Real Cribbage System Requirements Document

1. Introduction

This document outlines the system requirements for the "Real Cribbage" project, aiming to enhance the existing cribbage app with new features and improvements.

2. System Overview

The Real Cribbage project is designed to provide users with an engaging and educational cribbage experience. The app will include features to help users improve their skills, track their progress, and enjoy the game in various modes.

3. Functional Requirements

• As a User, I should be able to play cribbage in both standard and fast modes.
• As a User, I should be able to receive assistance for optimal play suggestions.
• As a User, I should be able to view statistics such as average pegging score, hand score, and crib score.
• As a User, I should be able to see a summary of sub-optimal plays at the end of each game.
• As a User, I should be able to track my error rate over time.
• As a User, I should be able to use the "Discard Analyzer" to decide on optimal discards.
• As a User, I should be able to view in-depth statistical analysis of possible flip card results.
• As a User, I should be able to download the app from the Play Store.

4. User Personas

• Casual Player: Enjoys playing cribbage for fun and relaxation.
• Competitive Player: Focuses on improving skills and competing at higher levels.
• Learner: New to cribbage and interested in learning strategies and rules.

5. Core User Flows

• Casual Player starts a game -> selects fast mode -> plays -> views summary.
• Competitive Player starts a game -> uses assistance for optimal plays -> reviews statistics.
• Learner starts a game -> uses "Discard Analyzer" -> learns from statistical analysis.
• User downloads the app from the Play Store -> installs -> starts playing.

6. Visuals Colors and Theme

• primary: #1A237E (Indigo)
• primary_light: #534BAE
• secondary: #FF7043 (Deep Orange)
• accent: #FFC107 (Amber)
• highlight: #FFEB3B (Yellow)
• bg: #F5F5F5 (Light Gray)
• surface: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.8)
• text: #212121 (Dark Gray)
• text_muted: #757575 (Gray)
• border: rgba(33, 33, 33, 0.2)

7. Signature Design Concept

The homepage will feature an interactive 3D cribbage board using @react-three/fiber. Users can rotate and zoom into the board, with cards flipping dynamically as they play. Hovering over cards will display potential moves and statistics, creating an engaging and educational experience.

8. Interaction Model & Motion Direction

• Interaction Model: Parallax
• The landing page will feature layered depth with scroll-triggered animations, creating a dynamic and immersive experience. Each section will have distinctive mechanics, such as kinetic typography and interactive card animations.

9. Non-Functional Requirements

• The app should be responsive and perform well on various devices.
• Ensure data security and user privacy.
• Provide a seamless user experience with minimal load times.

10. Tech Stack

• Frontend: React for Web
• Backend: Python, FastAPI
• Database: MySQL or MariaDB
• AI Models: GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses
• Local Orchestration: Docker, docker-compose

11. Assumptions and Constraints

• The app will be available on both iOS and Android platforms.
• Users will have internet access to utilize all features.
• The app will comply with relevant data protection regulations.

12. Glossary

• Cribbage: A card game traditionally for two players.
• Pegging: The process of scoring points in cribbage.
• Discard Analyzer: A feature to help decide optimal discards.
• Statistics: Data reflecting user performance and progress.