System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: kinetic-web

1. Introduction

The kinetic-web project is a website designed to showcase and sell digital products, tailored for users in Tanzania (TZ). The platform aims to provide a seamless experience for browsing, purchasing, and managing digital products such as e-books, software, templates, and other downloadable content.

This document outlines the system requirements for the initial build of kinetic-web, incorporating pre-resolved API supervisor requirements and user-specific needs.

2. System Overview

The kinetic-web platform will serve as a digital storefront, enabling users to browse, purchase, and download digital products. It will feature user-friendly navigation, secure payment processing, and account management functionalities.

Key objectives include:

• Scalability to accommodate a growing product catalog.
• Localization for Tanzanian users, including currency (TZS), timezone (EAT), and language preferences.
• Integration with APIs for seamless backend operations.

The system will be built using modern web technologies to ensure performance, security, and responsiveness across devices.

3. Functional Requirements

As User:

• As User I should be able to browse digital products by category.
• As User I should be able to search for specific products using keywords.
• As User I should be able to view detailed product descriptions, including images and specifications.
• As User I should be able to add products to a shopping cart.
• As User I should be able to securely purchase products using multiple payment options (e.g., mobile money, credit card).
• As User I should be able to download purchased products immediately after payment.
• As User I should be able to create and manage my account (profile, purchase history, etc.).

As Admin:

• As Admin I should be able to add, edit, or remove products from the catalog.
• As Admin I should be able to manage user accounts and permissions.
• As Admin I should be able to view sales analytics and generate reports.
• As Admin I should be able to configure payment gateways and API integrations.

4. User Personas

1. User (Customer)

• Description: Individuals looking to purchase digital products.
• Needs: Easy navigation, secure transactions, and instant access to purchased items.

2. Admin

• Description: Platform managers responsible for maintaining the product catalog and overseeing operations.
• Needs: Efficient tools for product and user management, as well as analytics for decision-making.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Color Palette:

The kinetic-web platform will feature a vibrant and modern color scheme inspired by Tanzanian culture and digital innovation:

• Background: #F5F5F5 (Soft Gray)
• Surface: #FFFFFF (Pure White)
• Text: #1A1A1A (Deep Charcoal)
• Accent: #FF6F00 (Bright Orange)
• Muted Tones: #B3B3B3 (Neutral Gray)

This palette ensures readability, visual appeal, and a professional yet approachable aesthetic.

6. Signature Design Concept

Interactive Product Showcase with Dynamic Animations

The homepage of kinetic-web will feature an Interactive Product Carousel that dynamically shifts and animates as users hover over products.

Details:

• Hero Section: A full-width carousel displaying featured products with subtle parallax scrolling effects.
• Hover Interaction: When a user hovers over a product, it expands slightly, revealing additional details like price and a "Quick View" button.
• Micro-Animations: Smooth transitions between sections, with buttons and icons subtly glowing when interacted with.
• Background: A gradient animation inspired by Tanzanian landscapes, transitioning between warm orange and cool blue tones based on the time of day.

This design will create a memorable first impression, engaging users with a visually stunning and interactive experience.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: The website must load within 3 seconds on standard broadband connections.
• Security: Implement SSL encryption for secure transactions and data protection.
• Scalability: Support up to 10,000 concurrent users and a growing product catalog.
• Accessibility: Ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 standards for accessibility.
• Localization: Default currency set to Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) and timezone to East Africa Time (EAT).

8. Tech Stack

Frontend:

• React for Web

Backend:

• Python
• FastAPI

Database:

• MySQL (with Alembic for migrations)

AI Models:

• GPT 5.2 for user-friendly responses
• Claude 4.5 Opas for coding and academic work

AI Tools:

• Litellm for LLM Routing
• Langchain

Orchestration:

• Docker for local orchestration
• Kubernetes for server-side orchestration

9. Assumptions and Constraints

• Assumptions:

  • Users will have access to stable internet connections.
  • Payment gateways will support Tanzanian mobile money services.
  • The platform will initially target Tanzanian users but may expand globally in the future.

• Constraints:

  • Budget limitations may restrict advanced features in the initial build.
  • Compliance with Tanzanian e-commerce regulations is mandatory.

10. Glossary

• API: Application Programming Interface, used for backend integrations.
• WCAG: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, standards for accessible web design.
• TZS: Tanzanian Shilling, the local currency.
• EAT: East Africa Time, the local timezone.
• SSL: Secure Sockets Layer, a protocol for encrypting internet communications.

This document serves as the foundation for the development of kinetic-web, ensuring alignment with user needs and technical feasibility.