Vendor Marketplace Documentation

This repository contains documentation for the vendor marketplace built with AdonisJS v6, PostgreSQL, and Redis.
The goal is to provide a scalable and modular foundation for Zimbabwe’s e-commerce ecosystem.

Contents

1. Architecture Overview
2. Database ERD
3. API Routes
4. Business Logic
5. Model Definitions
6. Roadmap
7. Environment Variables
8. Contribution Guide

Project description

The vendor marketplace is designed to connect local vendors with customers through a user-friendly online platform. Key features include:

• Vendor registration and management
• Product listings with categories and search functionality
• Shopping cart and checkout process
• Order tracking and history
• Admin dashboard for overseeing marketplace activities
• Integration with payment gateways
• Scalability to accommodate growing user base and product listings
• Caching with Redis for improved performance
• Comprehensive testing to ensure reliability and stability