A tech stack is the combination of technologies used to build and run a website: hosting, server language, database, CMS and front end.
Common stacks for business websites
| Stack | Typical use |
|---|---|
| WordPress (PHP + MySQL) | Most business websites and blogs |
| Shopify (hosted) | Online stores |
| WooCommerce (WordPress) | Stores needing flexibility |
| Static site + CDN | Fast brochure sites and landing pages |
| JavaScript framework + headless CMS | Custom, app-like experiences |
| Website builders | Simple sites edited by owners |
Questions to ask
- Who can maintain this? Are developers easy to find?
- Can our team edit content without code?
- What are monthly running costs?
- How is security handled?
- Can we move to another developer or host later?
Avoid unusual stacks
Very niche technologies can leave you dependent on one developer.
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