System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: spicy-construction

1. Introduction

Welcome to the System Requirements Document (SRD) for spicy-construction, a website designed to showcase the services, projects, and professionalism of Circle Construction PLC. This document outlines the functional and non-functional requirements, user personas, design concepts, and technical specifications to ensure the successful development of the platform.

The primary goal of spicy-construction is to provide a professional and engaging online presence for Circle Construction PLC, enabling prospective clients to explore service offerings, view completed projects, read client testimonials, and contact the company directly.

This document has been tailored to meet the needs of Ephrem Habtamu, based in Ethiopia (ET), and considers locale-specific defaults such as time zone (EAT), currency (ETB), and cultural preferences.

2. System Overview

The spicy-construction website will serve as a digital hub for Circle Construction PLC, focusing on:

• Highlighting the company’s services.
• Showcasing completed projects through a portfolio.
• Building trust via client testimonials.
• Providing an easy-to-use contact form for inquiries.

The system will be accessible via web browsers and optimized for both desktop and mobile devices. It will feature a clean, modern design that reflects the professionalism and expertise of Circle Construction PLC.

3. Functional Requirements

As story points:

• As a User, I should be able to view the homepage that highlights the company’s services and brand.
• As a User, I should be able to browse a portfolio page showcasing completed projects with images and descriptions.
• As a User, I should be able to read client testimonials to understand the company’s credibility.
• As a User, I should be able to access a contact page with a form to send inquiries and view the company’s contact details.
• As an Admin, I should be able to log in securely to manage website content.
• As an Admin, I should be able to update portfolio images and descriptions.
• As an Admin, I should be able to add new testimonials.
• As an Admin, I should be able to view and respond to client inquiries.

4. User Personas

1. Prospective Client

• Description: Individuals or businesses looking for construction services.
• Goals: Explore service offerings, view completed projects, and contact the company for inquiries.
• Pain Points: Difficulty finding reliable construction companies online.

2. Admin

• Description: Internal team members of Circle Construction PLC responsible for managing website content.
• Goals: Update portfolio images, add new testimonials, and respond to client inquiries.
• Pain Points: Need for an intuitive backend system to manage content efficiently.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Color Palette:

• Background: #F2F4F8 (Light Mist Gray)
• Surface: #FFFFFF (Pure White)
• Text: #2C3E50 (Deep Slate Blue)
• Accent: #E74C3C (Spicy Red)
• Muted Tones: #95A5A6 (Soft Silver Gray)

Theme:

The design will feature a clean and modern aesthetic with bold accents of spicy red to reflect energy, creativity, and professionalism. The muted silver-gray tones will balance the vibrancy, ensuring a polished and trustworthy appearance.

6. Signature Design Concept

Interactive Blueprint Homepage

The homepage will resemble a dynamic architectural blueprint, immersing users in the construction theme.

Key Features:

1. Blueprint Background: The homepage will feature a pencil-sketch-style blueprint that animates subtly as users scroll.
2. Interactive Sections: Each service offering will appear as a clickable "building block" on the blueprint, expanding into detailed descriptions when hovered over.
3. Micro-Interactions: Completed projects will be displayed as "blueprint sketches" that transform into full-color images when clicked.
4. Dynamic Animations: The blueprint lines will animate gently, giving the impression of a living design.
5. Call-to-Action: A bold, animated "Contact Us" button will pulse gently to draw attention.

This concept ensures the homepage is unforgettable, engaging, and perfectly aligned with the construction theme.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: The website should load within 2 seconds on standard broadband connections.
• Scalability: The system should support up to 10,000 monthly visitors without degradation in performance.
• Accessibility: The website must comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards to ensure usability for all users.
• Security: Implement HTTPS, secure form submissions, and protection against common vulnerabilities such as SQL injection and XSS.
• Localization: Default time zone set to EAT and currency set to ETB.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend:

• React for Web

Backend:

• Python
• FastAPI

Database:

• MySQL (preferred) or MariaDB
• Alembic for migrations

AI Tools:

• GPT 5.2 for user-friendly responses
• Google Nano Banana for image generation

Local Orchestration:

• Docker
• docker-compose

Server-Side Orchestration:

• Kubernetes

9. Assumptions and Constraints

Assumptions:

• Users will primarily access the website via modern browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.
• The admin team has basic technical knowledge to manage content updates.

Constraints:

• The website must be optimized for low-bandwidth connections, considering Ethiopia’s internet infrastructure.
• All images and assets must be lightweight to ensure fast loading times.

10. Glossary

• WCAG: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines.
• EAT: East Africa Time.
• ETB: Ethiopian Birr, the currency of Ethiopia.
• SQL Injection: A type of security vulnerability that allows attackers to interfere with database queries.
• XSS: Cross-Site Scripting, a security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages.

This document provides a comprehensive overview of the spicy-construction project, ensuring clarity and alignment with Ephrem Habtamu’s vision for Circle Construction PLC.