Frosty-Real System Requirements Document

1. Introduction

The Frosty-Real project aims to develop a comprehensive real estate website tailored to meet the needs of users in India. This document outlines the system requirements necessary to build and maintain the website, ensuring it is user-friendly, efficient, and scalable.

2. System Overview

Frosty-Real is designed to facilitate real estate transactions by providing a platform where users can browse, list, and manage property listings. The website will cater to various user personas, including buyers, sellers, and real estate agents. It will feature an intuitive interface, robust search capabilities, and secure transaction processes.

3. Functional Requirements

• As a Buyer, I should be able to search for properties using various filters such as location, price range, and property type.
• As a Seller, I should be able to list my property with detailed descriptions, images, and pricing information.
• As a Real Estate Agent, I should be able to manage multiple property listings and track inquiries.
• As a User, I should be able to create an account and manage my profile.
• As a User, I should be able to save favorite properties for future reference.
• As a User, I should be able to contact sellers or agents directly through the platform.
• As an Admin, I should be able to approve or reject property listings.
• As an Admin, I should be able to manage user accounts and permissions.
• As a User, I should be able to view property details, including images, descriptions, and pricing.
• As a User, I should be able to access a map view of property locations.

4. User Personas

• Buyer: Individuals looking to purchase real estate properties.
• Seller: Property owners who want to list their properties for sale.
• Real Estate Agent: Professionals managing multiple property listings and client interactions.
• Admin: Personnel responsible for overseeing platform operations and user management.

5. Core User Flows

• Buyer searches for properties -> applies filters -> views property details -> contacts seller/agent.
• Seller creates an account -> lists a property -> uploads images and details -> submits for approval.
• Real Estate Agent logs in -> manages listings -> responds to inquiries -> updates property details.
• Admin reviews new listings -> approves/rejects listings -> manages user accounts.

6. Visuals Colors and Theme

• primary: #1A73E8 (deep blue)
• primary_light: #E8F0FE (light blue)
• secondary: #FF7043 (coral)
• accent: #FFCA28 (amber)
• highlight: #FFA726 (orange)
• bg: #F5F5F5 (light grey)
• surface: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.9) (white)
• text: #212121 (dark grey)
• text_muted: #757575 (medium grey)
• border: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) (light black)

7. Signature Design Concept

The Frosty-Real homepage will feature an interactive 3D cityscape using @react-three/fiber and @react-three/drei. Users can navigate through a virtual city where each building represents a property listing. Hovering over a building will display a brief property overview, and clicking will take the user to the detailed listing page. The cityscape will dynamically update based on the user's search filters, providing a visually engaging and immersive experience.

8. Interaction Model & Motion Direction

The landing page will use a "parallax" interaction model, with layered depth effects as users scroll through the page. Decorative elements like floating property icons and animated transitions will enhance the storytelling aspect of the real estate journey. Internal pages will adopt a "static" model to prioritize clarity and ease of navigation.

9. Non-Functional Requirements

• The website must be responsive and accessible on various devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
• The system should handle up to 10,000 concurrent users without performance degradation.
• Data security and user privacy must comply with local regulations and best practices.

10. Tech Stack

• Frontend: React for Web
• Backend: Python, FastAPI
• Database: MySQL or MariaDB, with alembic for migrations
• AI Models: Not applicable
• AI Tools: Not applicable
• Local Orchestration: Docker, docker-compose
• Server-side Orchestration: Kubernetes

11. Assumptions and Constraints

• The website will primarily target users in India, considering local real estate market dynamics.
• The platform will not initially support rental listings, focusing solely on property sales.
• Integration with third-party payment gateways will be deferred to a later phase.

12. Glossary

• Buyer: A user interested in purchasing properties.
• Seller: A user listing properties for sale.
• Real Estate Agent: A professional managing property listings.
• Admin: A user responsible for platform management and oversight.
• Parallax: A scrolling technique that creates a 3D effect by moving background images slower than foreground images.