System Requirements Document (SRD) for Sonic-Builder

1. Introduction

The Sonic-Builder platform is designed to empower builders in India by providing a professional property listing platform. This system will enable builders to showcase their properties, manage listings, track inquiries, and handle customer leads efficiently. By focusing on the needs of builders, Sonic-Builder aims to simplify property management and enhance the visibility of real estate offerings.

2. System Overview

Sonic-Builder is a web and mobile application tailored for builders to manage their property listings and customer interactions. The platform will provide tools for uploading property details, tracking inquiries, and analyzing customer engagement. It will also integrate with APIs to ensure seamless data handling and support for advanced features like lead management and analytics.

The platform will cater exclusively to builders, offering a user-friendly interface and robust backend support. The system will operate in the Indian context, adhering to local standards, currency (INR), and time zones (IST).

3. Functional Requirements

Builder-Focused Features:

• As a Builder, I should be able to create and manage property listings.
• As a Builder, I should be able to upload property images, videos, and floor plans.
• As a Builder, I should be able to track customer inquiries and leads.
• As a Builder, I should be able to view analytics on property views and customer engagement.
• As a Builder, I should be able to integrate my listings with third-party APIs for extended reach.
• As a Builder, I should be able to manage my profile and company details.
• As a Builder, I should be able to set property availability status (e.g., available, sold, under construction).
• As a Builder, I should be able to receive notifications for new inquiries or leads.

4. User Personas

Builder

• Primary User: Builders and real estate developers.
• Goals: Manage property listings, track inquiries, and analyze customer engagement.
• Pain Points: Difficulty in showcasing properties effectively and managing customer leads.

Admin

• Secondary User: Platform administrators.
• Goals: Oversee platform operations, manage user accounts, and ensure data integrity.
• Pain Points: Ensuring platform stability and addressing user issues promptly.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Unique Color Palette:

• Background: #F5F5F5 (Light Gray)
• Surface: #FFFFFF (White)
• Text: #333333 (Dark Charcoal)
• Accent: #0078D7 (Builder Blue)
• Muted Tones: #A0A0A0 (Soft Gray)

Theme Direction:

The theme will reflect professionalism and trustworthiness, with clean lines and a modern aesthetic. The use of blue as the accent color conveys reliability and stability, while the light gray background ensures readability and focus on content.

6. Signature Design Concept

"Interactive Blueprint Landing Page"

The homepage will resemble an interactive architectural blueprint. Upon landing, users will see a dynamic, animated blueprint of a building. Each section of the blueprint will represent a feature of the platform (e.g., "Manage Listings," "Track Inquiries," "View Analytics"). Hovering over a section will highlight it with a glowing effect, and clicking will zoom into that feature with a smooth transition.

Additional details:

• Animations: Subtle line-drawing animations will bring the blueprint to life as the user navigates.
• Transitions: Smooth zoom-ins and fade-outs for a polished experience.
• Micro-interactions: Buttons and icons will have hover effects, such as slight enlargements or color shifts.
• Mood: Professional yet engaging, evoking the precision and creativity of architectural design.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: The platform should load within 3 seconds on a standard 4G connection.
• Scalability: Support up to 10,000 concurrent users.
• Reliability: 99.9% uptime guaranteed.
• Security: Implement SSL encryption, secure authentication, and data protection measures.
• Localization: Support for Indian currency (INR) and time zone (IST).
• Accessibility: Ensure WCAG 2.1 compliance for accessibility.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend:

• React for the web application.
• React Native for the mobile application.

Backend:

• Python with FastAPI for API development.

Database:

• MySQL for relational data storage, using Alembic for migrations.

AI Models:

• GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses.
• Claude 4.6 Opas for coding-related assistance.

AI Tools:

• Langchain for AI workflow management.
• Litellm for LLM routing.

Orchestration:

• Docker and docker-compose for local development.
• Kubernetes for server-side orchestration.

9. Assumptions and Constraints

Assumptions:

• Builders will primarily access the platform via desktop and mobile devices.
• The platform will operate in the Indian real estate market.
• Builders will provide accurate and complete property details.

Constraints:

• The platform must comply with Indian data protection regulations.
• Limited to supporting English and regional Indian languages for now.
• Initial deployment will focus on urban areas with high real estate activity.

10. Glossary

• Builder: A real estate developer or construction company managing property listings.
• API: Application Programming Interface, used for integrating external services.
• IST: Indian Standard Time.
• WCAG: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines.
• SSL: Secure Sockets Layer, a standard security protocol.