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Low Level Design (LLD)

Shopping Cart

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Document Version Control

Date Issued Version Description Author

30-11-2024 1.0 Initial Draft of Low-Level Design Document Ajanth, Arshekh

John J D

2-12-2024 1.1 Added detailed component functions Febin Anto K K

4-12-2024 1.2 Defined data structures for cart Castro R S Jeev

management

7-12-2024 1.3 Brijisha B S,

Updated state management and API Akshaya S S
integration

9-12-2024 1.4 Added navigation flow and routing details Jacob Daniel R

12-12-2024 1.5 Reviewed and finalized the LLD Sham S

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Contents
Document Version Control
Abstract
1 Introduction
1.1 Why this Low-Level Design Document?
1.2 Scope
1.3 Constraints
1.4 Risks
1.5 Out of Scope
2 Technical Specification

2.1 Technologies Used

2.2 Development Tools
2.3 Environment Requirements
2.4 Functional Specifications
2.5 Deployment

3.Technology Stack
4.Proposed Solution
5.Expectional Scenarios
6.Test cases
7.Key Performance Indicators(KPI)

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Abstract
With the rapid growth of eCommerce, the demand for user-friendly and efficient shopping platforms has
significantly increased. To address this need, the development of a robust frontend for a shopping cart
application is essential. This application is designed to enhance the online shopping experience by
providing seamless product browsing, intuitive cart management, and responsive user interfaces.

The shopping cart frontend leverages modern technologies such as React for building dynamic user
interfaces, Redux for state management, Tailwind CSS for responsive styling, and AOS for enhancing
the user experience with smooth animations. By focusing on performance, scalability, and usability, this
project aims to deliver a reliable solution for modern eCommerce platforms.

1 Introduction
1.1 Why this Low-Level Design Document?
The purpose of this document is to present a detailed description of the Shopping Cart Frontend
Application. It will explain the features, functionalities, and behavior of the application, as well as the
constraints under which it must operate. This document is intended for both the developers and
stakeholders and will serve as a blueprint for implementing the frontend system efficiently.

The main objective of the project is to create an interactive and responsive shopping cart that allows
users to browse products, manage their cart, and proceed to checkout seamlessly. The project leverages
React, Redux, Tailwind CSS, and AOS to deliver a dynamic and visually appealing experience.

The shopping cart application includes:

 Product Display: A dynamic interface for users to view product details and select items.
 Cart Management: Real-time addition, removal, and modification of items in the cart.
 Responsive Design: Ensures compatibility across various devices, including desktops, tablets,
and mobiles.
 Scroll Animations: Enhances user experience using smooth animations with AOS.
 State Management: Consistent and predictable application state handled by Redux.

This project shall be delivered in two phases:

 Phase 1: Implementation of core functionalities, including product display and cart management,
using React and Redux.
 Phase 2: Enhancement of user experience with Tailwind CSS, AOS, and additional UI
improvements.

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1.2 Scope
This software system will be a web application designed to provide a seamless and interactive online
shopping experience. The system will allow users to browse products, add or remove items from their
cart, and proceed to checkout. Key features include:

 Product Display: A visually appealing interface for showcasing products with details like name,
price, and description.
 Cart Management: Real-time updates to cart items, enabling users to modify quantities or
remove products.
 Responsive Design: Ensuring a consistent and user-friendly experience across all devices,
including mobile, tablet, and desktop.
 Scroll Animations: Smooth transitions and animations to enhance user engagement using AOS.
 State Management: Efficient handling of application data using Redux for maintaining cart
state and user interactions.

The focus of this system is to improve the user experience for shopping cart functionalities and provide a
modern, responsive design for eCommerce platforms.

1.3 Constraints
The scope of this project is limited to frontend functionalities, including product display, cart
management, and basic UI interactions. Backend integration (e.g., for user authentication and order
processing) is beyond the current scope. The application will rely on API endpoints for product data and
other dynamic content.

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1.4 Risks
Several risks associated with the shopping cart frontend project have been identified:

 Performance Issues: High loading times or sluggish animations on low-end devices may affect
the user experience.
 Browser Compatibility: Variations in browser rendering could lead to inconsistent designs or
functionality.
 API Dependency: The frontend relies on APIs for product data, and any downtime or changes
in the API structure could disrupt functionality.
 State Management Complexity: Errors in managing the application state (e.g., cart items or
user sessions) could lead to a poor user experience.
 Design Consistency: Ensuring uniform responsiveness across various devices and screen sizes
may pose a challenge.
 Security Risks: Although focused on the frontend, vulnerabilities such as XSS (Cross-Site
Scripting) could pose risks if not addressed.

1.5 Out of Scope

The following activities and capabilities are out of scope for this project:

 Backend Development: The project focuses solely on the frontend. Backend functionalities
such as user authentication, order processing, and database management are not included.
 Payment Integration: Features related to processing payments (e.g., through Stripe or PayPal)
are not part of this project.
 Advanced Analytics: Dashboards or metrics to track user behavior and cart trends are
excluded.
 Inventory Management: Managing product stock and availability is considered a backend
responsibility.
 Multi-Language Support: The application will not include localization or translation features in
this phase.

