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I need a developer who can connect my supplier’s XML feed (delivered over SFTP) to my existing WooCommerce store so that stock levels and prices refresh in real time. The feed holds four elements that absolutely must map correctly: Product ID, Stock Quantity, Price and Image. Your task is to build a small, self-contained plugin or custom snippet that: • securely pulls the XML file from the SFTP server on every change or at a tight interval that feels “live” to the store, • parses those four elements and updates the matching WooCommerce products without creating duplicates, • pushes any price or stock change instantly to the front end so customers always see accurate availability and cost. Please make sure the solution respects WooCommerce coding standards, uses WP-Cron or an equivalent event-based trigger for the polling, and keeps all logic separated in a way that survives core and plugin updates. I’ll provide SFTP credentials and a sample XML once we start; I simply need clear setup instructions and a short hand-off call when you’re done.
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Hi, I've built XML feed integrations into WooCommerce multiple times — SFTP delivery, stock sync, the whole thing. You need the feed pulling into your existing setup without breaking anything, and I can handle that cleanly with a custom plugin. Message me to discuss the specifics. Best Regards, Hasan
£250 GBP in 28 days
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Hi, I'm Rafael, a WooCommerce developer specialized in ERP, supplier feed, and inventory integrations. I can build a lightweight custom plugin that securely connects to your supplier's SFTP server, downloads the XML feed, and synchronizes Product ID, Stock Quantity, Price, and Images with your WooCommerce catalog without creating duplicates. The integration will use WP-Cron or an optimized polling strategy depending on how frequently the supplier updates the feed. All logic will remain isolated from WordPress core and third-party plugins, making future updates safe and maintenance straightforward. The plugin will: • Securely connect via SFTP • Parse and validate the XML • Update only changed products for maximum performance • Synchronize stock, prices, and images • Log synchronization events and errors for easy troubleshooting • Follow WooCommerce coding standards and WordPress best practices You'll receive the complete plugin, installation instructions, and a short handover session so you can manage the integration confidently. Let's discuss the details and estimate the timeline and cost according to the XML structure and update frequency.
£270 GBP in 1 day
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Hi — Elias here from Miami. I see you need to integrate an XML stock feed via SFTP into your WooCommerce setup. This can streamline your inventory management, but there are some technical challenges to consider. What usually matters most here is ensuring that the XML data is parsed correctly and integrated into your existing database structure. A common issue in systems like this is maintaining data consistency, especially with live updates. The tricky part is usually handling error management and ensuring the feed’s reliability over time. My approach would involve setting up a middleware that processes the XML feed, validates the data, and maps it accurately to your product listings. I focus on building a maintainable solution that can adapt to future changes, such as additional product attributes or different supplier feeds. I've worked on similar integrations before, enhancing inventory systems for e-commerce platforms, giving me insight into potential pitfalls and best practices. A few questions to better understand the scope: Q1 – How frequently do you expect the XML feed to update? Q2 – Are there specific product attributes that need special handling? Q3 – Do you have any current plugins that the new integration should work with? Happy to go through the details and suggest the best technical approach. Looking forward to hearing from you.
£500 GBP in 3 days
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I see you need a real‑time XML stock feed integrated into your WordPress site, pulling data directly into MySQL and displaying it dynamically for visitors. With over 15 years of experience working on WordPress, PHP, and XML integrations, I can set up a robust parser, schedule automatic updates, and ensure the feed is secure and performant. My background in custom plugin development and database optimization means I’ll handle any edge cases and keep the site fast. My bid is £438.27 with a 7‑day delivery timeline. Let’s discuss the feed specifications and get started right away.
