mercy-keyrings

Introduction

The purpose of this System Requirements Document (SRD) is to outline the requirements for the "mercy-keyrings" project, branded as KeyMora. This document will guide the development of a Gen Z-themed website for Sadik Ansari's keyring business, focusing on creating an attractive and engaging online presence.

System Overview

KeyMora aims to establish a strong online presence with a website that appeals to Gen Z customers. The website will feature a dark theme, aligning with modern design trends, and will include essential functionalities such as product listings and a payment gateway. The website will be designed to provide a seamless shopping experience, with the potential to add additional features like user reviews or a blog section in future phases.

Functional Requirements

• As a User, I should be able to view a list of available keyrings.
• As a User, I should be able to select a keyring and view its details.
• As a User, I should be able to add keyrings to my shopping cart.
• As a User, I should be able to proceed to checkout and make a payment.
• As an Admin, I should be able to manage product listings.
• As an Admin, I should be able to manage orders and payments.

User Personas

• User: A customer interested in purchasing keyrings. They browse the product listings, add items to their cart, and complete purchases.
• Admin: The business owner or designated personnel responsible for managing product listings, orders, and payments.

Visuals Colors and Theme

The website will feature a unique color palette that resonates with the Gen Z audience while maintaining a dark theme:

• primary: #1A1A2E (Deep Indigo)
• primary_light: #2E2E4E (Lighter Indigo)
• secondary: #F05454 (Coral Red)
• accent: #FFCC29 (Vibrant Yellow)
• highlight: #FF914D (Warm Orange)
• bg: #0D0D0D (Dark Charcoal)
• surface: rgba(26, 26, 46, 0.8) (Indigo Surface)
• text: #FFFFFF (White)
• text_muted: #B0B0B0 (Muted Gray)
• border: rgba(240, 84, 84, 0.2) (Coral Red Border)

Signature Design Concept

The KeyMora website will feature an interactive homepage that captures the essence of a Gen Z aesthetic. The landing page will use a "Neon Night" theme, where keyrings are displayed as glowing neon signs against a dark backdrop. Users can hover over each neon sign to see it animate with a pulsing glow effect, inviting them to click and explore further.

The homepage will incorporate a parallax scrolling effect, where the neon signs move at different speeds to create a sense of depth. The use of gsap for animations will ensure smooth transitions and interactions. As users scroll, they will encounter sections that highlight featured products, special offers, and customer testimonials, each with its own unique animation style.

Interaction Model & Motion Direction

The landing page will utilize a "parallax" interaction model to create a visually rich first impression. Decorative elements like neon signs and atmospheric particles will translate at different speeds, while the main content scrolls naturally. This approach will enhance storytelling and engagement, making the website memorable and appealing to the target audience.

Internal pages, such as the product listing and checkout, will adopt a "static" interaction model to prioritize clarity and ease of use.

Non-Functional Requirements

• The website should load within 3 seconds on standard broadband connections.
• The website should be accessible and usable on both desktop and mobile devices.
• The website should support secure transactions and protect user data.

Tech Stack

• Frontend: React for Web
• Backend: Python, FastAPI
• Database: MySQL or MariaDB, using Alembic for migrations
• Local Orchestration: Docker, docker-compose

Assumptions and Constraints

• The initial phase will focus on core functionalities, with additional features deferred to later phases.
• The website will be optimized for Gen Z users, emphasizing aesthetics and user experience.
• Payment gateway integration will comply with local regulations and standards.

Glossary

• Gen Z: Refers to the demographic cohort following Millennials, typically born between the late 1990s and early 2010s.
• Parallax: A design technique where background images move slower than foreground images, creating an illusion of depth.
• Neon Night Theme: A design style characterized by bright, glowing colors against a dark background, reminiscent of neon lights.