Velvet-Design System Requirements Document

Introduction

The Velvet-Design project is focused on creating a to-do application with a single-page, minimal design. This application is intended for personal use, optimizing the user experience for a single user without multi-user or collaboration features.

System Overview

Velvet-Design is a streamlined to-do application designed to enhance productivity through simplicity. The application will feature a clean, minimalistic interface that allows users to manage their tasks efficiently on a single page. The focus is on personal use, ensuring that the application is intuitive and easy to navigate without unnecessary features.

Functional Requirements

• As a User, I should be able to add new tasks to my to-do list.
• As a User, I should be able to mark tasks as complete.
• As a User, I should be able to delete tasks from my list.
• As a User, I should be able to edit existing tasks.
• As a User, I should be able to view all tasks on a single page.

User Personas

• User: The primary user of the Velvet-Design application is an individual seeking a simple and efficient tool for managing personal tasks. This user values minimalism and ease of use.

Visuals Colors and Theme

• primary: #2A9D8F (Teal)
• primary_light: #E9F5F4 (Light Teal)
• secondary: #264653 (Dark Blue)
• accent: #F4A261 (Orange)
• highlight: #E76F51 (Coral)
• bg: #F1FAEE (Off White)
• surface: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.9) (White)
• text: #1D3557 (Navy Blue)
• text_muted: #A8DADC (Light Blue)
• border: rgba(38, 70, 83, 0.2) (Teal)

Signature Design Concept

The Velvet-Design application will feature a unique interactive concept called "Task Flow." The home page will present tasks as floating cards that users can drag and drop to reorder. Each card will have a subtle shadow effect, creating a sense of depth. When a task is marked as complete, the card will flip over, revealing a congratulatory message before fading away. This interaction will be powered by framer-motion for smooth animations and transitions. The design will incorporate a calming color palette to enhance focus and productivity.

Interaction Model & Motion Direction

The intended interaction model for the Velvet-Design landing page is "animated." The application will feature moderate scroll-triggered reveals and hover transitions. Interactive elements such as task cards will utilize spring physics for a polished user experience. Internal pages will maintain a "static" layout to prioritize clarity and speed.

Non-Functional Requirements

• The application should load within 2 seconds on a standard broadband connection.
• The interface should be responsive and accessible on both desktop and mobile devices.
• The application should maintain data integrity and prevent data loss during use.

Tech Stack

• Frontend: React for Web
• Backend: Python with FastAPI
• Database: MySQL or MariaDB, using Alembic for migrations
• Local Orchestration: Docker, docker-compose

Assumptions and Constraints

• The application is designed for personal use, so it does not include features for multiple users or collaboration.
• The application will be developed with a focus on simplicity and minimalism, avoiding complex features that could detract from the user experience.

Glossary

• Task Flow: The interactive design concept where tasks are represented as draggable cards.
• Single-page Design: A design approach where all content is accessible on one page, enhancing simplicity and speed.
• Minimal Design: A design philosophy that emphasizes simplicity and the removal of unnecessary elements.