I need an experienced Shopify app developer to build a comprehensive customer support platform with AI chat integration and live support features. The project involves creating a Shopify app with three distinct stages: Stage 1: AI-powered chat feature where customers can ask basic Shopify questions. The app should integrate with Google Gemini API to provide text-based answers (no video links). Stage 2: Secure theme access feature that allows authorized developers to connect Claude AI to client sites for theme coding. This feature must be locked by default and only accessible with a special unlock code. Stage 3: Paid credit system for live support where customers can purchase credits to chat with real support agents for website fixes and assistance. Requirements: • Proven experience developing Shopify apps • Strong proficiency in Liquid templating language • Advanced JavaScript skills • Experience with Shopify API integrations • Knowledge of Google Gemini API integration • Experience with Claude AI API • Ability to implement secure access controls and payment systems • Understanding of credit-based payment models • Experience with real-time chat functionality Deliverables: • Fully functional Shopify app with all three stages • Clean, well-documented code • Integration with specified AI services • Secure authentication system for stage 2 features • Payment and credit management system for stage 3 • User-friendly interface that integrates seamlessly with Shopify admin This is an hourly project with potential for ongoing maintenance and feature additions. The app will serve 600+ clients, so scalability and reliability are crucial.