£438.27 GBP in 7 days
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Hi there, I can see the real pain point here: your store must never show stale stock or the wrong price, even for a moment. I’ve built WooCommerce sync solutions that securely pull supplier feeds via SFTP, parse XML cleanly, and update products without duplicates or data drift. I’d implement this as a small, self-contained plugin with separated sync, mapping, and update layers so it stays safe through core and plugin updates. The feed can be polled through WP-Cron or an event-based runner, and I’ll make sure Product ID, Stock Quantity, Price, and Image map exactly to the right WooCommerce fields. I’ve shared an initial estimate based on your description, and once we go over a few technical or functional details, I’ll confirm the exact cost and delivery schedule. 1) Are Product IDs already stored as SKUs, or do we need a custom lookup field? 2) Should image updates replace existing product galleries or only set a featured image? 3) Do you want sync logs/admin notices for failed SFTP pulls or XML mapping issues? If you send the sample XML and SFTP details, I can outline the cleanest setup and start right away. Would you like the sync to run on a fixed interval, or should it trigger only when the XML file changes? Looking forward to your reply so we can finalize the exact plan. Thanks, Asad
£250 GBP in 10 days
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Hi there, I’ve worked on WooCommerce integrations involving XML product feeds, automated inventory synchronization, and custom plugins, so I can provide a solution that follows WooCommerce coding standards, uses WP-Cron or an equivalent event-based trigger for near real-time updates, and keeps all logic isolated so it remains safe through WordPress core and plugin updates. The XML feed will be securely fetched from your supplier’s SFTP server, parsed efficiently, and matched against your existing WooCommerce products without creating duplicates. The synchronization process will be optimized to detect and apply changes quickly, ensuring your store always reflects the latest supplier data. The feed elements—Product ID, Stock Quantity, Price, and Image—will be mapped accurately so the correct products are updated with the latest stock levels, pricing, and images. Any stock or price changes will be reflected on the storefront immediately, giving your customers accurate availability and pricing at all times. Once everything is complete, I'll provide clear setup documentation along with a short hand-off call to walk you through the solution and answer any questions. Thanks, Rahul
£450 GBP in 7 days
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Hi, I can build the self-contained WooCommerce plugin/snippet that keeps your store in sync with your supplier's XML feed over SFTP. It will securely pull the XML on a tight interval (or on change), parse and map the four critical elements — Product ID, Stock Quantity, Price and Image — and update the matching products in real time, with safe handling for missing or renamed products, logging, and a manual 'sync now' control. Built lightweight so it never slows the store down. At Global IT Vision we build WooCommerce integrations and feed/ERP syncs regularly (EloERP, Govear). Share a sample XML file and your product-matching key (SKU?) and I'll confirm the mapping and turnaround. — Muhammad Idrees, Global IT Vision Pvt. Ltd
£620 GBP in 12 days
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Greetings, I see you're looking to integrate your supplier's XML feed into your WooCommerce store to keep stock levels and prices updated in real-time. The goal is to ensure that Product ID, Stock Quantity, Price, and Image are seamlessly mapped without creating duplicates. To tackle this, I would create a custom plugin that securely connects to the SFTP server to fetch the XML feed at regular intervals. It will effectively parse the necessary elements and update the WooCommerce products accordingly. Ensuring that everything respects WooCommerce coding standards and uses WP-Cron for polling will be key, and I’ll make sure to keep the code clean and maintainable for future updates. Once we get started, I’ll provide clear setup instructions and we can have a quick call to wrap things up. Best regards, Saba Ehsan
£500 GBP in 4 days
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Hello, I’ve carefully reviewed your project requirements and they align very well with work I’ve completed successfully in the past. I’m confident I can deliver this exactly the way you expect — clean, reliable, and scalable. If you’d like, I can quickly walk you through a similar project I completed and explain how I’d approach yours step-by-step. I’m also happy to jump on a quick audio or video call to clarify anything. 410+ verified 5★ reviews, 538+ completed projects, Full-stack expert: CMS (WordPress, Shopify, Wix, Framer, Squarespace, Magento 2, OpenCart) Python, PHP, Laravel, React.js , node.js n8n, Zapier, AI agents. Always on time, within budget, Free 1-month post-delivery support you can check my skills and reviews here - https://www.freelancer.com/u/zahi9 Looking forward to your response. Best regards, Zahidul
£400 GBP in 7 days
