Harshdeep Singh Hura didn’t just join the Shopify ecosystem, he helped build it.
In this episode, we meet the first-ever recipient of the Shopify Community Award, whose open-source projects now power nearly 8% of the app ecosystem.
Harshdeep shares his 10-year journey, from hacking iOS apps as a teen to running a Shopify agency and now focusing on empowering developers and merchants. This episode dives into:
- The art of solving real problems in app development.
- Why community and open-source contributions matter.
- His approach to building apps that merchants love.
- A behind-the-scenes look at his latest project, YAKK, which rethinks bulk gifting.
You’ll also hear insights about trends shaping Shopify app development, including AI, B2B tools, and how Harshdeep uses humor to keep copycats at bay.
Tune in for a conversation that goes beyond code to explore what makes Shopify’s partner ecosystem so special.
Show Links:
Harshdeep's website: https://harshdeephura.com/
Sponsors:
Zipify: http://zipify.com/KURT
Cleverific: https://cleverific.com/unofficial
Omnisend: http://your.omnisend.com/Unofficialshopifypodcast
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