This feature is in beta and subject to change.
Next-Gen Dev Platform
The Next-Gen Dev Platform is not yet generally available. Currently, access to these tools and features is limited to organizations participating in an invitation-only early access program. To request entry into the early access program, submit a request.
Visit our dev community to discuss the Next-Gen Dev Platform and provide feedback.
Shopify's Next-Gen Dev Platform provides app developers with tools and features to streamline app development. Some tools that were previously only available to Shopify Partners are now available to all app developers, including merchants. This includes the ability to create apps, manage development stores, and access developer tools directly from the Shopify admin.
Anchor to App developmentApp development
Create and manage apps directly using Shopify CLI and the Dev Dashboard.
Configure user permissions for app development and development stores.
Learn how to create and manage apps.
Use the improved shopify app dev
command to preview changes to your app.
Create and manage development stores for testing your apps.
Learn about the client credentials OAuth grant for simplified machine-to-machine token acquisition.
Build consistent and beautiful experiences using Shopify's design system.
Define custom data models for your app using declarative custom data definitions.
Learn about the August 2025 deprecation of dashboard-managed extensions and how to migrate to CLI-managed extensions.
Anchor to Features and toolsFeatures and tools
Explore the features and tools available in the Next-Gen Dev Platform.
Navigate and use the Dev Dashboard interface.
Monitor your app's performance and troubleshoot issues with logs.