System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: bold-ai

1. Introduction

The bold-ai project, also known as "Bharat Smart Assistant," is an AI-powered, full-stack mobile and web application designed to address real-world challenges faced by Indian users, both in rural and urban areas. This application aims to provide a free, multilingual, and user-friendly platform to assist users in areas such as job discovery, government scheme eligibility, financial guidance, agriculture support, and student career guidance.

The solution is committed to being completely free of charge, ensuring accessibility for all users, regardless of their economic background. By leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies and a user-centric design, bold-ai will empower individuals across India to make informed decisions and improve their quality of life.

2. System Overview

bold-ai is a scalable, AI-driven platform that integrates advanced machine learning models, real-time API integrations, and a multilingual interface to deliver personalized assistance. The system is designed to operate seamlessly in both high-connectivity urban areas and low-bandwidth rural regions.

Key features include:

• An AI Personal Assistant capable of voice and chat-based interactions in Hindi, Marathi, and English, with adaptive tones based on user profiles.
• Modules for job discovery, government scheme eligibility, financial guidance, agriculture support, and student career planning.
• Offline functionality to ensure usability in areas with limited internet access.
• A commitment to data privacy and compliance with Indian regulations.

The system will be built using a robust tech stack, including Flutter for mobile, Next.js for web, Python for AI/ML microservices, and Firebase/MongoDB for data storage.

3. Functional Requirements

Core Features:

• As a User, I should be able to interact with the AI Personal Assistant in Hindi, Marathi, and English via voice and chat.
• As a User, I should be able to receive personalized responses based on my profile (e.g., student, farmer, job seeker).
• As a User, I should be able to find government schemes I am eligible for by entering my profile details.
• As a User, I should be able to auto-fill forms and receive a document checklist for government schemes.
• As a User, I should be able to receive real-time updates on new government schemes.
• As a User, I should be able to find jobs and skill-building courses based on my skills and location.
• As a User, I should be able to build a resume and optimize it for ATS systems.
• As a Farmer, I should be able to upload crop images to detect diseases and receive treatment suggestions.
• As a Farmer, I should be able to get weather-based crop suggestions and market price predictions.
• As a User, I should be able to track my expenses automatically by parsing SMS messages.
• As a User, I should be able to receive low-risk investment suggestions and credit score insights.
• As a User, I should be able to use the app in offline mode and sync data when online.

Advanced Features:

• As a User, I should be able to use an AI Agent system for autonomous task execution.
• As a User, I should be able to access real-time data for jobs, weather, and government schemes via API integration.
• As a User, I should experience personalized recommendations based on my behavior.
• As a User, I should be able to verify documents using blockchain technology (optional).

4. User Personas

1. Student:

   • Needs career guidance, skill-building courses, and job opportunities.
   • Prefers a formal and educational tone from the AI assistant.

2. Farmer:

   • Needs agriculture-related support, such as crop disease detection, weather updates, and market prices.
   • Prefers an empathetic and practical tone from the AI assistant.

3. Job Seeker:

   • Needs job recommendations, resume-building tools, and skill enhancement options.
   • Prefers a straightforward and professional tone from the AI assistant.

4. General User:

   • Needs financial guidance, government scheme eligibility, and expense tracking.
   • Prefers a neutral and informative tone from the AI assistant.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Color Palette:

• Background: #F5F5F5 (Soft Beige)
• Surface: #FFFFFF (Pure White)
• Text: #333333 (Deep Charcoal)
• Accent: #FF6F61 (Vibrant Coral)
• Muted Tones: #B0BEC5 (Cool Gray)

This palette reflects a clean, modern, and approachable design, suitable for a diverse audience.

6. Signature Design Concept

The bold-ai homepage will feature an interactive cultural tapestry design.

Concept Details:

• Visuals: The homepage will display a dynamic, animated map of India. Each state will light up in vibrant colors when hovered over, showcasing its unique cultural elements (e.g., Maharashtra’s Warli art, Punjab’s Bhangra dancers).
• Interaction: Users can click on a state to see localized features, such as government schemes, job opportunities, and agriculture tips specific to that region.
• Animation: Subtle animations will include flowing rivers, moving clouds, and glowing icons representing the app’s core features.
• Micro-interactions: When users interact with icons (e.g., job search, financial advice), they will expand into mini pop-ups with quick actions.
• Tone Adaptation: The AI assistant will greet users with culturally relevant phrases based on their selected language and region.

This design will create an unforgettable first impression, celebrating India’s diversity while emphasizing the app’s localized and user-centric approach.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• The system must support at least 10 million concurrent users.
• The app must load within 2 seconds on 3G networks.
• Data must be encrypted both in transit and at rest.
• The system must comply with Indian data privacy regulations (e.g., IT Act 2000).
• The app must function offline with data syncing when reconnected.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend:

• Flutter (Mobile App)
• Next.js (Web Dashboard)

Backend:

• Python (AI/ML microservices)
• FastAPI

Database:

• Firebase (NoSQL)
• MySQL (RDBMS, for structured data)

AI Models:

• GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses
• Claude 4.6 Opas for academic or coding work
• Gemini 3.1 Pro for friendly responses
• Google Nano Banana for image generation

AI Tools:

• LangChain
• LiteLLM for LLM routing

Orchestration:

• Docker (local)
• Kubernetes (server-side)

9. Assumptions and Constraints

• The app will remain completely free of charge for all users.
• Internet connectivity in rural areas may be limited; offline functionality is critical.
• The system will rely on open APIs for government data and weather updates.
• The app must be scalable to accommodate millions of users.

10. Glossary

• LLM: Large Language Model
• ATS: Applicant Tracking System
• RDBMS: Relational Database Management System
• NoSQL: Non-Relational Database System
• AI Agent: An autonomous system capable of executing tasks without user intervention