System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: gilded-business

1. Introduction

Welcome to the System Requirements Document (SRD) for gilded-business, a project aimed at creating a dynamic and visually appealing website for Ceramic Shopee, a ceramic business located in Gota, Ahmedabad, India. Ceramic Shopee specializes in tiles and bath fitting products, catering to both individual customers and dealers/contractors.

This document outlines the requirements and design specifications for the website, ensuring it meets the needs of its diverse user base while showcasing the company's products effectively.

The website will include the following pages:

1. Home Page: A visually engaging landing page to introduce Ceramic Shopee and highlight featured products.
2. About Us Page: A dedicated page to share the story, values, and location details of Ceramic Shopee.
3. Contact Us Page: A user-friendly page for inquiries, with integrated forms and location maps.
4. All Products Page: A comprehensive catalog displaying tiles and bath fittings, organized by categories.
5. Footer: A consistent footer across all pages with essential links, contact details, and copyright information.

2. System Overview

The gilded-business website will serve as a comprehensive platform for Ceramic Shopee, enabling users to browse a catalog of tiles and bath fittings, make purchases online, and inquire about products. The system will cater to three primary user personas: individual customers, dealers/contractors, and administrators.

The website will feature:

• A visually rich product catalog with high-quality images.
• Online purchasing capabilities with account creation for order tracking.
• Inquiry forms for users who prefer offline communication.
• A responsive design optimized for both desktop and mobile devices.
• Localization features tailored for the Indian market, including INR currency and IST timezone.
• A footer with quick links, social media integration, and contact details.

3. Functional Requirements

Individual Customers

• As a Customer, I should be able to browse tiles and bath fitting products by category.
• As a Customer, I should be able to view detailed product descriptions and high-resolution images.
• As a Customer, I should be able to add products to a shopping cart and purchase them online.
• As a Customer, I should be able to create an account to track my orders.
• As a Customer, I should be able to inquire about products via a contact form.

Dealers/Contractors

• As a Dealer, I should be able to browse bulk purchase options.
• As a Dealer, I should be able to request quotes for large orders.
• As a Dealer, I should be able to create an account to manage inquiries and orders.

Administrators

• As an Admin, I should be able to add, edit, and delete products in the catalog.
• As an Admin, I should be able to manage user accounts and inquiries.
• As an Admin, I should be able to view sales analytics and generate reports.

Pages Requested by User

• As a User, I should be able to view the Home Page with featured products and a brief introduction to Ceramic Shopee.
• As a User, I should be able to access the About Us Page to learn about the company’s story and values.
• As a User, I should be able to use the Contact Us Page to send inquiries and view location details.
• As a User, I should be able to browse the All Products Page for a complete catalog of tiles and bath fittings.
• As a User, I should see a Footer across all pages with quick links, social media links, and contact details.

Selective Re-run Capability

• As a User, I should be able to trigger selective regeneration of specific sections of the SRD to update requirements dynamically.

4. User Personas

Individual Customers

• Description: Homeowners and individuals looking for tiles and bath fittings for personal use.
• Goals: Easy browsing, detailed product information, and seamless purchasing.

Dealers/Contractors

• Description: Professionals purchasing in bulk for construction or renovation projects.
• Goals: Bulk purchase options, quote requests, and account management.

Administrators

• Description: Ceramic Shopee staff responsible for managing the website and operations.
• Goals: Efficient product management, user support, and sales tracking.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Color Palette

The website will feature a unique color palette inspired by the elegance and earthiness of ceramic products:

• Background: #F5E8C7 (Soft Sand)
• Surface: #FFFFFF (Bright White)
• Text: #3A3A3A (Slate Gray)
• Accent: #D35400 (Terracotta Orange)
• Muted Tones: #A6A6A6 (Neutral Gray)

This palette reflects the natural tones of ceramic tiles and bath fittings, creating a warm and inviting aesthetic.

6. Signature Design Concept

Concept: Living Ceramic Experience

The homepage will feature a Living Ceramic Experience that immerses users in the artistry of Ceramic Shopee’s products.

Details:

• The homepage will include a 3D interactive mosaic wall, where users can click on tiles to reveal product details and pricing.
• Hover effects will create a subtle shimmer on tiles, mimicking the texture of polished ceramics.
• The background will feature a dynamic gradient inspired by sunrise and sunset tones, shifting colors based on the time of day.
• The About Us page will include scroll-triggered animations that reveal the company’s story in a timeline format.
• The Contact Us page will feature a live map integration with zoom and pin-drop animations for the Gota, Ahmedabad location.
• The All Products Page will utilize drag-and-drop filters, allowing users to customize their browsing experience interactively.

This design will make the website visually captivating and emphasize the craftsmanship and uniqueness of Ceramic Shopee’s offerings.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: The website should load within 3 seconds on standard broadband connections.
• Scalability: The system should support up to 10,000 concurrent users.
• Security: User data and payment information must be encrypted using SSL/TLS.
• Accessibility: The website should comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
• Localization: Default currency will be INR, and the timezone will be IST.
• Selective Re-run Capability: The system should allow dynamic regeneration of specific SRD sections based on user input.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend

• React for Web

Backend

• Python
• FastAPI

Database

• MySQL (preferred) or MariaDB with Alembic for migrations

AI Models

• GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses

AI Tools

• Langchain

Local Orchestration

• Docker
• docker-compose

Server-Side Orchestration

• Kubernetes

9. Assumptions and Constraints

Assumptions

• Users will primarily access the website via modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari).
• The majority of transactions will be in INR.
• High-quality product images will be provided by Ceramic Shopee.

Constraints

• The website must be optimized for mobile devices.
• The system must comply with Indian e-commerce regulations.

10. Glossary

• IST: Indian Standard Time
• WCAG: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
• SSL/TLS: Secure Sockets Layer / Transport Layer Security
• Docker: A platform for containerized applications
• Kubernetes: A system for automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications
• Selective Re-run Capability: A feature allowing dynamic regeneration of specific SRD sections based on user input

This concludes the updated System Requirements Document for gilded-business.