Implement Seller Dashboard (Manage Profile, Products, Feedback Insights)

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🎯 Summary

In this article, we will outline the steps to implement a seller dashboard that allows sellers to manage their profile, create and edit products, and view feedback insights. The dashboard will be secured with JWT authentication to ensure only authorized sellers can access their information.

📌 Implementation Steps

To implement the seller dashboard, we need to follow these steps:

1. Retrieve Seller Profile Details

Implement the GET /api/sellers/:id endpoint to retrieve the seller's profile details. This endpoint should return the seller's information, including their name, email, and other relevant details.

GET /api/sellers/:id

2. Update Profile Information

Implement the PATCH /api/sellers/:id endpoint to update the seller's profile information. This endpoint should accept the updated values and return a success message.

PATCH /api/sellers/:id

3. List All Products Owned by the Seller

Implement the GET /api/sellers/:id/products endpoint to list all products owned by the seller. This endpoint should return a list of products, including their details and analytics.

GET /api/sellers/:id/products

4. Add a New Product

Implement the POST /api/sellers/:id/products endpoint to add a new product. This endpoint should accept the product details and return a success message.

POST /api/sellers/:id/products

5. Update Product Details

Implement the PATCH /api/sellers/:id/products/:productId endpoint to update the product details. This endpoint should accept the updated values and return a success message.

PATCH /api/sellers/:id/products/:productId

6. Remove a Product

Implement the DELETE /api/sellers/:id/products/:productId endpoint to remove a product. This endpoint should return a success message.

DELETE /api/sellers/:id/products/:productId

7. View Analytics on Feedback Received

Implement the GET /api/sellers/:id/products/:productId/feedbacks-insights endpoint to view analytics on feedback received for a product. This endpoint should return the analytics data.

GET /api/sellers/:id/products/:productId/feedbacks-insights

8. Secure Routes with JWT Authentication

Secure all routes with JWT authentication to ensure only authorized sellers can access their information.

✅ Acceptance Criteria

To ensure the seller dashboard is implemented correctly, we need to meet the following acceptance criteria:

1. Sellers Can View and Update Their Profile

Sellers should be able to view and update their profile information.

2. Sellers Can Manage Their Products (Add, Edit, Delete)

Sellers should be able to add, edit, and delete their products.

3. Sellers Can See Feedback Insights Per Product

Sellers should be able to view analytics on feedback received for each product.

4. Unauthorized Requests Return a 401 Unauthorized Response

Unauthorized requests should return a 401 Unauthorized response.

🛠️ Testing Steps

To ensure the seller dashboard is implemented correctly, we need to follow these testing steps:

🔹 Test in Test Environment

  1. View Profile:
    • Send a GET /api/sellers/:id request with a valid token.
    • Confirm it returns the seller's profile details.
  2. Update Profile:
    • Send a PATCH /api/sellers/:id request with updated values.
    • Confirm the response is message: "Profile updated successfully".
  3. Manage Products:
    • Create a product: Send a POST /api/sellers/:id/products request.
    • Edit a product: Send a PATCH /api/sellers/:id/products/:productId request.
    • Delete a product: Send a DELETE /api/sellers/:id/products/:productId request.
    • Confirm correct responses and updates in the database.
  4. View Feedback Insights:
    • Send a GET /api/sellers/:id/products/:productId/feedbacks-insights request.
    • Confirm the response contains analytics on product feedback.
  5. Unauthorized Request Check:
    • Try accessing routes without a token → Expect 401 Unauthorized.

🔹 Test in Production Environment

  1. Deploy changes to production (main branch).
  2. Repeat all dashboard tests using production API.
  3. Ensure all responses match expected results.

🤔 Q: What is a seller dashboard?

A: A seller dashboard is a platform that allows sellers to manage their profile, products, and feedback insights in one place.

🤔 Q: Why do I need a seller dashboard?

A: A seller dashboard helps you to:

  • Manage your profile information
  • Create and edit products
  • View analytics on feedback received for each product
  • Stay organized and focused on your business

🤔 Q: How do I access my seller dashboard?

A: To access your seller dashboard, you need to:

  • Log in to your account with your username and password
  • Click on the "Dashboard" or "Seller Profile" link
  • Enter your API token to authenticate your request

🤔 Q: What information can I view on my seller dashboard?

A: On your seller dashboard, you can view:

  • Your profile information, including name, email, and other details
  • A list of all products you own, including their details and analytics
  • Analytics on feedback received for each product
  • Your product sales and revenue data

🤔 Q: How do I update my profile information on the seller dashboard?

A: To update your profile information, follow these steps:

  • Log in to your account and click on the "Dashboard" or "Seller Profile" link
  • Click on the "Edit Profile" button
  • Update your profile information, including name, email, and other details
  • Click on the "Save Changes" button to save your updates

🤔 Q: How do I add a new product to my seller dashboard?

A: To add a new product, follow these steps:

  • Log in to your account and click on the "Dashboard" or "Seller Profile" link
  • Click on the "Add Product" button
  • Enter the product details, including name, description, and price
  • Click on the "Save Product" button to save your new product

🤔 Q: How do I view analytics on feedback received for a product?

A: To view analytics on feedback received for a product, follow these steps:

  • Log in to your account and click on the "Dashboard" or "Seller Profile" link
  • Click on the "Products" tab
  • Select the product you want to view analytics for
  • Click on the "Feedback Insights" button to view analytics on feedback received

🤔 Q: What happens if I try to access my seller dashboard without a valid API token?

A: If you try to access your seller dashboard without a valid API token, you will receive a 401 Unauthorized response.

🤔 Q: How do I secure my seller dashboard with JWT authentication?

A: To secure your seller dashboard with JWT authentication, follow these steps:

  • Generate a JWT token using a secure method, such as a secret key or a secure token service
  • Include the JWT token in your API requests to authenticate your identity
  • Verify the JWT token on the server-side to ensure it is valid and not expired

By following these Q&A, you should have a better understanding of how to use and manage your seller dashboard. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out.