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Theme development Cycle
Theme development Cycle

This guide will help you navigate all the needed steps and details to develop your theme successfully.

Updated over a year ago

Theme Development Roadmap

To effectively start your journey in theme creation, follow these guided steps:

  1. Read through Documentation: Start by familiarizing yourself with the Zid Themes Documentation. Begin with foundational topics like the theme file structure and Twig syntax. As you advance, explore subjects such as data schemas for retrieving specific element data, and code snippets illustrating how to implement particular features.

  2. Explore Available Themes: Get inspired by browsing through the default themes and the diverse selections available on the Themes Market.

  3. Start with a Sample Theme: Save time and resources by using our sample theme as a starting point. Preview the sample theme here.

  4. Develop Your Theme: Either tailor the sample theme to your needs or begin crafting your unique theme from scratch, following our detailed documentation.

  5. Package and Upload Your Theme: Familiarize yourself with how to use the Zid Theme Packager to compile and prepare your theme files for upload.

  6. Test Your Theme: Utilize a development store to rigorously test your themes in a realistic store environment.

  7. Submit Your Theme: Once satisfied, learn the process of submitting your theme for consideration on the Zid Theme Market via your Partner Dashboard.

Technical Prerequisites: Ensure Node.js and NPM (version 1.1.0 or higher) are installed on your machine to support the theme development process.


By following this guide, you'll be equipped to craft a storefront that not only looks great but also provides a seamless shopping experience for your customers. Enjoy the process of bringing your vision to life with Zid Themes.

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