System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: Regal-Articles

1. Introduction

Welcome to the System Requirements Document (SRD) for Regal-Articles, a cutting-edge news website inspired by the professional and minimalist design of BBC News. This project, envisioned by No Gain from India, aims to deliver categorized news articles with AI-powered automation, personalized recommendations, and streamlined workflows.

The goal of Regal-Articles is to create a dynamic, engaging, and trustworthy experience for users while maintaining simplicity and efficiency. This document outlines the system requirements, functional features, and design concepts necessary to bring this vision to life.

2. System Overview

Regal-Articles is a web-based platform that combines traditional news categorization with AI-powered automation and personalization. The system will feature:

• Categorized News Articles: Organized by topics such as Technology, Sports, Health, etc., presented in a grid-style layout inspired by BBC News.
• AI Integration: ChatGPT and Gemini will assist in generating article drafts, summarizing content, and providing personalized recommendations.
• Workflow Automation: AI agents will curate content, automate article generation, and streamline editorial processes.
• Minimalist Design: A clean, responsive interface optimized for user engagement and mobile-first browsing, with a professional aesthetic similar to BBC News.
• Traffic Optimization: Features like SEO, social sharing, push notifications, and personalized feeds to drive user traffic.
• Article Automation: AI will generate articles based on trending topics, user preferences, and curated ideas, with editors reviewing and approving drafts before publication.
• Selective Re-run Capability: Users can trigger regeneration of specific sections of the SRD to reflect updated requirements or changes.

The system will cater to various user personas, including readers, editors, administrators, and guests, ensuring a seamless experience for all stakeholders.

3. Functional Requirements

Story Points:

• As a User, I should be able to browse categorized news articles.
• As a User, I should be able to interact with AI (ChatGPT or Gemini) for personalized recommendations or summaries.
• As a User, I should be able to receive push notifications for breaking news or updates.
• As a User, I should be able to interact with AI to request custom article drafts.
• As an Editor, I should be able to review, edit, and approve AI-generated article drafts.
• As an Admin, I should be able to manage categories, users, and AI workflows.
• As an Admin, I should be able to oversee the automation of article generation and publication.
• As an AI Agent, I should be able to automate article generation based on trending topics or user preferences.
• As an AI Agent, I should be able to curate content ideas from trusted sources.
• As a Guest, I should be able to read articles without logging in.
• As a User, I should be able to trigger selective re-run capability to regenerate specific sections of the SRD.

4. User Personas

1. User

• Description: Regular visitors who browse articles and interact with AI for recommendations or summaries.
• Goals: Access relevant news quickly, receive personalized content, and stay updated on trending topics.

2. Editor

• Description: Content managers who review and refine AI-generated drafts before publication.
• Goals: Ensure content quality, manage editorial workflows, and maintain the credibility of published articles.

3. Admin

• Description: System administrators who oversee website operations, user management, and AI workflows.
• Goals: Manage categories, monitor system performance, and ensure smooth functioning of AI integrations.

4. Guest

• Description: Unregistered visitors who can read articles without interacting with advanced features.
• Goals: Access news easily without the need for registration.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Unique Color Palette:

• Background: #FFFFFF (Pure White)
• Surface: #F2F2F2 (Soft Gray)
• Text: #000000 (Deep Black)
• Accent: #D80000 (BBC Red)
• Muted Tones: #A6A6A6 (Neutral Gray)

This palette reflects a professional, minimalist aesthetic inspired by BBC News, ensuring readability and visual appeal while maintaining a clean and trustworthy design.

6. Signature Design Concept

Interactive News Galaxy Homepage

The homepage of Regal-Articles will feature an interactive galaxy map where each star represents a news category. Users can navigate the galaxy by hovering over stars, which expand into constellations of articles within that category.

Details:

• Animation: Stars twinkle subtly, and constellations form dynamically as users hover over them.
• Transitions: Smooth zoom-in and zoom-out effects as users explore categories.
• Color Shifts: The galaxy background subtly changes hues based on the time of day (e.g., dawn, dusk, night).
• Micro-Interactions: Clicking on a star opens a carousel of featured articles within that category, with swipe gestures for mobile users.
• User Experience: A sense of exploration and discovery, making the homepage unforgettable and engaging.

This bold design concept ensures the website stands out while maintaining functionality and user-friendliness.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: Pages must load within 2 seconds to ensure optimal user experience.
• Scalability: The system should handle up to 1 million users per month.
• Security: Implement SSL encryption and secure user data with robust authentication mechanisms.
• Accessibility: Ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 standards for accessibility.
• Localization: Default settings tailored for Indian users, including IST timezone and regional preferences.
• Selective Re-run Capability: The system should allow users to regenerate specific sections of the SRD based on updated requirements.

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
• Gemini 3.1 Pro for friendly article generation

AI Tools:

• LangChain
• Litellm for LLM Routing

Orchestration:

• Docker
• Kubernetes

9. Assumptions and Constraints

Assumptions:

• Users will primarily access the website via mobile devices.
• AI models will have access to reliable data sources for content generation.
• Editors will ensure the accuracy of AI-generated articles before publication.

Constraints:

• Limited budget for initial development and hosting.
• AI models require periodic updates to maintain relevance and accuracy.
• The system must comply with data privacy regulations in India.

10. Glossary

• AI Agent: A software entity that automates tasks such as article generation and content curation.
• CMS: Content Management System used for managing website content.
• WCAG: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines ensuring websites are accessible to all users.
• IST: Indian Standard Time, the timezone for default localization settings.
• Selective Re-run Capability: A feature that allows users to regenerate specific sections of the SRD based on updated requirements.

This concludes the updated System Requirements Document for Regal-Articles.