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Hey, I’d love to build this automated WooCommerce XML sync plugin. With 15 years in PHP and custom WordPress & WooCommerce development. I have delivered identical SFTP-to-WooCommerce stock sync solutions before with 5-star ratings (see freelancer.com/projects/php/Build-Woocommerce-API-for-stock/reviews). I will develop a clean, self-contained plugin for you which will handle everything (SFTP connection, Price and data sync etc.) securely and automatically and send you report email report or anything wrong. All standard, secure and well-documented code. Clear setup documentation and a live hand-off call. Release payment only when job is 100% complete. FREE 60 days technical support for all of my work. Please ping me on Chat for a quick discussion. I am ready to start. Regards, Raj
£340 GBP in 5 days
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★★★★★★ START NOW ★★★★★★ Message me so we talk in detail.. Hello, I can connect supplier’s XML feed to existing WooCommerce store perfectly !! I placed bid after checking your requirements. If you want you can ask me any questions regarding your requirement. I'm interested in working on your project. And don't worry about work. First, check my work if you are happy Then pay me. Please let me know if you require any detailed information. Waiting for your reply. I hope you respond to me. Thanks Sunil
£450 GBP in 2 days
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Hi, We would like to grab this opportunity and will work till you get 100% satisfied with our work. We are an expert team which have many years of experience on PHP, XML, WordPress, MySQL, Web Services, Web Development, API, WordPress Plugin Please come over chat and discuss your requirement in a detailed way. Thank You
£520 GBP in 7 days
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Syncing supplier stock and pricing from an SFTP XML feed into WooCommerce in near real-time is a task I've built custom plugins for before — the critical part is matching products reliably without creating duplicates and keeping the frontend accurate. I'll build a self-contained WordPress plugin that connects to your supplier's SFTP server using PHP's ssh2/SFTP libraries, pulls the XML on a tight WP-Cron interval (or a server-side cron for sub-minute frequency), parses the Product ID, Stock Quantity, Price, and Image fields, and updates matching WooCommerce products via the wc_get_product API with proper cache invalidation so changes reflect on the storefront immediately. Everything will follow WooCommerce coding standards, stay update-safe in its own plugin directory, and include an admin settings page for SFTP credentials and sync status logging. Ready to start as soon as you share the sample XML and credentials.
£250 GBP in 1 day
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Hi there! I'm Markiyan, a full stack developer and head of a web development agency, and I'd love to help you integrate your supplier's XML feed with your WooCommerce store. I understand you need a reliable and real-time connection to update stock levels and prices, focusing on mapping Product ID, Stock Quantity, Price, and Image correctly. My team has experience with similar integrations, including custom WooCommerce plugins and XML parsing, such as our work on a learning platform website and an e-commerce site for a Scandinavian fashion brand. I can deliver a custom plugin that securely pulls the XML file from the SFTP server, updates the matching WooCommerce products without duplicates, and instantly reflects price and stock changes on the front end. I'll ensure the solution adheres to WooCommerce coding standards, utilizes WP-Cron for event-based triggering, and maintains logic separation for update resilience. One question: Are there any specific error handling or logging requirements you'd like me to implement in case the XML feed or SFTP connection encounters issues? Feel free to message me to discuss the details! — Markiyan
£410 GBP in 10 days
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I’m an expert in Shopify, WordPress, and Web Development Technologies, ready to connect your supplier's XML feed to your WooCommerce store. I will create a plugin that refreshes stock levels and prices accurately while respecting WooCommerce standards. I'm willing to start RIGHT AWAY. Regards, Pooja
£500 GBP in 3 days
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The thing that usually breaks XML feed integrations isn't the parsing, it's keeping WooCommerce in sync when the supplier drops a partial file or changes a stock field without warning. So I'd build this with two layers. First, a reliable SFTP pull that validates each file before touching anything, so a bad feed never overwrites good stock data. Second, a mapping step that updates WooCommerce inventory and flags anything that looks off instead of silently failing. I've built systems handling 150+ external service integrations, where the hard part was always the edge cases in someone else's data, not the happy path. For this one I'd start by logging exactly what the feed looks like across a few pulls, then set up the sync to run on a schedule with alerting if a file is missing or malformed. That way you find out before your customers do. How often does the supplier update the feed, and roughly how many products are we syncing?
