Checkout Flow Skill

Purpose

Manages the complete checkout process including validation, authentication, shipping, and payment.

When to Use

• User wants to checkout or place an order
• User asks to proceed to payment
• User wants to complete their purchase

Workflow

Step 1: Validate Cart

Call n8n webhook at http://localhost:5678/webhook/checkout-validate to check cart items availability and inventory status

Step 2: Check Authentication

Determine if user is authenticated from context. If guest, present login options or continue as guest.

Step 3: Collect Shipping Information

Show saved addresses for authenticated users or collect details for guests.

Step 4: Payment Processing

Present payment options and call n8n webhook at http://localhost:5678/webhook/checkout-process

Step 5: Order Confirmation

Display order summary and get final confirmation from user.

Security Requirements

• Verify authentication status from JWT claims
• Never store or log full payment details
• Validate all inputs before sending to backend

Error Handling

• If cart validation fails, show specific errors
• If payment fails, allow retry with different method
• If inventory changes, notify user