simple-start System Requirements Document

Introduction

The purpose of this document is to outline the system requirements for the "simple-start" project, which aims to develop a simple single-page design for a to-do application. This document will provide a comprehensive overview of the system, including functional and non-functional requirements, user personas, core user flows, and design concepts.

System Overview

The "simple-start" project is focused on creating a user-friendly, single-page to-do application. The application will allow users to manage their tasks efficiently with a minimalistic design approach. The project will cater to users in India, considering locale-specific defaults such as timezone and currency where applicable.

Functional Requirements as Story Points

• As a User, I should be able to add a new task to my to-do list.
• As a User, I should be able to view all my tasks in a list format.
• As a User, I should be able to mark tasks as completed.
• As a User, I should be able to delete tasks from my list.
• As a User, I should be able to edit the details of an existing task.

User Personas

• User: The primary persona for this application. Users will be individuals looking to manage their daily tasks efficiently through a simple and intuitive interface.

Core User Flows

1. User opens the application -> User adds a new task -> Task appears in the list.
2. User views the list of tasks -> User marks a task as completed -> Task is visually distinguished as completed.
3. User selects a task -> User edits task details -> Updated task details are saved and displayed.
4. User selects a task -> User deletes the task -> Task is removed from the list.

Visuals Colors and Theme

• primary: #3498db (a calming blue for primary actions)
• primary_light: #85c1e9 (a lighter tint of blue for hover states)
• secondary: #2ecc71 (a green for secondary actions)
• accent: #e74c3c (a red for emphasis on critical actions like delete)
• highlight: #f1c40f (a yellow for notifications and active states)
• bg: #ecf0f1 (a light grey for the background)
• surface: #ffffff (white for cards and panels)
• text: #2c3e50 (a dark blue for primary text)
• text_muted: #95a5a6 (a muted grey for secondary text)
• border: #bdc3c7 (a subtle grey for borders)

Signature Design Concept

The homepage will feature an interactive to-do list that feels like a digital sticky note board. Users can drag and drop tasks to reorder them, providing a tactile and engaging experience. Each task card will have a subtle shadow and a slight tilt effect when hovered over, giving a sense of depth and interactivity. The design will use motion/react for smooth animations and transitions, enhancing the user experience.

Landing Hero Motion Brief

The landing page will showcase a dynamic animation where tasks are added to a virtual board. As users input tasks, they will see them "fly" onto the board and settle into place. This animation will loop every 10 seconds, demonstrating the ease of adding and organizing tasks. The animation will pause when users interact with the board, ensuring a seamless experience.

Interaction Model & Motion Direction

• Interaction Model: Animated
  • The landing page will feature moderate scroll-triggered reveals and hover transitions. Task cards will have spring physics for interactive elements, providing a polished and engaging user experience.

Non-Functional Requirements

• The application must load within 2 seconds on a standard internet connection.
• The design should be responsive and accessible on both desktop and mobile devices.
• The application should support the latest versions of major browsers.

Tech Stack

• Frontend: React for Web
• Backend: Not applicable for a single-page design
• Database: Not applicable for a single-page design
• Local orchestration: Docker for development environment

Assumptions and Constraints

• The application will be a single-page design with no backend integration.
• The design will prioritize simplicity and ease of use.
• The application will not require user authentication or data persistence beyond the session.

Glossary

• Task: An item on the to-do list that a user can add, edit, complete, or delete.
• Single-page design: A web application that fits on a single page, providing a seamless user experience without page reloads.