Introducing the AI RAG Assistant: Explore the Future of AI Search in eCommerce

We are thrilled to introduce a new tool designed for nopCommerce developers and store owners: the AI RAG Assistant plugin by Laus Deo.

In a time when artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming eCommerce, it is crucial to understand what happens "under the hood." Many are concerned about "AI hallucinations"—situations where AI invents incorrect information. How can you ensure an AI assistant uses only your company's verified data?

The answer lies in a technology called RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation).

What is this plugin?

The AI RAG Assistant is a "proof-of-concept" (experimental) extension designed primarily for education and testing. It allows you to experience the complete AI workflow right within your nopCommerce environment:

1. Upload your own text (e.g., shipping policies or product descriptions).
2. The system indexes that text using the Google Gemini API.
3. You ask questions via a chat widget, and the AI responds using exclusively the information you provided.

This is the best way to understand the difference between a generic AI chat and a "grounded" AI system that relies on your structured data.

See how it works:

To demystify this process, we have prepared a short video that explains the concept and demonstrates the plugin in action:

Why try it?

This tool is not intended for production use on live stores, but as a learning sandbox. It is ideal for:

• Understanding how data preparation affects the accuracy of AI responses.
• Testing RAG technology without significant investment.
• Educating your team on the capabilities of modern AI.

We believe the best way to understand the future is to experiment with it. Try the plugin and explore the potential of AI in eCommerce.