E-Commerce Website

Software Requirements Specification

15th April 15, 2024

Ayush Kumar

Prepared for
Continuous Assessment 3
Spring 2024
Table of Contents
1.Introduction
1.1 Purpose

1.2 Intended Audience and Reading Suggestions

1.4 Project Scope

2. Overall Description
2.1 Product Perspective

2.2 Product Features

2.3 User Classes and Characteristics

2.4 Operating Environment

2.5 Design and Implementation Constraints

2.6 User Documentation

2.7 Assumptions and Dependencies

3. System Features
3.1 Home Page

3.2 Secure Login

3.3 Shopping Cart Functionality

4. External Interface Requirements

4.1 User Interfaces

4.2 Hardware Interfaces

5. Other Nonfunctional Requirements

5.1 Performance Requirements

5.2 Safety Requirements

5.3 Security Requirements

5.4 Software Quality Attributes

1. Introduction
1.1 Purpose
This SRS document is intended to outline the functional and nonfunctional
requirements for a E-commerce website. The website will serve as a professional
showcase for the user's work and projects across various fields such as graphic
design, photography, or software development.This subtopic defines the primary
objectives of the software system or project. It describes why the document is
being written, what the project intends to achieve, and how the SRS will help guide
the development process. It should clearly articulate the goals of the software to be
developed, focusing on solving particular problems or fulfilling specific needs
identified by the stakeholders.

1.2 Document Conventions

In the documentation of the software project. This could include notation styles,
formatting guidelines, definitions of technical terms, or references to industry
standards. The purpose is to ensure consistency and understanding across all
stakeholders and team members involved in the project.

1.3 Intended Audience and Reading Suggestions

This document is intended for the web development team, the project manager, and
the client (website owner). Stakeholders may refer to sections relevant to their
needs for a detailed understanding of the website specifications. This subtopic
outlines the groups of people who are expected to read and use the SRS document.
It can include software developers, project managers, testers, business analysts,
and clients. Additionally, reading suggestions can be provided to help different
stakeholders find the information most relevant to them quickly and efficiently. For
example, developers might be more interested in system features and interface
requirements, while business stakeholders might focus more on product features
and project scope.

1.4 Project Scope

The project aims to develop a user-friendly e-commerce platform that allows users
to browse products, add items to a shopping cart, and write reviews. The platform
will provide a seamless online shopping experience, from product discovery to
checkout. These features will include comprehensive customer management tools
to facilitate user account creation and order history tracking, a streamlined
shopping interface for effortless navigation and product selection, quick order
processing to ensure rapid order confirmation, secure payment methods for
transaction safety, and robust login security to safeguard user information. By
incorporating these functionalities, the system is set to redefine standards for ease
and reliability in online retail.
Through the seamless integration of these components, the system aims to deliver a
smooth and satisfying shopping experience for customers seeking a reliable and
easy-to-use online retail platform.

2. Overall Description
2.1 Product Perspective
The e-commerce platform is a standalone system that aims to simplify online
shopping for users. It will integrate with a database to store product information,
user details, and reviews. The platform will also integrate with secure payment
gateways to handle transactions.

2.2 Product Features

1. User Registration and Authentication: Users can create an account and log
in to access personalized features.

2. Product Browsing: Users can browse through a wide range of products.

3. Shopping Cart: Users can add items to a shopping cart and proceed to
checkout when ready.
 4. Product Reviews: Users can write and view reviews for products, aiding
others in making informed purchase decisions.

2.3 User Classes and Characteristics

1. Guest Users: These are visitors who can browse products but need to
register to make a purchase.
2. Registered Users: These are users who have created an account. They can
add items to the cart, make purchases, and write reviews.
3. Administrators: They manage the platform, add or remove products, and
handle customer service inquiries.

2.4 Operating Environment

• The platform will be a web-based application, accessible via modern web
browsers such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and
Safari. It will be responsive, ensuring a seamless experience across devices
of varying screen sizes, including desktops, laptops, tablets, and
smartphones.

2.5 Design and Implementation Constraint

• The website must be developed using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Design components like font, color scheme, and layout should align with the
organization's or brand's branding guidelines and visual identity to maintain a
unified and professional image.
• Responsive design and cross-browser compatibility should be implemented
to ensure the website works properly on various web browsers and devices,
providing users with a consistent experience.
• Performance optimization techniques like lazy loading and image
compression should be utilized in the design to reduce page load times and
increase website speed overall.
 • Prioritizing scalability and maintainability in the design will allow for future
expansion and make it easier to update and modify the website as needed.

2.6 User Documentation

• User guides for content management and site maintenance will be provided.

2.7 Assumptions and Dependencies

• Dependence on third-party web hosting services.
• Assumption that users have basic internet access and computing devices.

3. System Features
3.1Home Page
• Navigation Bar: Includes options like “Today’s Deals,” “Customer
Service,” “Registry,” “Gift Cards,” and “Sell.”
• Search Functionality: Allows users to search for specific items.
• Language Selection: Option to change the website’s language.
• User Account Access: Sign-in options and order details.

