System Requirements Document (SRD) for frozen-videos

1. Introduction

The frozen-videos project is a personal video storage application designed for Mishra Umesh Chandra, based in India. This application aims to provide a simple, secure, and efficient way to store, organize, and access personal videos. The focus is on privacy, ease of use, and robust functionality tailored to individual needs.

This document outlines the system requirements for the frozen-videos project, including functional and non-functional requirements, user personas, visual design elements, technical stack, and other critical aspects.

2. System Overview

The frozen-videos application is a personal video storage solution that allows users to upload, categorize, and retrieve videos effortlessly. The system will prioritize privacy and security while offering features like metadata tagging, search functionality, and video categorization. The application will be accessible via both web and mobile platforms, ensuring convenience and flexibility for the user.

Key features include:

• Secure video storage with encryption.
• Categorization and tagging for easy organization.
• Advanced search capabilities using metadata.
• A user-friendly interface optimized for personal use.

The system will be designed with a focus on Mishra's specific requirements and preferences, ensuring it meets his personal needs effectively.

3. Functional Requirements

As a User:

• I should be able to upload videos securely.
• I should be able to categorize videos into folders or collections.
• I should be able to tag videos with custom metadata.
• I should be able to search for videos using tags, titles, or other metadata.
• I should be able to preview videos before downloading or playing them.
• I should be able to delete videos I no longer need.
• I should be able to share videos securely with specific individuals via a link.
• I should be able to view storage usage and available space.
• I should be able to set privacy settings for individual videos or collections.

4. User Personas

Primary User: Mishra Umesh Chandra

• Role: Personal user.
• Goals: Securely store and organize personal videos for easy access and retrieval.
• Pain Points: Difficulty in organizing large video collections, lack of privacy in existing solutions, and the need for a simple, intuitive interface.

Secondary User: Trusted Individuals

• Role: Recipients of shared videos.
• Goals: Access shared videos securely without needing to create an account.
• Pain Points: Complicated sharing processes and lack of security in shared links.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

The frozen-videos application will feature a unique and visually appealing color palette that reflects the theme of "frozen" while maintaining a modern and clean aesthetic.

Color Palette:

• Background: #F0F8FF (Alice Blue)
• Surface: #D8EAF6 (Light Ice Blue)
• Text: #1C1C1C (Charcoal Black)
• Accent: #0077B6 (Deep Arctic Blue)
• Muted Tones: #A9C9D9 (Soft Frosted Gray)

This palette evokes a sense of calm, clarity, and organization, aligning with the app's purpose of simplifying video storage.

6. Signature Design Concept

The frozen-videos homepage will feature an interactive frozen lake design. The user will see a serene, animated frozen lake as the background, with subtle ripples and cracks forming dynamically as they move their cursor across the screen. Each "crack" will reveal a video thumbnail or category, creating an engaging and memorable interaction.

Key Features:

• Dynamic Animations: The frozen lake will respond to user interactions with smooth animations, creating a tactile and immersive experience.
• Hover Effects: Hovering over a crack will display a preview of the video or category it represents.
• Smooth Transitions: Clicking on a crack will "shatter" the ice, transitioning the user to the selected video or category page.
• Thematic Consistency: The design will incorporate the icy color palette, with frosted glass effects and subtle snowflake animations.

This unique design will make the app stand out and provide an unforgettable first impression.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: The app should load within 2 seconds for all pages.
• Scalability: The system should support up to 1TB of video storage per user.
• Security: All videos must be encrypted during upload and storage.
• Availability: The system should maintain 99.9% uptime.
• Compatibility: The app must be compatible with major browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari) and mobile operating systems (iOS, Android).
• Localization: The app should support Indian Standard Time (IST) and English as the default language.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend:

• React for Web
• React Native for Mobile App

Backend:

• Python
• FastAPI

Database:

• MySQL (with Alembic for migrations)

AI Models:

• GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses.

AI Tools:

• Langchain
• Litellm for LLM Routing

Orchestration:

• Docker
• Kubernetes

9. Assumptions and Constraints

Assumptions:

• The user will primarily access the application from India.
• The app will be used for personal purposes, not commercial or public sharing.
• The user has a stable internet connection for uploading and downloading videos.

Constraints:

• Maximum storage per user is capped at 1TB.
• The app must comply with Indian data privacy regulations.
• The system must be optimized for low to moderate traffic, as it is intended for personal use.

10. Glossary

• Metadata: Data that provides information about other data, such as tags, titles, or descriptions for videos.
• Encryption: The process of converting data into a secure format to prevent unauthorized access.
• IST: Indian Standard Time, the time zone observed in India.
• Frontend: The part of the application that users interact with directly.
• Backend: The server-side logic and database management of the application.
• Orchestration: The automated configuration, management, and coordination of computer systems and software.