System Requirements Document (SRD)

tough-foodie

1. Introduction

The tough-foodie project is a mobile and web-based application designed to cater to the needs of travelers commuting via buses and trains in India. The app aims to simplify the process of discovering nearby restaurants, placing food orders, and tracking deliveries to bus stops or train platforms. By focusing on ease of use and reliability, tough-foodie will provide a seamless experience for travelers seeking quick and satisfying food options during their journeys.

This document outlines the system requirements for tough-foodie, including functional and non-functional requirements, user personas, design concepts, and technical specifications.

2. System Overview

tough-foodie is a platform that connects travelers with nearby restaurants, enabling them to browse menus, place orders, and receive food deliveries at their current location (bus stop or train platform). The system will feature:

• Location-based restaurant discovery.
• Real-time order tracking.
• Special offers and promotions from partnered restaurants.
• A simple, user-friendly interface tailored for travelers.

The app will initially target the Indian market, considering local preferences, currency (INR), and time zones (IST).

3. Functional Requirements

As a Traveler:

• I should be able to search for restaurants near my current location.
• I should be able to browse restaurant menus.
• I should be able to place an order for delivery to my bus stop or train platform.
• I should be able to track my order in real-time.
• I should be able to view special offers and discounts from partnered restaurants.
• I should be able to pay for my order using multiple payment options (UPI, credit/debit cards, net banking).

As an Admin:

• I should be able to onboard and manage restaurant partners.
• I should be able to monitor orders and delivery statuses.
• I should be able to manage promotions and special offers.

As a Restaurant Partner:

• I should be able to register my restaurant on the platform.
• I should be able to update my menu and pricing.
• I should be able to receive and manage orders from travelers.

4. User Personas

Traveler

• Description: A commuter traveling via bus or train, looking for quick and reliable food options during their journey.
• Goals: Find nearby restaurants, order food, and receive it conveniently at their location.
• Pain Points: Limited time, unfamiliarity with local restaurants, and lack of reliable delivery options.

Admin

• Description: The system administrator responsible for managing the platform and ensuring smooth operations.
• Goals: Onboard restaurants, monitor system performance, and manage promotions.
• Pain Points: Ensuring restaurant compliance and maintaining system reliability.

Restaurant Partner

• Description: A restaurant owner or manager looking to expand their customer base by serving travelers.
• Goals: Attract more customers, manage orders efficiently, and increase revenue.
• Pain Points: Managing high order volumes and ensuring timely deliveries.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

The tough-foodie app will feature a vibrant and welcoming color palette inspired by the joy of food and travel.

• Background: #FDF6E3 (Soft Cream)
• Surface: #FFFFFF (Pure White)
• Text: #333333 (Deep Charcoal)
• Accent: #FF6F61 (Spicy Coral)
• Muted Tones: #B2B2B2 (Neutral Gray)

This palette reflects warmth, energy, and simplicity, aligning with the app's goal of being user-friendly and approachable.

6. Signature Design Concept

The tough-foodie homepage will feature an interactive travel map that dynamically displays nearby restaurants along bus and train routes.

Key Features:

• Animated Map: A live, zoomable map with animated icons representing restaurants, bus stops, and train platforms.
• Interactive Pins: Clicking on a pin reveals restaurant details, including menu highlights, ratings, and special offers.
• Journey Integration: Users can input their travel route, and the map will highlight restaurants along their path.
• Order Flow Animation: Once an order is placed, a visual animation will show the journey of the food from the restaurant to the user’s location, creating an engaging real-time tracking experience.

This design will make the app visually appealing and intuitive, ensuring travelers can quickly find and order food without hassle.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: The app must load within 3 seconds on a 4G network.
• Scalability: The system should support up to 1 million active users simultaneously.
• Security: All payment transactions must comply with PCI DSS standards.
• Availability: The system should have 99.9% uptime.
• Localization: The app must support multiple Indian languages, including Hindi, Marathi, and Tamil.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend

• React for Web
• React Native for Mobile App

Backend

• Python
• FastAPI

Database

• MySQL (with Alembic for migrations)

AI Models

• GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses
• Google Nano Banana for image generation

AI Tools

• Langchain

Orchestration

• Docker
• Kubernetes

9. Assumptions and Constraints

Assumptions:

• Travelers will have access to mobile internet during their journeys.
• Restaurants will provide accurate location and menu details.
• Delivery personnel will be available to fulfill orders at bus stops and train platforms.

Constraints:

• The app must comply with Indian food safety and e-commerce regulations.
• Limited internet connectivity in remote areas may affect app performance.
• Initial restaurant partnerships may be limited to specific regions.

10. Glossary

• Traveler: A user commuting via bus or train who uses the app to order food.
• Admin: The system administrator managing the platform.
• Restaurant Partner: A restaurant registered on the platform to serve travelers.
• PCI DSS: Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, a set of security standards for handling cardholder data.
• UPI: Unified Payments Interface, a real-time payment system in India.