Hello all,
First, I do not want to claim to be an supreme expert at Magento or any platform out there, but I will say that I have learned to master this platforms capabilities. If you are new to e-Commerce solutions are web design, then Magento CE or EE is NOT for you. You should probably start with something like Big eCommerce or Bigcartel. Now you might me asking yourself, “Then why do I need Magento?”. The answer is simple, you may not. Magento is for the client or customer that wants 100% control over the outcome and/or finished product of there e-Commerce solution. Frankly, the others are just reused layouts and templates of what already works with little to no customization. With Magento, the world is your oyster.
Magento is a very powerful platform and is easily scalable if you are versed in its components. Most skilled Magento Developers can have the ground works for a Magento build down within 24 hours, but remember this is like buying the base model car without any options. The fun comes after the install is done and you have a fresh new build to make whatever you like. With the easy built in options and OpenSource platform, it makes anything possible.
I hoped this helps someone make a better choice. Thanks for your time!
-Matt
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