System Requirements Document (SRD) for jade-resume

1. Introduction

The jade-resume project aims to revolutionize the way professionals and freelancers create and submit proposals for job opportunities across various platforms. By leveraging user-provided resumes, LinkedIn profiles, portfolios, and past work, the system will dynamically generate professional, platform-specific proposals. It will also include intelligent follow-up questions tailored to job descriptions, ensuring a conversational and engaging approach that aligns with client expectations.

This document outlines the system's requirements, functional capabilities, user personas, design elements, and technical considerations to guide the development of jade-resume.

2. System Overview

The jade-resume system is designed to automate the process of creating professional proposals for freelancers and job seekers. It will analyze user-provided data (resume, LinkedIn profile, portfolio, and past work) and generate tailored proposals for platforms such as Upwork, Fiverr, LinkedIn, Reddit, and Facebook. The system will also support additional services, including website development, CRM solutions, and virtual assistant (VA) job applications.

Key features include:

• Platform-specific tone and structure for proposals.
• Dynamic follow-up questions based on job descriptions to gather more context.
• Inclusion of tailored offers, timelines, and relevant past work.
• Flexibility to include additional services like website development, CRM solutions, and VA job applications.

The system will cater to a global audience, with a focus on Ruchir Patel's locale in Kenya (KE), ensuring cultural and professional relevance.

3. Functional Requirements

• As a User, I should be able to upload my resume, LinkedIn profile, portfolio, and past work for analysis.
• As a User, I should be able to input job descriptions from platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, LinkedIn, Reddit, and Facebook.
• As a User, I should receive platform-specific, professional proposals tailored to the job description.
• As a User, I should be able to include additional services like website development, CRM solutions, and VA job applications in my proposals.
• As a User, I should receive intelligent follow-up questions based on the job description to gather more context.
• As a User, I should be able to customize the tone and structure of the proposals dynamically based on the platform.
• As a User, I should be able to review and edit the generated proposals before submission.

4. User Personas

4.1 Freelancer

• Description: A professional seeking job opportunities on platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and LinkedIn.
• Goals: To create tailored, high-quality proposals quickly and efficiently.
• Pain Points: Time-consuming proposal writing, lack of personalization, and difficulty in maintaining a professional tone across platforms.

4.2 Virtual Assistant (VA)

• Description: An individual specializing in administrative and operational tasks, looking for VA job opportunities.
• Goals: To highlight organizational and communication skills in proposals.
• Pain Points: Difficulty in showcasing relevant experience and crafting engaging proposals.

4.3 Business Owner

• Description: A professional offering services like website development and CRM solutions.
• Goals: To expand their client base by including additional services in proposals.
• Pain Points: Limited time to create comprehensive proposals that showcase diverse skill sets.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

The jade-resume project will adopt a modern, professional, and approachable design aesthetic. The color palette is tailored to evoke trust, creativity, and professionalism.

Color Palette

• primary: #2A7B9B (Deep Teal Blue)
• primary_light: #5BA9C6 (Light Teal Blue)
• secondary: #F4A261 (Warm Coral)
• accent: #E76F51 (Vibrant Terracotta)
• highlight: #F4D35E (Golden Yellow)
• bg: #F9F9F9 (Soft Off-White)
• surface: rgba(42, 123, 155, 0.1) (Translucent Teal Blue)
• text: #2D2D2D (Dark Charcoal)
• text_muted: #6C757D (Muted Gray)
• border: rgba(42, 123, 155, 0.2) (Subtle Teal Blue)

6. Signature Design Concept

Interactive Proposal Builder with Dynamic Visual Feedback

The homepage of jade-resume will feature an Interactive Proposal Builder that visually represents the proposal creation process. Users will interact with a dynamic, scroll-driven interface that resembles a digital workspace. Key elements include:

1. Dynamic Workspace Animation:

   • A 3D desk environment (using @react-three/fiber and @react-three/drei) where each proposal component (resume, LinkedIn, portfolio, job description) appears as a draggable card.
   • Users can drag and drop these cards into a "Proposal Generator" slot, which animates with a glowing effect when active.

2. Real-Time Proposal Preview:

   • As users interact with the workspace, a live preview of the proposal updates in real-time on a floating screen.
   • The preview animates with smooth transitions (framer-motion) as users make changes.

3. Follow-Up Question Assistant:

   • A chatbot-style assistant (powered by GPT 5.4) appears as a floating icon. Clicking it opens a conversation panel where users can view and respond to dynamically generated follow-up questions.

4. Platform-Specific Themes:

   • The workspace background subtly changes to reflect the platform (e.g., LinkedIn = professional blue tones, Reddit = vibrant orange and white).

This concept ensures that users feel engaged and in control while creating their proposals, making the process both intuitive and enjoyable.

7. Interaction Model & Motion Direction

Interaction Model: Parallax

The landing page will use a parallax interaction model to create a visually rich and immersive first impression. Layers of the digital workspace will move at different speeds as users scroll, adding depth and dynamism.

Motion Direction

• Scroll-Triggered Animations: Proposal components will fade in and slide into place as users scroll.
• Hover Effects: Interactive elements like cards and buttons will respond with subtle scaling and shadow effects.
• Spring Physics: Drag-and-drop interactions will feature spring-like motion for a tactile feel (framer-motion).

For internal pages (e.g., dashboard, settings), a static interaction model will prioritize clarity and usability.

8. Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: The system should generate proposals within 5 seconds of input submission.
• Scalability: Support up to 10,000 active users simultaneously.
• Accessibility: Ensure WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for all interfaces.
• Localization: Default to English (Kenyan locale) with support for additional languages in the future.
• Security: Implement robust data encryption for user-uploaded files and sensitive information.

9. Tech Stack

Frontend

• React for Web
• @react-three/fiber + @react-three/drei for 3D interactions
• framer-motion for animations

Backend

• Python
• FastAPI

Database

• MySQL (with Alembic for migrations)

AI Models

• GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses and follow-up question generation

AI Tools

• Litellm for LLM Routing
• Langchain for workflow orchestration

Local Orchestration

• Docker
• docker-compose

Server-Side Orchestration

• Kubernetes

10. Assumptions and Constraints

• Users will provide accurate and complete information (resume, LinkedIn profile, portfolio, and past work).
• The system will initially support English as the primary language.
• Internet connectivity is required for real-time proposal generation.

11. Glossary

• Proposal Generator: The core feature of the system that creates tailored job proposals.
• Follow-Up Questions: Intelligent queries generated based on job descriptions to gather additional context.
• CRM: Customer Relationship Management, a system for managing client interactions.
• VA: Virtual Assistant, a professional providing administrative and operational support remotely.