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Functional Requirements Document: [Project Name]

1. Introduction

1.1 Purpose

This document outlines the functional requirements for the [Project Name] website. It describes the features, functionalities, and technical specifications necessary to create the desired user experience.

1.2 Scope

[Define what this document covers and what it does not cover.]

1.3 Intended Audience

[Who is this document for? Developers, designers, stakeholders, AI assistants?]

2. Overall Description

2.1 Product Perspective

[Describe the website's context. Is it a standalone product, part of a larger system, etc.?]

2.2 User Classes and Characteristics

[Define the different types of users who will interact with the website and their characteristics.]

  • User Type 1: [Description, technical proficiency, needs, goals]
  • User Type 2: [Description, technical proficiency, needs, goals]
  • ...

2.3 Operating Environment

  • Platform: [e.g., Web-based application, mobile app]
  • Accessibility: [e.g. Strive to meet basic WCAG guidelines]
  • Browser Compatibility: [e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge]
  • Responsiveness: [e.g., Support for different screen sizes]

2.4 Design and Implementation Constraints

  • Development Environment: [e.g., Bolt, local environment]
  • Technology Stack: [e.g., React, Tailwind CSS, Context API]
  • AI Assistants: [How will Gemini and Copilot be used?]
  • Performance: [e.g., Load time requirements, responsiveness expectations]

2.5 Assumptions and Dependencies

  • [List any assumptions about the development process or external dependencies.]

3. Specific Requirements

[This is the core of the document. Define each feature in detail using the following format:]

ID Feature Description Priority Input Processing Output
[ID] [Feature Name] [Detailed description of the feature and its functionality] [Priority] [What triggers the feature? User input, system event, etc.?] [What steps or logic are involved in the feature's functionality? Be specific and detailed.] [What is the result of the feature's execution? What does the user see or experience?]
FE-001 User Login Users can log in to the application using their username and password. Must Have User enters username and password and clicks "Login" button. 1. Validate username and password against stored credentials.
2. If valid, create a session.
3. Redirect to the user's dashboard.		 If successful, user is logged in and redirected. Otherwise, an error message is displayed.
FE-002 Dashboard After login, users are presented with a personalized dashboard that provides an overview of their activity and access to other sections. Must Have User successfully logs in. Retrieve user-specific data and display it on the dashboard. Dashboard is displayed with relevant information and navigation options.
FE-003 Search Functionality Users can search for content using keywords. Should Have User enters search query in the search bar and clicks "Search" button. 1. Query the database for content matching the search terms.
2. Display search results in a list.		 Search results are displayed, allowing the user to navigate to the relevant content.
... ... ... ... ... ... ...

(Continue adding more features and requirements in a similar format, FE-004, FE-005, etc.)

Example of a more detailed requirement:

ID: FE-004 Feature: User Profile Editing Description: Authenticated users can edit their profile information, including name, email, and profile picture. Priority: Should Have Input:

  • User navigates to the "Edit Profile" page.
  • User modifies fields (name, email, profile picture).
  • User clicks "Save Changes" button.

Processing:

  1. Validate the modified fields:
    • Name: Ensure it's not empty and meets length requirements.
    • Email: Validate email format.
    • Profile Picture: Validate file type and size.
  2. If validation is successful, update the user's profile data in the database.
  3. Display a success message.

Output:

  • If validation fails, display appropriate error messages next to the invalid fields.
  • If the update is successful, display a "Profile updated successfully" message.
  • The user's updated profile information is displayed on their profile page.

3.4 - Non-Functional Requirements

* Performance
* Security
* Usability
* Accessibility

3.5 - Future Enhancements

4. Content Structure

[If applicable, describe how the website's content will be organized into sections.]

5. Technical Specifications

[Summarize the key technical specifications, including development environment, technology stack, AI assistants, version control, and data storage.]

6. Visual Design and UI Guidelines

[Describe the overall visual style, color palette, typography, and any specific UI guidelines.]

7. User Interaction and Engagement Strategies

[Describe how you will guide users through the website, encourage interaction, and provide feedback.]

8. Future Enhancements (Out of Scope for Initial Release)

[List any features or functionalities that are planned for future development but are not part of the initial release.]

9. Glossary

[Define any project-specific terms or acronyms used in the document.]

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