System Requirements Document for laser-money

1. Introduction

The laser-money project aims to create a website that allows Canadian users to request funds and have them credited to their bank accounts within three hours. The service is designed to be fast, secure, and user-friendly, catering to individuals who need quick access to funds. The maximum amount per request is $50,000, with no limit on the total amount transferred over time.

2. System Overview

The laser-money system provides a platform for users to request funds by entering an amount and their bank information. The funds are then transferred to the user's linked Canadian bank account within three hours. The system supports unlimited total transfers, although each individual request is capped at $50,000. The service is available only to Canadian residents, and users can link any Canadian bank account to receive funds.

2a. Product Interpretation and Delivery Boundary

The laser-money service is delivered through a custom website interface, requiring users to create an account and log in to request funds. The service is limited to Canadian users, and all transactions are processed within the country. The system includes backend integration to facilitate fund transfers, ensuring that funds are credited to the user's bank account within the specified time frame.

2b. Source Content Inventory

Not applicable as there is no explicit content_source directive.

2c. Page Content and Component Coverage

Landing

• Information: Overview of the service, Canada-only restriction, $50,000 per-request maximum, and expected availability.
• Primary Actions: Navigate to Sign Up or Login.
• Components: Hero section with frosted glass card, bold headline, and CTA button.

Login

• Information: User authentication for returning users.
• Primary Actions: Enter credentials, submit login.
• Components: Input fields for email and password, login button.

Sign Up

• Information: User registration for new applicants.
• Primary Actions: Enter personal information, submit registration.
• Components: Input fields for personal details, registration button.

Funding Request

• Information: Workspace for entering funding request details.
• Primary Actions: Enter amount, submit request.
• Components: Input field for amount, submit button, validation for $50,000 maximum.

Bank Accounts

• Information: Manage linked Canadian bank accounts.
• Primary Actions: Link new bank account, manage existing accounts.
• Components: Input fields for bank details, link button.

Processing

• Information: Track the status of submitted funding requests.
• Primary Actions: View request status.
• Components: Status display, refresh button.

Transfer Status

• Information: Outcome of fund transfers.
• Primary Actions: View transfer details.
• Components: Transfer status display, expected timing information.

3. Functional Requirements

• As an Applicant, I should be able to request funds by entering an amount up to $50,000 and providing my bank information. (explicit)
• As an Applicant, I should be able to link any Canadian bank account to receive funds. (explicit)
• As an Applicant, I should receive the requested funds in my linked bank account within three hours. (explicit)
• As an Applicant, I should be able to create an account and log in to manage my funding requests and bank account details. (required_inference)
• As an Applicant, I should be able to view the status of my funding requests and transfers. (required_inference)

4. User Personas

• Applicant: The individual who requests funds, provides personal and bank information, links a Canadian bank account, and receives funds credited to that account.

5. Core User Flows

1. Sign Up Flow

   • Applicant navigates to the Sign Up page.
   • Enters personal information and submits the registration form.
   • Receives confirmation and is redirected to the Login page.

2. Login Flow

   • Applicant navigates to the Login page.
   • Enters credentials and submits the login form.
   • Gains access to the Funding Request and Bank Accounts pages.

3. Funding Request Flow

   • Applicant navigates to the Funding Request page.
   • Enters the desired amount and submits the request.
   • System validates the amount and processes the request.
   • Applicant views the request status on the Processing page.

4. Bank Account Management Flow

   • Applicant navigates to the Bank Accounts page.
   • Links a new Canadian bank account or manages existing accounts.
   • Confirms successful linking or updates.

5. Transfer Status Flow

   • Applicant navigates to the Transfer Status page.
   • Views the outcome of the fund transfer and expected timing.

6. Visuals Colors and Theme

• Muse: Michal Malewicz
• Palette:
  • Background: #F0F4F8
  • Surface: #FFFFFF
  • Text: #333333
  • Primary: #9C27B0
  • Accent: #FF4081
  • Muted: #BDBDBD
• Typography:
  • Headings: Plus Jakarta Sans — Semi-bold, uppercase
  • Body: Manrope
  • Scale: 1.25 modular
• Shape Language: Rounded edges, frosted panels, soft shadows
• Layout: Floating card layouts with generous white space
• Motion: Gentle hover-lift effects, smooth gradient transitions

7. Signature Design Concept

The Landing page features a full-width gradient background with a central frosted glass card. The card includes a bold headline and a CTA button, using primary and accent colors for emphasis. Interactive hover elements with lift and shadow effects enhance user engagement.

8. Interaction Model & Motion Direction

• Interaction Model: Animated
• Motion Tempo: Expressive
• Hero Dimensionality: Layered_2d
• Landing Hero Motion Brief: The hero section features a central frosted glass card that lifts slightly on hover, with smooth gradient transitions for section changes. The bold headline draws attention, and the CTA button invites user interaction. A reduced-motion state is available for accessibility.

9. Non-Functional Requirements

• The system must ensure data security and privacy for all user information and transactions. (explicit)
• The website must be responsive and accessible across various devices and screen sizes. (basic_default)

10. Tech Stack

• Frontend: React
• Backend: Python/FastAPI
• Database: PostgreSQL
• Deployment: Docker, Kubernetes (if required for scaling)
• API Integration: For fund transfer processing

11. Assumptions and Constraints

• The service is available only to Canadian residents. (explicit)
• Each funding request is limited to a maximum of $50,000. (explicit)
• There is no limit on the total amount transferred over time. (explicit)
• Funds must be credited to the user's bank account within three hours. (explicit)

12. Glossary

• Applicant: A user who requests funds through the laser-money service.
• Funding Request: The process of requesting a specific amount of money to be transferred to a bank account.
• Transfer Status: The outcome and details of a fund transfer request.