Pengembangan Platform E-Commerce Berbasis React.js dan MongoDB dengan Implementasi Stripe Payment Gateway (Test Mode) untuk Toko Bouquet Bunga

Abstract

This research develops an e-commerce platform for Era Bouquet Balige, a flower shop in Toba Regency, North Sumatra, to increase sales and expand market reach. Era Bouquet currently sells 8 categories of bouquets (Round Flower, Artificial, Fresh Flower, Acrylic Stand, Living Flower, Cross, Money, and Premium) conventionally with limited reach. The platform is developed using React.js as frontend, MongoDB as backend database, and Stripe for payment system in test mode. Features include product categorization system, catalog with images and descriptions, shopping cart, and integrated checkout with payment processing. The product grouping system helps customers easily find bouquets according to their needs for events such as weddings, birthdays, condolences, and graduations. The research results in a website that enables Era Bouquet to promote products online, manage orders efficiently, and provide better shopping experience. This platform is expected to expand target market, improve operational efficiency, and significantly impact sales increase. Functionality testing, device compatibility, and user experience evaluation ensure the platform functions according to user needs in the Lake Toba area.