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Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
2.1 Introduction
The Software Requirements Specification (SRS) defines the detailed software requirements for
the eCommerce platform, including both functional and non-functional requirements. This
document aims to provide the necessary information for the development, testing, and
deployment of the software.
2.2 Scope
The eCommerce platform will provide customers with the ability to browse and purchase
products online. It will also include an admin panel for managing products, customers, and
orders. The platform will integrate with third-party payment processors, shipping services, and
analytics tools.
2.3 Definitions, Acronyms, and Abbreviations
● SSL: Secure Socket Layer
● PCI DSS: Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard
● API: Application Programming Interface
● CRUD: Create, Read, Update, Delete
2.4 Functional Requirements
1. User Registration and Authentication
○ Description: The system shall provide a user registration page where customers
can sign up using their email or social media accounts.
○ Inputs: Customer name, email, password.
○ Outputs: Confirmation email, account created message.
○ Dependencies: Integration with email service provider for verification.
○ Business Criteria : 1. User can attempt login for 3 times . If exceed then user
account blocked.
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2. Product Catalog
○ Description: The system shall display a list of products available for purchase.
Customers can filter products by category, price range, rating, etc.
○ Inputs: Product data from the database.
○ Outputs: A list of products with images, descriptions, and prices.
○ Dependencies: Database schema for product management.
3. Shopping Cart
○ Description: The system shall allow customers to add and remove products
to/from their cart. Users can view a summary of the cart contents before
proceeding to checkout.
○ Inputs: Product data, quantity, cart updates.
○ Outputs: Cart summary, subtotal, and promotional discount calculations.
4. Checkout and Payment Integration
○ Description: The system shall allow customers to input their shipping and
payment details and confirm the purchase.
○ Inputs: Shipping address, payment information.
○ Outputs: Order confirmation, payment receipt.
○ Dependencies: Integration with payment gateway API (e.g., Stripe, PayPal).
5. Order Management
○ Description: The system shall provide customers with the ability to view and
track their orders. Admins can update order statuses (e.g., shipped, delivered).
○ Inputs: Order details, status updates.
○ Outputs: Order history, tracking information.
6. Admin Panel
○ Description: Admins can log in to manage products, users, and orders. Admins
can view analytics and generate reports.
○ Inputs: Admin login credentials, product information, order details.
○ Outputs: Product updates, user data management, sales reports.
2.5 Non-Functional Requirements
1. Performance
○ The system shall handle up to 10,000 concurrent users without noticeable
performance degradation.
○ Each page shall load within 3 seconds under normal load conditions.
2. Security
○ All sensitive data must be encrypted using SSL.
○ User passwords shall be stored using secure, salted hash algorithms.
○ The system must comply with PCI DSS for handling payment information.
3. Scalability
○ The system should support horizontal scaling for both the database and web
servers to handle increasing traffic.
4. Usability
○ The system shall be designed for easy navigation and responsiveness, providing
a seamless experience on both desktop and mobile devices.
2.6 System Architecture
● Frontend: [Link] for dynamic UI components, HTML5, CSS3.
● Backend: [Link] with [Link] for server-side logic.
● Database: MongoDB for flexible product and user data storage.
● Payment Gateway: Stripe/PayPal API for processing transactions.
● Hosting: AWS for cloud hosting and scalability.
2.7 User Interface (UI) Design
The user interface will include:
● Homepage: A banner showcasing promotions, a product search bar, and category links.
● Product Pages: High-quality images, product details, price, and reviews.
● Cart Page: Product list with options to modify quantities and view totals.
● Checkout Page: Shipping information form, payment options, order summary.