Learn SQUARESPACE-DEVELOPER with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 26, 2025
Practical Examples
Custom branded portfolio website
Dynamic blog templates with JSON-T collections
E-commerce site with custom product filters
Interactive landing pages with JS animations
Integration with third-party APIs via JavaScript
Troubleshooting
Check template JSON-T syntax for errors
Ensure CSS selectors match template structure
Debug JavaScript in browser console
Validate CMS collection bindings
Review Squarespace documentation for overrides
Testing Guide
Use Squarespace preview mode
Test custom scripts in multiple browsers
Validate JSON-T collection outputs
Check responsive design on mobile
Simulate e-commerce checkout flows
Deployment Options
Squarespace hosting
Custom domain mapping
SSL-enabled deployment
Continuous deployment via Git integration
Scheduled backups before publishing
Tools Ecosystem
Squarespace CMS
Developer Mode Git integration
Code editor (VS Code recommended)
Template JSON-T engine
Built-in analytics and SEO tools
Integrations
Squarespace Commerce
Third-party APIs (Stripe, Mailchimp, Zapier)
Custom JavaScript integrations
Analytics tools like Google Analytics
Social media embeds
Productivity Tips
Reuse template components
Use Git for version control
Preview changes in multiple devices
Document customizations carefully
Optimize code and assets for speed
Challenges
Debugging JSON-T template errors
Integrating dynamic CMS content correctly
Maintaining customizations during template updates
Optimizing load time and performance
Ensuring mobile responsiveness and accessibility