Current articles
Should You Move a Magento 2 Store from Nexcess to Microsoft Azure?
Azure can run Magento. The real question is whether replacing a stable, Magento-focused managed environment with custom cloud architecture improves business outcomes once architecture, ownership, and operational risk are fully accounted for.
Jason Schuman · May 2, 2026
Never Patch a Live Magento Database: Use Declarative Schema and Data Patches Instead
Direct production database edits create drift, debugging cost, and upgrade risk. Keep Magento database changes version-controlled, reviewed, and repeatable.
Jason Schuman · March 3, 2026
Magento 2 Search: Three Hidden Problems Behind Bad Results and Slow Autocomplete
Magento search can return results and still be failing customers. Review the search engine, index configuration, and query/autocomplete behavior behind product discovery.
Jason Schuman · February 17, 2026
Infrastructure risk patterns we investigate
Hosting architecture
Evaluate hosting topology, capacity, failover posture, caching layers, and operational cost under real Magento demand.
Search and data-layer reliability
Review OpenSearch or Elasticsearch behavior, databases, indexing pressure, and the systems supporting storefront discovery.
Caching, sessions, and edge delivery
Assess Redis, Varnish, CDN/WAF configuration, session handling, and cache behavior affecting stability and response time.
Observability and operational ownership
Clarify monitoring, alerting, incident responsibility, and Magento-aware diagnostics during production pressure.
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