Start the Apple Store
You will start the application and record its behavior before examining its implementation.
1. Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/ApplebaumIan/applebaums-apple-store.git
cd applebaums-apple-store
Run the supported setup command from the repository root:
make start
Docker builds the React frontend and starts Nginx, Laravel, and PostgreSQL. You do not need to install PHP, Composer, or Node.js on your computer.
2. Open the storefront
Open http://localhost:8000 in a private browser window. You should see the apple catalog.
If the page does not load, use the troubleshooting guide before changing application code.
3. Complete the baseline journey
- Browse the available apples.
- Add an apple to your basket.
- Change its quantity.
- Complete guest checkout with the prefilled demonstration details.
- Open the order confirmation and invoice.
Record the URLs you visit and each visible state change. Do not explain the implementation yet.
4. Confirm the baseline
Run the test suite:
make test
The suite should pass before you begin the experiments. Save the result in your lab notes.
Use make help to see the project interface. Use the provided Make targets instead of running host PHP or PHPUnit commands.