At Aero, we often describe our platform as lightning fast. But what does that really mean in technical terms — and how does that speed translate into real results for retailers and agencies?
Here’s a closer look at how Aero’s design and architecture enable exceptional ecommerce performance.
Engineered for speed from the ground up
Aero isn’t fast by accident. It’s fast by design.
Built on the Laravel PHP framework, the platform’s architecture is lean and modern. Every component has been carefully selected to minimise overhead and help stores run efficiently, even as product catalogues and site traffic grow.
This approach keeps performance consistent while giving developers the flexibility to build and extend stores to suit retailers’ needs.
Real-time, accurate results
Speed is only valuable if it doesn’t come at the expense of accuracy. Many ecommerce platforms rely heavily on cached data to improve performance, which means customers don’t always see the latest prices, availability, or product updates.
Aero uses Elasticsearch to enable fast retrieval of product data in real time. This means customers can see relevant search results, pricing, and filters quickly and accurately — even when browsing large catalogues.
When a user loads a category or search page, Aero can query:
Products by category, tags, or search terms.
Associated media and assets.
Pricing and tax rules where applicable.
Availability and published states.
Filter options relevant to the returned results.
The platform processes and returns this data efficiently to keep stores responsive and product information accurate.
Powered by a modern tech stack
Aero is built on a proven, developer-friendly stack designed to balance flexibility with performance.
The core technologies include:
Laravel – a robust PHP framework for scalability and maintainability.
Composer – for efficient dependency management.
Node.js – used in frontend build tools for modern workflows.
Nginx/Apache – commonly used for web server delivery.
MySQL/MariaDB – reliable, high-performance databases.
Elasticsearch – providing powerful search and indexing capabilities.
Together, these technologies make Aero stores efficient to build, effortless to scale, and easy to maintain, keeping total infrastructure and development costs low.
Designed for developers, built for retailers
Aero’s performance-first architecture benefits everyone.
For agencies and developers, it means faster builds, cleaner code, and simplified handovers. The lean Laravel foundation ensures flexibility for custom development without adding technical debt or compromising speed.
For retailers, it means faster load times, better user experiences, and higher conversion rates. Even with large catalogues and high traffic volumes, Aero stores maintain exceptional performance — a critical factor when every millisecond impacts sales.
Speed that supports sales
Fast load times are essential in ecommerce. Research consistently shows that pages loading within two seconds convert far better than slower sites. So, every delay risks lost revenue.
Aero’s lightweight core and optimised database structure are designed to support that goal, helping retailers deliver a responsive user experience that keeps customers browsing and buying.
Built to scale
Aero’s modular approach ensures that functionality can be extended as a retailer’s needs evolve. The platform is designed to scale with additional integrations, storefronts, and data volumes, maintaining efficiency as demand increases.
See Aero in action
Aero’s modern architecture and focus on performance make it a strong choice for retailers and agencies looking for a lean, flexible ecommerce platform.
Book a demo to explore the platform and discover how it can help you deliver fast, efficient ecommerce experiences.