3.2 Registration Page

• User Authentication: Allows users to sign in using their
email or mobile phone number and password.
• Password Recovery: Provides an option for users to
recover or reset their password if forgotten.
• New Account Creation: Includes a link for new users to
create an Amazon account.
 3.3 Cart Page
• Cart Status: Indicates whether the cart is empty or contains
items.
• Deals Link: A link for users to access today’s deals.

• Account Access: Options for users to sign in or sign up.

4. External Interface Requirements

4.1 User Interfaces
• The website will be accessible via both desktop and mobile web
browsers, offering a user-friendly interface. Responsive design
principles will be implemented to support different screen sizes and
resolutions. User authentication will be facilitated through third-
party login providers such as Google, Facebook, or email accounts
to enhance customer convenience and streamline the login process.

4.2 Hardware Interfaces

• The website will be accessible from standard hardware devices including
computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. Future enhancements may
involve integration with peripherals such as printers, scanners, or digital
assistants to provide additional functionalities.
5. Other Nonfunctional Requirements

5.1 Performance Requirements

• The website must exhibit high responsiveness to ensure swift
loading times and seamless user experiences across various
screens and devices.

• Employ performance optimization techniques such as image

compression, caching, and code minification to enhance overall
website speed and reduce page load times.

• Conduct load testing to assess the website's performance under

different traffic scenarios and ensure it can support multiple
concurrent users without significant performance degradation.

• Utilize scalability techniques like server scaling and cloud

hosting to handle surges in user traffic and prevent server
overload during peak demand periods.

• Implement monitoring tools to track website performance

indicators such as response times, server uptime, and page load
speeds for prompt identification and resolution of performance
issues.

• Maintain ongoing performance monitoring and optimization

efforts to sustain optimal website performance and deliver a
seamless user experience.
5.2 Safety Requirements
• Implement security measures to prevent unauthorized access
and security breaches involving user data and payment
information.

• Utilize encryption methods like HTTPS to secure user sessions

and confidential data transferred between the user's browser and
the website's servers.

• Implement secure authentication techniques like password

hashing and multi-factor authentication to confirm users'
identities and prevent illegal access to accounts.

• Use data encryption techniques to ensure confidentiality and

integrity of stored user data and payment information.

• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to

identify and address potential security flaws or vulnerabilities
in the website's code or infrastructure.

• Maintain compliance with data protection laws such as CCPA

or GDPR to ensure ethical and lawful handling of user data.

• Implement access control techniques to limit access to sensitive

website areas and prevent unauthorized viewing or alteration of
sensitive data.

• Establish incident response protocols to promptly and

efficiently address security issues such as data breaches or
cyberattacks.

• Implement user education and awareness programs to promote

secure website usage and reduce the risk of security issues
caused by human error.
5.3 Software Quality Attributes
• Usability: The interface should be intuitive and easy to navigate.
• Reliability: The website should have an uptime of 99.9%.
• Maintainability: Code should be well-documented and modular to facilitate
updates and maintenance.
• Scalability: The website should be scalable to accommodate an increased
number of E-Commerce items and higher traffic.

10. Future Enhancements:

 In addition to the core functionality outlined in this specification, the Front-
end Ecommerce Website has potential for future enhancements and
expansions, including:

• Interactive Features: Implementation of interactive features and multimedia

content, such as video demonstrations, interactive tutorials, and virtual tours,
to engage and captivate visitors. These elements add depth and interactivity
to the user experience, fostering greater user engagement and retention.

• Accessibility Compliance:
o Ensuring compliance with accessibility standards
(e.g., WCAG) to make the website more inclusive and accessible to
users with disabilities. This involves implementing features such as
alternative text for images, keyboard navigation support, and semantic
HTML markup to enhance usability for all users.

o Performance Optimization: Continuous monitoring and

optimization of website performance, including page load times,
rendering speed, and resource utilization. Techniques such as code
minification, image optimization, and server-side caching are
employed to improve site performance and responsiveness.
ANALYSIS MODELS
1.1 LEVEL – ZERO DFD

1.2 LEVEL – ONE DFD

CONCLUSION

The Front-end E-Commerce Website is a vibrant and dynamic platform

meticulously designed to showcase the developer's extensive skills, diverse
projects, and notable accomplishments. It serves as a comprehensive hub, offering
valuable resources and interactive opportunities for visitors. Through its user-
friendly interface, responsive layout, and sophisticated functionality, the website
stands as a powerful testament to the developer's profound expertise and
unwavering professionalism in the realm of web development and design. By
embracing innovation, prioritizing accessibility, and perpetually striving for
improvement, the website endeavors to solidify a commanding online presence,
cultivate meaningful connections, and catalyze collaborative growth within the
expansive digital community.
This includes the potential introduction of innovative features, enhancements to the
user interface, and the integration of cutting-edge technologies. Through ongoing
maintenance, upgrades, and valuable user feedback, we are confident that our
platform will keep evolving and stand out as a key resource for online shoppers.