Playure System Requirements Document

Introduction

Playure is a comprehensive social media platform designed specifically for sportspersons. It aims to provide a space where athletes can showcase their work, connect with peers, and access resources related to sports, including e-commerce for sports materials, event organization, and coach recommendations. The platform will function similarly to popular social media applications like Instagram and LinkedIn but with a dedicated focus on sports.

System Overview

Playure will serve as a fully-featured social media application tailored to the sports community. It will include user profiles, photo and video uploads, networking capabilities, e-commerce integration for purchasing sports materials, and features for organizing and discovering sports events and tournaments. Additionally, the platform will offer a chatbot for user assistance and a recommendation system for coaches.

Functional Requirements

• As a Sportsperson, I should be able to create and manage my profile to showcase my sports achievements and skills.
• As a Sportsperson, I should be able to upload photos and videos from my gallery to share my sports activities.
• As a Sportsperson, I should be able to post reels similar to Instagram to engage with my followers.
• As a Sportsperson, I should be able to connect with other athletes and sports professionals to expand my network.
• As a Sportsperson, I should be able to view and participate in discussions related to sports topics.
• As a Sportsperson, I should be able to access and purchase sports materials through an integrated e-commerce platform.
• As a Sportsperson, I should be able to view upcoming sports events and tournaments and register for them.
• As a Sportsperson, I should be able to receive recommendations for coaches based on my sports profile and interests.
• As a Sportsperson, I should be able to use a chatbot for assistance and inquiries related to the platform.
• As an Admin, I should be able to manage user accounts and monitor platform activity to ensure compliance with community guidelines.
• As an Admin, I should be able to manage e-commerce listings and transactions to facilitate smooth operations.
• As an Admin, I should be able to organize and promote sports events and tournaments on the platform.

User Personas

• Sportsperson: Athletes who use the platform to showcase their skills, connect with peers, and access resources.
• Admin: Platform administrators who manage user accounts, content, and e-commerce operations.

Core User Flows

• Sportsperson creates profile -> uploads photos/videos -> connects with peers -> participates in discussions -> accesses e-commerce -> views/registers for events -> receives coach recommendations.
• Admin manages user accounts -> monitors platform activity -> manages e-commerce listings -> organizes/promotes events.

Visuals Colors and Theme

• primary: #1A73E8 (a vibrant blue representing trust and professionalism)
• primary_light: #E8F0FE (a light blue for hover states and secondary UI)
• secondary: #FF7043 (a warm coral for headlines and emphasis)
• accent: #FFC107 (a bright amber for CTAs and active states)
• highlight: #FFEB3B (a sunny yellow for notifications and active indicators)
• bg: #FFFFFF (a clean white background)
• surface: rgba(250, 250, 250, 0.9) (a soft grey for card/panel backgrounds)
• text: #212121 (a dark grey for primary text)
• text_muted: #757575 (a medium grey for secondary text)
• border: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) (a subtle grey for borders)

Signature Design Concept

The Playure homepage will feature an interactive sports arena concept. Users will navigate through a 3D-rendered stadium environment using @react-three/fiber and @react-three/drei. Each section of the stadium will represent different features of the platform, such as profiles, events, and e-commerce. Users can click on different parts of the stadium to explore features, and animations will guide them through the experience. The arena will be alive with ambient sounds of cheering crowds and sports commentary, creating an immersive experience.

Interaction Model & Motion Direction

The landing page will utilize a "parallax" interaction model, with layered depth effects as users scroll through the content. Decorative elements like sports equipment and athlete silhouettes will move at different speeds to create a dynamic visual experience. Internal pages will adopt a "static" model for clarity and ease of use, focusing on content accessibility and readability.

Non-Functional Requirements

• The platform should support high traffic with minimal latency.
• Ensure data security and privacy compliance with relevant regulations.
• Provide a responsive design for both web and mobile devices.
• Ensure accessibility standards are met for all users.

Tech Stack

• Frontend: React for Web, React Native for mobile app
• Backend: Python, FastAPI
• Database: MySQL or MariaDB
• AI Models: GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses
• AI Tools: Litellm for LLM Routing
• Local Orchestration: Docker, docker-compose
• Server-side Orchestration: Kubernetes

Assumptions and Constraints

• The platform will initially target the Indian sports community, considering local sports and events.
• The system should be scalable to accommodate future international expansion.
• Integration with third-party e-commerce and event management systems may be required.

Glossary

• Sportsperson: An individual actively engaged in sports activities.
• E-commerce: Online commercial transactions conducted electronically on the platform.
• Chatbot: An AI-driven tool providing automated assistance to users.
• Coach Recommendation System: A feature suggesting coaches based on user profiles and preferences.