Ship your first Shopify app with a senior expert by your side
PairDrop matches junior developers with senior Shopify experts for live, paid pair-programming sessions. Learn by building — not by watching tutorials.
What developers are saying
“I shipped my first Shopify app in 2 weeks. My expert walked me through every step — APIs, OAuth, the whole thing.”
Sarah K.
Junior Developer
“PairDrop helped me transition from WordPress to Shopify. The pair-programming format meant I learned by doing, not watching tutorials.”
Marcus T.
Freelance Developer
“Worth every dollar. Having someone review my code in real-time accelerated my learning 10x.”
Priya R.
Bootcamp Graduate
How it works
Three simple steps to go from idea to shipped Shopify app.
Sign up & tell us your goal
Describe what you want to build — a Shopify app, a custom theme, or storefront integration.
Get matched with an expert
We pair you with a senior Shopify developer whose skills match your project.
Pair-program & ship
Jump on a live session. Code together, learn best practices, and ship real features.
Simple, transparent pricing
Choose the session package that matches your pace. Every package includes the full PairDrop fee, secure Stripe checkout, and a senior expert pairing with you live.
1 hour
Starter Session
$75
Fast help for one blocker, bug, or feature.
- ✓1-on-1 live pair-programming with a senior expert
- ✓Session notes and clear next steps after you wrap
- ✓PairDrop's 20% platform fee already included
2 hours
Deep Dive
$140
Extended pairing time with a built-in discount.
- ✓1-on-1 live pair-programming with a senior expert
- ✓Session notes and clear next steps after you wrap
- ✓PairDrop's 20% platform fee already included
5 hours
Launch Package
$325
Use your hours within 30 days for the best value.
- ✓1-on-1 live pair-programming with a senior expert
- ✓Session notes and clear next steps after you wrap
- ✓PairDrop's 20% platform fee already included
PairDrop takes a 20% platform fee. Experts keep 80% of the session rate.
Frequently asked questions
What happens during a session?+
You and your expert join a live video call with shared screen. You code together in real-time — the expert guides you through architecture decisions, debugging, and best practices while you build your actual project.
Do I need prior Shopify experience?+
No! Many of our juniors are completely new to Shopify. Our experts will walk you through everything from setting up your dev store to publishing your app.
How does pricing work?+
We offer three fixed packages for junior developers: Starter Session for $75, Deep Dive for $140, and Launch Package for $325. The 20% PairDrop platform fee is already included, so your checkout total is the full price you see.
Can I choose my expert?+
We match you based on your project needs and preferred schedule, but you can always request a different expert if the fit isn't right.
What's the cancellation policy?+
Cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before your session at no charge.
Ready to start building?
Whether you're a junior looking to ship or a senior looking to earn, PairDrop has a spot for you.