I am building a tool that basically recommends them items based on their answers from the questionnaire they will take.
So it is something like:
User takes the questionnaire → records the answers → filter the data based on the recorded answers from the user → show the user the recommended items
Is Webflow alone capable of what I’m trying to accomplish?
I’m looking at Zapier or Automate for the filtering, but I am unsure where should I store my data.
Webflow has the ability to store data in collections. Collections are designed to generate dynamic pages and lists for your site. There are limits and limitations to them, number of fields, number of records, etc… Filtering for lists is limited. You can review collection docs to see if this is a fit for you.
Hey @neonC , have you managed to find an optimal database?
With Webflow, there are a handful of options you could go with for this functionality. Jeff was correct to point you to the Webflow CMS documentation, as it’s a powerful tool to use.
In your question, you mentioned that you’d like the ability to filter through your database after the information is stored. So it sounds like you need a more custom approach to handling your data storage.
You could potentially use the Zapier - Google Sheets integration to collect all your form data, however, this isn’t exactly future-proof. However, the great thing about Google sheets is it’s easy to use and manage since its similar to Microsoft Excel.
The alternative I’d recommend is Airtable. This integration allows you to create a custom and powerful database without any code. The table can be directly integrated into your Webflow site or managed in the Airtable dashboard itself. For the higher-paying plans, you could add filters and color code different areas of your site.
Another integration you could add is Jetboost. This is a nifty tool specially made for Webflow projects. At its core, it’s a search filtering tool that supports on-page, real-time searches. Without writing a single line of code, developers can implement dynamic filtering, sorting and advanced pagination.
For more information how to integrate these tools, check out the blog on Memberstack: