System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: epic-app

1. Introduction

The epic-app is a globally accessible, feature-rich social media platform designed to cater to users worldwide. This document outlines the system requirements for the development, deployment, and maintenance of the epic-app, ensuring it meets the needs of its diverse audience. The app will include modern features such as photo sharing, reels, chat functionalities (including locked and hidden chats with subtle indicators), premium memberships, secure payment options, AI assistant integration, and a custom verification system. Additionally, the app will be installable on mobile devices, laptops, and PCs for maximum accessibility.

This document has been prepared for Abhishek Patil, based in India, and reflects the project's global scope and user-centric design philosophy.

2. System Overview

The epic-app is envisioned as a next-generation social media platform that combines the best features of existing platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, Telegram, and X (formerly Twitter), while introducing unique functionalities such as locked chats, hidden chats (with discreet indicators), premium memberships, advanced security measures, AI assistant integration, and a custom verification system. The app will be accessible on mobile devices (iOS and Android) and desktops/laptops (Windows, macOS, Linux) to ensure a seamless experience across all devices.

Key highlights of the system include:

• Global Accessibility: Designed for worldwide users with multi-language support and scalable infrastructure.
• Premium Membership: Monetization through exclusive features priced at $29/month.
• Custom Verification System: A unique self-verification process for user profiles, ensuring trust and authenticity.
• Security & Privacy: End-to-end encryption, GDPR compliance, and robust reporting/blocking mechanisms.
• Payment Integration: Secure payment gateways for subscriptions and in-app purchases, with worldwide revenue routing.
• AI Assistant: Built-in AI assistant for user queries, recommendations, voice commands, and integration with multiple AI platforms.
• Cross-Platform Compatibility: Installable on mobile devices, laptops, and PCs.
• Performance Optimization: Hang-proof design and battery-efficient functionality.
• Selective Re-Run Capability: Users can trigger regeneration of specific sections of the SRD without affecting the rest of the document.

3. Functional Requirements

User Stories:

• As a User, I should be able to share photos and videos.
• As a User, I should be able to create and view reels.
• As a User, I should be able to send and receive messages.
• As a User, I should be able to lock and hide chats for privacy, with subtle indicators like emojis/icons. Hidden chats should not be directly visible in the chat box.
• As a User, I should be able to subscribe to premium membership for $29/month.
• As a User, I should be able to make secure payments using multiple payment methods.
• As a User, I should be able to report or block other users for safety purposes.
• As a User, I should be able to install the app on laptops and PCs.
• As a User, I should be able to interact with an AI assistant for queries and recommendations.
• As a User, I should be able to access the app on mobile and desktop platforms.
• As a User, I should be able to verify my profile through a custom verification system.
• As an Admin, I should be able to update features and manage app content.
• As an Admin, I should be able to monitor legal compliance and safety protocols.
• As an Admin, I should be able to track revenue and manage global payments securely.
• As an Admin, I should be able to integrate multiple AI systems into the app.
• As a User, I should be able to trigger selective re-run capability for SRD regeneration.

4. User Personas

1. General User

• Description: Regular users who interact with the app for social media purposes, including sharing photos, reels, and messaging.
• Needs: Easy-to-use interface, privacy features, engaging content, and AI assistant support.

2. Premium User

• Description: Users who subscribe to the premium membership for exclusive features.
• Needs: Ad-free experience, advanced privacy controls, premium content access, and priority AI assistant services.

3. Verified User

• Description: Users who complete the custom verification process to gain a verified badge on their profile.
• Needs: Trust-building features, secure document upload, and visible verification status.

4. Admin

• Description: Responsible for managing app updates, monitoring safety protocols, ensuring legal compliance, and tracking revenue.
• Needs: Full control over app features, user management tools, analytics dashboards, and secure payment tracking.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Color Palette:

• Background: #121212 (Rich Black)
• Surface: #1F1F1F (Dark Gray)
• Text: #E0E0E0 (Soft White)
• Accent: #FF6F61 (Coral Red)
• Muted Tones: #616161 (Slate Gray)

Mood Direction:

The theme is sleek, modern, and privacy-focused, with a professional yet inviting tone. The color palette reflects a secure and user-friendly environment, ensuring consistency with the app's identity.

6. Signature Design Concept

Concept: Interactive Privacy Galaxy

The homepage will feature an Interactive Privacy Galaxy where users can explore the app's features as stars in a galaxy.

• Visuals: A dynamic galaxy map with stars representing features like "Hidden Chats," "Premium Membership," "Custom Verification," etc.
• Interaction: Hovering over a star will display a tooltip with feature details, while clicking will zoom into the feature's dedicated section.
• Animations: Stars will pulsate subtly, and the galaxy will rotate slowly, creating a mesmerizing effect.
• Color Shifts: The galaxy's color scheme will shift based on the time of day (e.g., warm tones in the morning, cool tones at night).
• Micro-Interactions: Clicking on a star will trigger smooth transitions to the feature's page, with subtle sound effects for enhanced user engagement.

This design will make the homepage unforgettable, emphasizing the app's focus on privacy, innovation, and user-centric design.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: The app should load within 2 seconds on all devices.
• Scalability: Support millions of users globally without performance degradation.
• Security: End-to-end encryption for chats and payments; compliance with GDPR and other global standards.
• Availability: 99.9% uptime guaranteed.
• Cross-Platform Compatibility: Fully functional on mobile devices, laptops, and PCs.
• Battery Optimization: Minimized background processes to reduce battery consumption.
• Hang-Proof Design: Crash analytics and resource monitoring to ensure smooth operation.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend:

• React for Web
• React Native for Mobile

Backend:

• Python
• FastAPI

Database:

• MySQL or MariaDB (with Alembic for migrations)
• MongoDB for NoSQL needs

AI Models:

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

AI Tools:

• Litellm for LLM Routing
• Langchain

Orchestration:

• Docker and docker-compose for local development
• Kubernetes for server-side orchestration

9. Assumptions and Constraints

Assumptions:

• Users will have access to stable internet connections.
• The app will support multiple languages for global accessibility.
• Payment gateways will be available in all target countries.
• Admin will have full control over updates and publishing.

Constraints:

• Compliance with global data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR).
• Limited to $29/month for premium membership pricing.
• Deployment timelines will depend on app testing and approval processes for Play Store and App Store.

10. Glossary

• PWA: Progressive Web App, a web application that can be installed on desktops and mobile devices.
• GDPR: General Data Protection Regulation, a legal framework for data privacy in the EU.
• PCI Compliance: Standards for secure payment processing.
• E2EE: End-to-End Encryption, ensuring secure communication between users.
• AI Assistant: Artificial intelligence-powered assistant integrated into the app for user support and recommendations.
• Selective Re-Run Capability: A feature allowing users to trigger regeneration of specific sections of the SRD without affecting the rest of the document.
• Custom Verification System: A self-verification process for user profiles, ensuring trust and authenticity.

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