topaz-createa System Requirements Document

Introduction

The topaz-createa project aims to develop a landing page for a school website. This document outlines the system requirements necessary to achieve the desired functionality and design for the landing page.

System Overview

The topaz-createa project will focus on creating an engaging and informative landing page for a school website. The landing page will serve as the first point of contact for visitors, providing essential information about the school and its offerings.

Functional Requirements as Story Points

• As a Visitor, I should be able to view the school's mission statement prominently on the landing page.
• As a Visitor, I should be able to access quick links to important sections like Admissions, Academics, and Contact Information.
• As a Visitor, I should be able to see upcoming events and announcements on the landing page.
• As a Visitor, I should be able to view testimonials from students and parents.
• As a Visitor, I should be able to navigate to the school's social media pages from the landing page.

User Personas

• Visitor: Individuals interested in learning more about the school, including prospective students, parents, and community members.

Core User Flows

• Visitor lands on the homepage -> reads the mission statement -> explores quick links -> checks upcoming events -> reads testimonials -> navigates to social media pages.

Visuals Colors and Theme

• primary: #004080 (a deep blue representing trust and professionalism)
• primary_light: #336699 (a lighter blue for hover states and secondary UI)
• secondary: #FFD700 (a gold color to complement the primary color and add warmth)
• accent: #FF4500 (a bright orange for call-to-action buttons and active states)
• highlight: #32CD32 (a vibrant green for notifications and hover states)
• bg: #FFFFFF (a clean white background for clarity and readability)
• surface: #F8F8F8 (a light grey for card and panel backgrounds)
• text: #333333 (a dark grey for primary text and headings)
• text_muted: #666666 (a softer grey for secondary text and labels)
• border: #DDDDDD (a subtle grey for borders)

Signature Design Concept

The landing page will feature an interactive "School Journey" animation. As visitors scroll, they will see a timeline of a student's journey through the school, from enrollment to graduation. Each stage will be illustrated with vibrant graphics and short animations, using motion/react for smooth transitions. Visitors can click on each stage to learn more about the school's programs and achievements. The timeline will be visually engaging, with elements that expand and contract as users interact with them, creating a dynamic and memorable experience.

Landing Hero Motion Brief

The hero section will feature a looping animation of a school campus scene. The animation will show students arriving at school, engaging in various activities, and leaving at the end of the day. This will be created using CSS and motion/react, with layers depicting the school building, students, and surrounding environment. The animation will loop every 10 seconds, providing a continuous and engaging visual narrative. The scene will be responsive, adjusting to different screen sizes while maintaining clarity and impact.

Interaction Model & Motion Direction

• Interaction Model: Animated
• The landing page will feature moderate scroll-triggered reveals and hover transitions. Interactive elements will have spring physics for a polished feel. This model is suitable for a feature-rich landing page that aims to engage visitors with dynamic content.

Non-Functional Requirements

• The landing page must load within 3 seconds to ensure a smooth user experience.
• The design must be responsive and accessible, adhering to WCAG 2.1 guidelines.

Tech Stack

• Frontend: React for Web
• Backend: Python with FastAPI
• Database: MySQL or MariaDB, using alembic for migrations
• Local Orchestration: Docker
• Server-side Orchestration: Kubernetes

Assumptions and Constraints

• The landing page will be hosted on the school's existing web infrastructure.
• Content updates will be managed by the school's IT department.

Glossary

• WCAG: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
• CTA: Call to Action
• UI: User Interface

This document provides a comprehensive overview of the requirements for the topaz-createa project, ensuring that the landing page meets the needs of its users and aligns with the school's objectives.