Rare Tools - Japanese Tool Marketplace
Rare Tools is a specialized e-commerce platform that connects enthusiasts with premium Japanese tools. The platform features an automated scraping system that collects data from various Japanese marketplaces, processes it, and presents it through a modern, user-friendly interface. The application emphasizes performance, SEO, and user experience while maintaining data accuracy and real-time availability.
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Product Categories
Different categories of Japanese tools available
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Data Sources
Japanese marketplaces integrated
Technical Architecture
The application follows a modern microservices architecture with a clear separation between the frontend e-commerce platform and the backend scraping system. It uses Next.js for the frontend and Node.js for the backend scraping services.
Technical Details
Frontend
Framework: Next.js with App Router
State Management: React Server Components
Styling: Tailwind CSS with shadcn/ui components
Notable Features
- Server-side rendering
- Dynamic OG images
- Automatic dark/light mode
- SEO optimization
- Responsive design
Backend
Framework: Node.js with TypeScript
Database: JSON-based data storage
API: REST API with Express
Notable Features
- Automated scraping system
- Data normalization pipeline
- Image processing and storage
- OpenAI integration
- Error handling and retry mechanisms
Infrastructure
Hosting: Vercel
Deployment: Vercel CI/CD
Monitoring: Vercel Analytics
Notable Features
- Edge Runtime support
- Automatic deployments
- Performance monitoring
- Error tracking
Project Screenshots
Homepage
Main landing page showcasing featured tools
Team & Role
Team Information
Team Size: 1 developer
Role: Full Stack Developer
Responsibilities
- Frontend development
- Backend development
- Data scraping implementation
- Infrastructure management
- Performance optimization