System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: fierce-sarees

1. Introduction

The fierce-sarees project is a digital platform designed to showcase and sell sarees that blend traditional charm with modern comfort. This document outlines the system requirements for the project, ensuring that the platform meets the needs of its users while maintaining a seamless and elegant experience.

The platform will cater to Bharat Patel's vision of creating a saree brand that resonates with customers in India (IN), offering a curated collection of sarees for daily wear and special occasions. The system will prioritize user-friendly navigation, aesthetic appeal, and robust functionality to deliver a memorable shopping experience.

2. System Overview

The fierce-sarees platform will be a responsive e-commerce website that allows users to explore, select, and purchase sarees. The system will include the following key components:

• A visually captivating landing page with a strong brand identity.
• A categorized product catalog for easy navigation.
• A secure and efficient checkout process.
• User accounts for personalized shopping experiences.
• Admin tools for inventory and order management.

The platform will be optimized for both desktop and mobile devices, ensuring accessibility and usability for all users.

3. Functional Requirements

User Stories:

• As a User, I should be able to browse sarees by category (e.g., Cotton, Mal Mal).
• As a User, I should be able to view detailed descriptions and images of each saree.
• As a User, I should be able to add sarees to my cart and proceed to checkout.
• As a User, I should be able to create an account to save my preferences and order history.
• As a User, I should be able to search for specific sarees using keywords.
• As an Admin, I should be able to add, edit, and remove saree listings.
• As an Admin, I should be able to manage orders and track inventory.
• As a Guest, I should be able to browse and purchase sarees without creating an account.

4. User Personas

1. User (Customer)

• Description: Individuals looking to purchase sarees for daily wear or special occasions.
• Goals: Browse, select, and purchase sarees with ease.
• Pain Points: Difficulty finding high-quality, affordable sarees online.

2. Admin

• Description: The business owner or team managing the platform.
• Goals: Manage inventory, update product listings, and process orders efficiently.
• Pain Points: Time-consuming manual processes for inventory and order management.

3. Guest

• Description: Visitors who want to explore the platform without creating an account.
• Goals: Browse and purchase sarees quickly.
• Pain Points: Limited access to personalized features.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Color Palette:

• Background: #FDF5E6 (Soft Cream)
• Surface: #FFF8DC (Light Goldenrod)
• Text: #4B0082 (Indigo)
• Accent: #FF4500 (Orange Red)
• Muted Tones: #D3D3D3 (Light Gray)

The color palette reflects the elegance and vibrancy of traditional Indian sarees, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

6. Signature Design Concept

Interactive Fabric Flow Homepage

The homepage will feature an interactive fabric flow animation that mimics the graceful drape of a saree. As users scroll, the fabric will "unfold" to reveal different sections of the website, such as the hero banner, product categories, and featured collections.

• Hero Section: A dynamic banner with the tagline "Grace in Every Thread," where the text appears to be "stitched" into the fabric in real-time.
• Transitions: Smooth, flowing animations that mimic the movement of fabric.
• Micro-Interactions: Hovering over a saree image will create a ripple effect, as if touching real fabric.
• Color Shifts: The background fabric subtly changes colors based on the time of day (e.g., warm tones in the morning, cooler tones in the evening).

This design will create a memorable first impression, immersing users in the world of sarees and setting the tone for the brand's identity.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• The platform must load within 3 seconds on both desktop and mobile devices.
• The system must support at least 10,000 concurrent users.
• The website must comply with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1).
• All user data must be encrypted and stored securely.
• The platform must be scalable to accommodate future growth.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend:

• React for Web

Backend:

• Python
• FastAPI

Database:

• MySQL (with Alembic for migrations)

AI Tools:

• GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses

Local Orchestration:

• Docker
• docker-compose

Server-Side Orchestration:

• Kubernetes

9. Assumptions and Constraints

Assumptions:

• Users will primarily access the platform from India (IN).
• The majority of transactions will be in INR currency.
• The platform will initially focus on sarees but may expand to other products in the future.

Constraints:

• The system must adhere to local tax and e-commerce regulations in India.
• The platform must be optimized for low-bandwidth connections.

10. Glossary

• Saree: A traditional Indian garment worn by women, consisting of a long piece of fabric draped around the body.
• Hero Section: The topmost section of a webpage, typically featuring a prominent image or message.
• WCAG: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, a set of standards for making web content accessible to people with disabilities.
• Alembic: A database migration tool for Python.

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