System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: ruby-painter

1. Introduction

Welcome to the System Requirements Document (SRD) for ruby-painter, a portfolio business website designed for Karsten Maler Flot ApS, a professional painter based in Denmark. This document outlines the system requirements for creating a visually stunning and functional website that showcases Karsten's artistry while enabling visitors to book services and request quotes seamlessly.

The website will reflect the creative spirit of Karsten Maler Flot ApS, utilizing a pastel color palette of orange, green, and blue to evoke warmth, professionalism, and creativity. Stock photos relevant to painting and artistry will be integrated to enhance visual appeal.

2. System Overview

The ruby-painter website will serve as a portfolio and business hub for Karsten Maler Flot ApS. It will feature:

• A visually captivating homepage with an animated hero section.
• Dedicated pages for showcasing completed projects, services offered, and company information.
• Functional booking and quote request flows to streamline customer engagement.
• A responsive design optimized for both desktop and mobile platforms.

The system will be built using modern web technologies to ensure scalability, performance, and ease of maintenance.

3. Functional Requirements

As User:

• I should be able to view a portfolio of completed painting projects.
• I should be able to learn about the services offered by Karsten Maler Flot ApS.
• I should be able to book a consultation or painting service directly from the website.
• I should be able to request a quote for specific painting projects.
• I should be able to contact the company via a simple and intuitive contact form.

As Admin:

• I should be able to upload new portfolio images and project descriptions.
• I should be able to manage bookings and quote requests through an admin dashboard.
• I should be able to update service offerings and company information.

4. User Personas

Persona 1: Homeowner

• Description: A homeowner looking to hire a professional painter for interior or exterior projects.
• Goals: View portfolio, book services, request quotes.
• Pain Points: Wants a simple and quick way to assess quality and pricing.

Persona 2: Business Owner

• Description: A business owner seeking painting services for commercial spaces.
• Goals: Request quotes for large-scale projects, learn about services.
• Pain Points: Needs detailed service descriptions and professional assurance.

Persona 3: Admin (Karsten Maler Flot ApS Staff)

• Description: Staff responsible for managing the website and customer interactions.
• Goals: Update portfolio, manage bookings and requests, maintain website content.
• Pain Points: Requires an intuitive admin interface for efficient management.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Color Palette:

• Background: Pastel Orange (#FCE5D0)
• Surface: Pastel Green (#DFF5E1)
• Text: Deep Charcoal (#3D3D3D)
• Accent: Pastel Blue (#D0E6F9)
• Muted Tones: Light Gray (#F5F5F5)

The color palette reflects the creative and approachable nature of Karsten Maler Flot ApS, ensuring a harmonious and inviting user experience.

6. Signature Design Concept

Animated Hero Section:

The homepage will feature a bold animated hero section that immediately captures the visitor's attention.

• Design: A large, full-screen hero banner with a dynamic gradient animation cycling through pastel orange, green, and blue tones.
• Visuals: Stock photos of painting tools, brushes, and completed projects will fade in and out, creating a sense of movement and creativity.
• Interaction: Visitors can hover over different areas of the hero to reveal subtle animations, such as paint strokes or color splashes.
• Micro-Interactions: Buttons and links will have smooth hover effects, such as color shifts or slight enlargements.

This hero section will set the tone for the website, showcasing Karsten's artistry and professionalism in a visually unforgettable way.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: The website should load within 2 seconds on standard broadband connections.
• Scalability: The system should handle up to 10,000 monthly visitors without degradation.
• Security: Implement SSL encryption for secure data transmission.
• Accessibility: Ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 standards for accessibility.
• Localization: Default language is Danish, with English as an optional secondary language.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend:

• React for Web

Backend:

• Python
• FastAPI

Database:

• MySQL (with Alembic for migrations)

AI Tools:

• GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses in booking and quote request flows.

Local Orchestration:

• Docker
• docker-compose

Server-Side Orchestration:

• Kubernetes

9. Assumptions and Constraints

• The website will primarily target users in Denmark, with Danish as the default language.
• Stock photos will be sourced from royalty-free platforms to ensure legal compliance.
• The booking and quote request flows will not include payment processing at this stage.
• Admin users will require basic training to manage the website effectively.

10. Glossary

• Hero Section: The large, visually impactful area at the top of a webpage designed to grab attention.
• WCAG: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, a standard for ensuring web accessibility.
• SSL Encryption: Secure Sockets Layer, a protocol for encrypting data transmitted over the internet.
• Docker: A platform for developing, shipping, and running applications in containers.
• Kubernetes: An open-source system for automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications.

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