without any technical knowledge. The system should handle all Fly.io deployments, Stripe integration, and store configuration through a simple web interface.

Problem Statement

Currently, deploying a new store instance requires technical knowledge of:

• Command line operations
• JSON configuration
• Fly.io account management
• Manual Stripe setup

This creates a significant barrier for nonprofits wanting to use our platform.

Proposed Solution

Create a multi-tenant deployment system where:

1. We maintain a single Fly.io account that hosts all stores
2. Nonprofits can deploy their store through a simple web form
3. Each store gets its own subdomain (e.g., nonprofit-name.yourstores.com)
4. All technical complexity is abstracted away

Technical Requirements

Infrastructure

• Set up master Fly.io account with appropriate permissions
• Configure DNS wildcard for *.yourstores.com
• Create base store image template
• Set up monitoring and logging system

Backend Service

• Create deployment service using Fly.io API
• Implement Stripe OAuth integration
• Handle subdomain management
• Store configuration management
• Error handling and rollback capabilities

Database Schema

Stores {
  id: uuid (primary key)
  subdomain: string (unique)
  name: string
  email: string
  status: enum ['active', 'pending', 'failed']
  stripeAccountId: string
  configuration: jsonb
  createdAt: timestamp
  updatedAt: timestamp
}

API Endpoints

• POST /api/stores - Create new store
• GET /api/stores/:subdomain - Get store status
• GET /api/stores - List all stores
• PUT /api/stores/:subdomain - Update store config
• DELETE /api/stores/:subdomain - Delete store

Security Considerations

• Rate limiting on store creation
• Validation of subdomain names
• Secure storage of Stripe credentials
• Access control for store management
• DDOS protection for individual stores

Acceptance Criteria

Store Creation

• Nonprofit can fill out a web form with:
  • Organization name
  • Contact email
  • Desired subdomain
  • Logo upload
  • Color scheme preferences
• System validates all inputs
• System checks subdomain availability
• Stripe integration completes via OAuth
• Store deploys successfully to Fly.io
• DNS is configured automatically
• Nonprofit receives email with store URL and access details

Store Management

• Nonprofit can view their store status
• Nonprofit can update store configuration
• System monitors store health
• System alerts on deployment failures
• System provides basic analytics

Error Handling

• Failed deployments rollback automatically
• System retries failed Stripe connections
• Users receive clear error messages
• Support team is notified of critical failures

Success Metrics

1. Deployment success rate > 99%
2. Average deployment time < 5 minutes
3. Zero manual intervention required for standard deployments
4. Support tickets related to deployment < 1%

Implementation Phases

Phase 1: Core Infrastructure

• Set up Fly.io master account
• Create base store template
• Implement deployment service
• Basic error handling

Phase 2: User Interface

• Create store configuration form
• Implement Stripe OAuth flow
• Basic store management dashboard
• Email notifications

Phase 3: Monitoring & Management

• Add health checks
• Implement analytics
• Advanced error handling
• Support tools

Questions to Resolve

1. What are the resource limits per store?
2. How do we handle custom domains?
3. What is the backup strategy?
4. How do we handle store updates/upgrades?

Resources Required

• Fly.io API access
• Stripe API access
• DNS management access
• Monitoring system access

Timeline Estimate

• Phase 1: 2 weeks
• Phase 2: 2 weeks
• Phase 3: 1 week
• Testing & Documentation: 1 week

Dependencies

• Fly.io account setup
• Base store application completion
• Stripe Partner account