System Requirements Document for space-authentication

Introduction

The project "space-authentication" aims to develop a production-ready Micro SaaS for a Bookkeeper-Client Transaction Categorisation Portal. This document outlines the system requirements, including functional and non-functional aspects, to guide the development team in delivering a robust and user-friendly solution.

System Overview

Product Interpretation and Delivery Boundary

• Domain Descriptor: Transaction Categorization Portal

  • Source Evidence: The product is intended to facilitate transaction categorization between bookkeepers and clients.
  • Confidence: 0.9

• What is being built: A Micro SaaS platform that provides transaction categorization services for bookkeepers and clients, featuring a modern design inspired by Linear, Notion, or Vercel.

• Excluded Assumptions: Generic e-commerce features, unrelated enterprise modules.

• Access: Application-owned identity with user and admin authentication.

• Behavior Contracts:

  • User Authentication: Allows users to log in using email or Google credentials, creating a persistent user session.
  • Admin Dashboard Management: Enables admins to access and manage the dashboard, overseeing transactions.
  • Google Login: Provides users the option to log in using Google credentials.
  • Razorpay Subscription Management: Manages user subscriptions through Razorpay, updating subscription status upon payment.

Page Content and Component Coverage

• Landing Page:

  • Purpose: Initial impression and marketing.
  • Components: Hero section, feature highlights, call-to-action buttons, responsive design, dark mode toggle.

• Pricing Page:

  • Purpose: Displaying pricing plans.
  • Components: Pricing tiers, subscription options, call-to-action buttons, responsive design.

• Authentication Page:

  • Purpose: User and admin login.
  • Components: Email and Google login options, error handling, loading states.

• Dashboard:

  • Purpose: User interaction and data visualization.
  • Components: Transaction categorization tools, analytics, user settings, responsive design.

• Billing Page:

  • Purpose: Transaction management.
  • Components: Subscription details, payment history, Razorpay integration.

• Admin Dashboard:

  • Purpose: Administrative control.
  • Components: User management, transaction overview, analytics.

Functional Requirements as Story Points

• As a User, I should be able to log in using my email and password to access the platform. explicit
• As a User, I should be able to log in using my Google account to access the platform. explicit
• As a User, I should be able to view and manage my subscription through Razorpay. explicit
• As a User, I should be able to view pricing plans on the Pricing Page. explicit
• As a User, I should be able to access a dashboard to categorize transactions and view analytics. explicit
• As an Admin, I should be able to log in to the Admin Dashboard to manage users and oversee transactions. explicit
• As a User, I should be able to toggle between light and dark mode for better readability. explicit
• As a User, I should receive feedback through loading states during data processing. explicit
• As a User, I should receive error messages when an operation fails. explicit
• As a User, I should be able to update my user settings. explicit

User Personas

• User: Primary participant interacting with the portal for transaction categorization.
• Admin: Operator managing the portal and overseeing transactions.

Core User Flows

User Flow

1. Landing Page: User visits the landing page to learn about the service.
2. Authentication Page: User logs in using email or Google credentials.
3. Dashboard: User accesses the dashboard to categorize transactions and view analytics.
4. Billing Page: User manages subscriptions and views payment history.

Admin Flow

1. Authentication Page: Admin logs in using admin credentials.
2. Admin Dashboard: Admin manages users and oversees transactions.

Visuals Colors and Theme

• Primary: #1F2937 (Dark Gray)
• Primary Light: #374151 (Lighter Gray)
• Secondary: #3B82F6 (Blue)
• Accent: #EF4444 (Red)
• Highlight: #10B981 (Green)
• Background: #F9FAFB (Light Gray)
• Surface: #FFFFFF (White)
• Text: #111827 (Black)
• Text Muted: #6B7280 (Muted Gray)
• Border: #D1D5DB (Light Border Gray)

Signature Design Concept

The design concept for the "space-authentication" project will focus on a clean, modern aesthetic inspired by Linear, Notion, and Vercel. The landing page will feature a prominent hero section with a dynamic call-to-action, supported by a minimalist layout that emphasizes clarity and ease of navigation. The use of dark mode will enhance user experience by providing a visually appealing alternative for low-light environments. Typography will be clean and modern, with a focus on readability and accessibility.

Interaction Model & Motion Direction

• Landing Page: Animated with moderate scroll-triggered reveals and hover transitions to engage users.
• Internal Pages: Static layout prioritizing clarity and data density.

Non-Functional Requirements

• Responsive Design: Ensure cross-device compatibility for all pages. explicit
• SEO: Optimize for search engine visibility. explicit
• Error Handling: Implement robust error handling for reliability. explicit
• Loading States: Provide user feedback during data processing. explicit

Tech Stack

• Frontend: React for Web
• Backend: Python with FastAPI
• Database: MySQL or MariaDB, using Alembic for migrations
• Deployment: Docker and Kubernetes for orchestration

Assumptions and Constraints

• The system will support both email and Google authentication.
• Razorpay will be used for managing subscriptions.
• The design will be responsive and support dark mode.

Glossary

• Micro SaaS: A small-scale software as a service application.
• Razorpay: A payment gateway for managing subscriptions.
• SEO: Search Engine Optimization.
• Responsive Design: Design that adapts to different screen sizes and devices.