System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: zinc-product

1. Introduction

The zinc-product project aims to deliver a seamless and visually appealing platform for showcasing and selling premium traditional and formal attire. This document outlines the system requirements, design concepts, and technical specifications necessary to achieve the project's goals.

2. System Overview

The zinc-product platform will cater to users seeking high-quality traditional and formal clothing. It will feature an intuitive interface, detailed product descriptions, and visually engaging elements to enhance user experience. The system will support multiple user personas, including admins, registered users, and guests, ensuring efficient management and accessibility.

Additionally, the platform will include a selective re-run capability, allowing users to manually trigger SRD regeneration for specific sections or the entire document.

3. Functional Requirements

• As User, I should be able to view detailed product descriptions for each item.
• As User, I should be able to see the border color specification for dhoti products.
• As Admin, I should be able to add, edit, and delete product details, including border color specifications.
• As Guest, I should be able to browse products without logging in.
• As User, I should be able to filter products by categories such as formal shirts and traditional dhotis.
• As User, I should be able to add products to the cart and proceed to checkout.
• As Admin, I should be able to manage inventory and track sales.
• As Admin, I should be able to trigger selective re-run capability to regenerate SRD sections manually.

4. User Personas

Admin

• Responsible for managing product inventory, descriptions, and user accounts.
• Can access analytics and sales reports.
• Can trigger selective re-run capability for SRD regeneration.

Registered User

• Can browse, filter, and purchase products.
• Can save items to a wishlist and track order history.

Guest

• Can browse products but must register or log in to make purchases.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

Color Palette

Inspired by the reference image provided, the visual design will incorporate a clean, modern aesthetic with a focus on elegance and simplicity.

• Background: #E8F0F2 (Soft Sky Blue)
• Surface: #FFFFFF (Pure White)
• Text: #2C2C2C (Deep Charcoal)
• Accent: #4CAF50 (Vibrant Green)
• Muted Tones: #A0A0A0 (Soft Gray)

6. Signature Design Concept

Bold Design Idea: Dynamic Product Showcase with Interactive Background

The homepage will feature a dynamic product showcase inspired by the reference image. Key elements include:

• Background: A clean, geometric design with subtle gradients and shadows, creating depth and sophistication.
• Animation: Products will appear with smooth transitions, and hovering over dhoti products will highlight the border color dynamically.
• Interaction: Clicking on a product will expand it into a full-screen view with detailed descriptions, zoomable images, and an interactive 360-degree view.
• Micro-interactions: Buttons and icons will respond with subtle animations, such as color changes and scale adjustments, enhancing user engagement.
• Transitions: Smooth fade-ins and slide animations will guide users through the product catalog.

This design will ensure the platform stands out while maintaining a professional and traditional aesthetic.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• The system must load pages within 2 seconds for optimal user experience.
• The platform must be mobile-responsive and compatible with all major browsers.
• The database must support high scalability to accommodate growing inventory and user traffic.
• Security protocols must be implemented to protect user data and payment information.
• Selective re-run capability must be implemented with minimal processing overhead.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend

• React for Web

Backend

• Python
• FastAPI

Database

• MySQL (preferred) or MariaDB
• Alembic for migrations

AI Models

• GPT 5.4 for user-friendly responses

AI Tools

• Langchain
• Litellm for LLM Routing

Local Orchestration

• Docker
• docker-compose

Server-side Orchestration

• Kubernetes

9. Assumptions and Constraints

• The platform will primarily target users in India, with INR as the default currency.
• The system will support English as the primary language.
• The platform will not include third-party integrations for payment gateways in the initial phase.
• Selective re-run capability will be accessible only to admins.

10. Glossary

• Dhoti: A traditional Indian garment worn by men, typically made of cotton or silk.
• Border Color Specification: The detailed description of the decorative border on a dhoti product.
• Interactive Showcase: A dynamic visual element that allows users to engage with product features.
• Selective Re-run Capability: A feature allowing admins to manually regenerate specific sections of the SRD.
• Micro-interactions: Small, subtle animations or responses that enhance user experience.