System Requirements Document (SRD) for Misty-Language

1. Introduction

The Misty-Language project, also known as "Inter Documents," is an international, multilingual online forum designed to provide accessible information about globally recognized language certifications. The platform will focus on English, French, Italian, and Chinese languages, offering details about certifications such as TCF, TEF, DELF, DALF, CELPIP, PTE, Goethe, TELC, OET, IELTS, TOEFL, GMAT, GRE, TOEIC, and ESOL. The forum aims to be a comprehensive resource for users worldwide, fostering a community of learners and professionals seeking clarity and guidance on these certifications.

This document outlines the system requirements for the development of Misty-Language, ensuring alignment with the project's goals and user expectations.

2. System Overview

Misty-Language will be a web-based platform accessible to users globally. The primary objective is to provide general information about language certifications, including their purpose, structure, and relevance for immigration, education, and professional opportunities. The forum will be multilingual, supporting English, French, Italian, and Chinese, and will feature a user-friendly interface for seamless navigation.

Key features include:

• A discussion forum for users to share insights and ask questions.
• Dedicated sections for each certification with detailed overviews.
• Multilingual support for content and user interactions.
• Contact options for further inquiries via Skype, WhatsApp, and email.

The platform will prioritize accessibility, inclusivity, and ease of use, ensuring it serves as a valuable resource for a diverse, global audience.

3. Functional Requirements

• As a User, I should be able to view detailed information about certifications like TCF, TEF, DELF, DALF, CELPIP, PTE, Goethe, TELC, OET, IELTS, TOEFL, GMAT, GRE, TOEIC, and ESOL.
• As a User, I should be able to navigate the forum in English, French, Italian, and Chinese.
• As a User, I should be able to post questions and participate in discussions.
• As a User, I should be able to search for specific certifications or topics.
• As a User, I should be able to contact the forum administrators via Skype, WhatsApp, or email.
• As an Admin, I should be able to moderate forum posts and discussions.
• As an Admin, I should be able to manage multilingual content effectively.

4. User Personas

4.1 General User

• Description: Individuals seeking information about language certifications for immigration, education, or professional purposes.
• Goals: Access accurate and comprehensive details about certifications, interact with other users, and ask questions.
• Pain Points: Difficulty finding reliable information, language barriers, and lack of clarity about certification requirements.

4.2 Admin

• Description: Platform administrators responsible for managing content and user interactions.
• Goals: Ensure the forum remains informative, user-friendly, and free from spam or inappropriate content.
• Pain Points: Managing multilingual content and moderating discussions effectively.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Color Palette

• Background: #F3F8FF (Soft Sky Blue)
• Surface: #FFFFFF (Pure White)
• Text: #2C2C2C (Charcoal Gray)
• Accent: #FF6F61 (Coral Red)
• Muted Tones: #B0C4DE (Light Steel Blue)

This palette reflects a professional yet approachable aesthetic, aligning with the platform's educational and community-driven goals.

6. Signature Design Concept

Interactive Certification Map

The homepage will feature an interactive world map where users can click on different regions to explore certifications relevant to that area. For example:

• Clicking on Canada highlights CELPIP and IELTS.
• Clicking on Germany highlights Goethe and TELC.

The map will have subtle animations, such as glowing markers for regions and smooth zoom transitions. Hovering over a region will display a tooltip with a brief description of the certifications offered there. The map will be color-coded to represent different languages (e.g., blue for English, green for French, red for Italian, and yellow for Chinese).

The design will also include:

• A dynamic header with a rotating globe animation.
• Certification icons that "pop" with a bounce effect when hovered over.
• A multilingual toggle button with flag icons for easy language switching.

This concept ensures the homepage is visually engaging and immediately communicates the platform's purpose.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• The platform must support at least 10,000 concurrent users.
• The system should load pages within 2 seconds under normal conditions.
• The forum must comply with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1).
• Content should be optimized for multilingual SEO.
• The platform must be mobile-responsive.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend

• React for Web

Backend

• Python
• FastAPI

Database

• MySQL (with Alembic for migrations)

AI Models

• GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses
• Claude 4.6 Opas for academic or coding work

AI Tools

• Langchain
• Litellm for LLM Routing

Orchestration

• Docker
• Kubernetes

9. Assumptions and Constraints

Assumptions

• Users will primarily access the platform via web browsers.
• The majority of users will have basic proficiency in one of the supported languages (English, French, Italian, or Chinese).
• The platform will not directly offer certification exams but will provide information about them.

Constraints

• Multilingual content management may require additional resources.
• The platform must adhere to data privacy regulations, including GDPR.

10. Glossary

• TCF: Test de Connaissance du Français
• TEF: Test d'Évaluation de Français
• DELF: Diplôme d'Études en Langue Française
• DALF: Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française
• CELPIP: Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program
• PTE: Pearson Test of English
• Goethe: Goethe-Institut German Language Certification
• TELC: The European Language Certificates
• OET: Occupational English Test
• IELTS: International English Language Testing System
• TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language
• GMAT: Graduate Management Admission Test
• GRE: Graduate Record Examinations
• TOEIC: Test of English for International Communication
• ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages
• WCAG: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
• SEO: Search Engine Optimization
• GDPR: General Data Protection Regulation