£250 GBP in 7 days
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Hello, I am interested in your project that involves integrating a real-time XML stock feed from your supplier to your WooCommerce store. I have a strong background in WordPress, MySQL, PHP, WordPress Plugin development, Web Development, API, and Web Services, which makes me well-equipped to handle this task effectively. I understand the project requirements, including the need to securely pull the XML file from the SFTP server, parse the necessary elements, and update WooCommerce products without duplicates. I will ensure that any price or stock changes are instantly reflected on the front end for accurate customer viewing. - MY WORK STATS: ✨ https://www.freelancer.com/u/XanvraTECH I would love to discuss this project further with you. Please feel free to reach out to schedule a call. Best regards, Warda Haider
£250 GBP in 8 days
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With over 18 years of extensive web development experience, specializing in E-commerce and CMS platforms, I am confident that I can successfully complete your Real-Time XML Stock Feed Integration job. I have in-depth knowledge of WooCommerce coding standards and am well-versed in WP-Cron and similar Event-Based triggers for polling. Rest assured, my work is always built to last through core and plugin updates, keeping your site functional long-term. Furthermore, my mastery of PHP and MySQL further reaffirms my ability to handle the essential elements of your project. I have previously worked with XML feeds in various contexts and fully understand the importance of accurately mapping the Product ID, Stock Quantity, Price, and Image data - thereby ensuring no duplicate entries on your WooCommerce store. In conclusion, by selecting me as your developer, you're not only entrusting your project to a seasoned professional but unlocking access to a highly skilled mobile app development team as well. This means that not only will you have a flawlessly integrated stock feed system for your WooCommerce store but also solutions for future mobile app projects. Initial supply of SFTP credentials and sample XML would be sufficient for me. Let's get started on this project!
£560 GBP in 7 days
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Hi, I will seamlessly integrate your supplier's real-time XML stock feed into your WooCommerce store, ensuring that product ID, stock quantity, price, and images are accurately updated without any duplicates. Your customers will always see the most up-to-date availability and pricing information. You can expect a customized plugin or snippet that securely retrieves the XML file from the SFTP server, parses the essential elements, and updates your WooCommerce products promptly. I will adhere to WooCommerce coding standards, implement WP-Cron for efficient polling, and maintain a structured approach to future-proof the solution against updates. Could you share more details about the specific XML structure and any unique requirements for this integration? Let's chat further so I can give you a proper timeline and get things moving.
£250 GBP in 7 days
6.4
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As a 10+ year experienced Full Stack Developer, I've consistently helped businesses build, grow, and scale using modern technologies and smart digital strategies - and this project sounds right up my alley! My skills in API and PHP development, in particular, make me well-equipped to integrate your supplier's XML stock feed into your existing WooCommerce store in real-time. I'm proficient in using WP-Cron and other event-based triggers for polling which will allow the stock levels and prices to refresh seamlessly. What sets me apart is not only my technical expertise but also my ability to build clean, scalable, and secure solutions that survive core and plugin updates. Given my long-term support ethos, I ensure my work aligns with all coding standards of WooCommerce and would be happy to provide you with clear setup instructions while completing this task faultlessly. In a fast-paced market like e-commerce, accuracy and instant updates matter. Partnering with me guarantees delivery not only on time but also with limited disruption as customers always see accurate availability and cost. I look forward to turning your vision into reality!
£450 GBP in 7 days
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