Database backup and restoration
If you have completed this chapter up to this point, then you already have a backup of your database, and exported it either via phpMyAdmin or via the command line. All you need to do is follow those same steps that we completed earlier to create another database backup. But wouldn't it be nice if we could automate this process so that we don't need to remember to manually back up everything We can. One method is to use the excellent WP-DB-Backup plugin This plugin not only allows you to...
Using an external Shipping Calculator
The WP e-Commerce plugin supports integration with UPS and USPS. As these are both third-party services, you should create an account with one or the other before you can offer them as valid shipping options. Using one of these services relieves you of some of the burden of determining how much shipping to charge. UPS or USPS will calculate it exactly for you and present the cost to the customer during checkout. The UPS Shipping Calculator differs from USPS in that it does not actually require...
Basic eShop setup and usage
Getting started with eShop is as easy as, if not easier than, YAK. The first step is to install the eShop plugin just like you would any other plugin for WordPress. Once it's installed, you will see in your Dashboard an eShop link under Settings and a full, expandable eShop side menu, as shown in the following screenshot There are only a few minor settings to configure before you can hit the ground running. To get started, click on the eShop link under Settings to make a few basic configuration...
Product Page Settings
The largest number of presentation options falls under the Product Page Settings category. The following screenshot shows the available options Select what product group you want to display on the products page Replace Page Title With Product Category Name Product Groups Only All products displayed O Sliding Product Groups 1 product per page Unless you purchased any of the Gold Cart upgrades, there is only one view available next to Product Display. Have no fear, the Gold Cart is not required...
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started with WordPress and e-Commerce WordPress is flexible and extensible Installing from the WordPress Dashboard Installing themes through the WordPress Dashboard Activating third-party themes 29 Enabling and disabling comments 31 Disabling comments on individual posts and pages 33 Removing comment traces from your theme 33 Setting up a static front page 36 WordPress SpamFree contact form 45 Chapter 3 Configure Your e-Commerce Settings_49 Base Country Region, Tax Settings,...
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