2 Technical specifications
2.1 Technologies Used:

The shopping cart application is built using the following modern web technologies:

 React: A JavaScript library for building dynamic user interfaces.

 Redux: A state management library to handle global state efficiently.
 Tailwind CSS: A utility-first CSS framework for creating responsive and visually appealing
designs.
 AOS (Animate On Scroll): A library to add smooth scroll animations, enhancing the overall user
experience.
 JavaScript (ES6+): The core programming language for implementing logic and interactivity.
 HTML5 and CSS3: The foundation of the frontend structure and design.

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2.2 Development Tools:

 Visual Studio Code: The primary IDE used for development.

Git and GitHub: Version control tools for tracking changes and collaboration.
Node.js and npm: For managing dependencies and running the development environment.

2.3 Environment Requirements:

 Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux.
Browser: Latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari for testing and usage.
Hardware:

 A system with at least 4 GB RAM and a modern processor for development.

 Internet connectivity for dependency installation and API testing.

2.4 Functional Specifications:

Product Listing:

 Displays a list of products with images, names, prices, and descriptions.

Cart Management:

 Add, remove, and update product quantities in the cart.

 Real-time calculation of total price.

Responsive Design:

 Adjusts layout and functionality for various screen sizes, including mobile, tablet, and desktop.

Animations:

 Smooth animations for scrolling and interacting with elements using AOS.

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2.5 Deployment
The shopping cart frontend application will be deployed using a reliable hosting platform like Netlify or
Vercel, ensuring seamless performance and accessibility.

Key Steps:

1. Build the Application: Use npm run build to generate optimized production files.
2. Deploy to Hosting Platform: Upload the /build folder to Netlify, Vercel, or GitHub Pages.
3. Configure Routing: Ensure single-page application (SPA) fallback is enabled for React.

Optimization:

 Minify JavaScript and CSS files for faster load times.

 Use a CDN for quick asset delivery.

Maintenance:

 Monitor performance using Google Lighthouse.

 Use CI/CD pipelines for automated updates.

3 Technology stack

Front End ReactJs

Backend ---

Database ----

Deployment Github or Vercel

4 Proposed Solution

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The shopping cart frontend application is designed to provide users with an intuitive and seamless
shopping experience. The solution leverages modern frontend technologies and best practices to achieve
the desired functionality and user experience.

Key Components:

1. Baseline Implementation:
o Use React and Redux for basic cart management, including adding, removing, and
updating items.
o Integrate a product list with dummy data to test core functionalities.
2. Enhanced Frontend Solution:
o Tailwind CSS: Enhance the UI with responsive and modern design elements.
o AOS (Animate On Scroll): Add scroll animations to improve user engagement.
o Responsive Design: Ensure the application works seamlessly across mobile, tablet, and
desktop devices.

Why Start with a Baseline?

Starting with a simple implementation allows the team to validate the application's core functionality
(e.g., cart management and state handling). This baseline will serve as a foundation for enhancing the
application with more advanced features and interactions.

Final Solution:

The final version of the application will combine:

 React for dynamic rendering.

 Redux for managing application state.
 Tailwind CSS for UI design.
 AOS for user experience improvements through animations.

This approach ensures a scalable, maintainable, and user-friendly shopping cart frontend.

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5 Test cases

Test Case Steps to Perform Test Case Module Pass/Fail

Add Item to Cart 1. Navigate to the product list. Cart Pass
2. Click the "Add to Cart" button on a product. Management
Remove Item from 1. Navigate to the cart page. Cart Pass
Cart 2. Click the "Remove" button for an item in the Management
cart.
Update Item Quantity 1. Navigate to the cart page. Cart Pass
2. Change the quantity of an item using the quantity Management
selector.
Check Responsive 1. Open the application on different devices UI Design Pass
Design (mobile, tablet, desktop).
2. Verify layout consistency.
Scroll Animations 1. Scroll through the product list. User Pass
2. Verify animations are triggered smoothly using Experience
AOS.
Total Price 1. Add multiple items to the cart. Cart Pass
Calculation 2. Verify the total price updates correctly. Management
API Data Loading 1. Mock API response for product list. Data Fetching Pass
2. Verify products load correctly on the product list
page.

6 Key performance indicators (KPI)

Page Load Time: Measure the time it takes for the shopping cart application to load and display
content.
Cart Interaction Speed: Evaluate how quickly the cart updates when items are added, removed, or
modified.
User Engagement: Track user interactions, such as the number of products viewed or added to the
cart.
Bounce Rate: Measure the percentage of users who leave the site without interacting with the cart.
Responsiveness: Ensure the application functions seamlessly across different devices (mobile, tablet,
desktop).
Animation Smoothness: Assess the performance of AOS animations during scrolling for smooth
transitions.
● Error-Free Operation: Monitor the number of errors encountered during cart operations or
product data loading.

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