Cobracase is an e-commerce platform that lets customers design and purchase custom phone cases. The design tool lets users upload their own images, add text overlays, and see a real-time preview of their custom case before purchasing.

The technical stack centers on Next.js for the frontend and API routes, with PostgreSQL as the database managed through Drizzle ORM. Stripe handles payment processing, supporting multiple payment methods and currencies.

The image processing pipeline handles uploads, applies transformations for the case preview, and generates production-ready files for manufacturing. The system includes order management, shipping integration, and customer notifications.

Features

Drag-and-drop image upload for case customization
Real-time case preview with accurate mockups
Text overlay with font and color options
Secure checkout with Stripe payment processing
Order tracking and email notifications
Admin dashboard for order management

Challenges

Building an intuitive drag-and-drop design interface
Generating accurate phone case mockup previews
Handling image uploads and processing at scale
Implementing a reliable Stripe checkout flow