SOFTWARE REQUIREMENT SPECIFICATION FOR SOCIAL MEDIA APP
1.INTRODUCTION
Social media apps have become an essential part of modern communication and
have revolutionized the way people connect with each other. They provide a platform
for people to share their ideas, thoughts, and experiences with a wide audience and
engage in conversations with like-minded individuals from all around the world.
Social media apps have also transformed the way businesses and organizations
communicate with their customers and stakeholders, providing new opportunities for
marketing, branding, and customer engagement. The popularity of social media apps
continues to grow, with millions of users logging in daily to connect with friends,
family, and colleagues, and consume content that is relevant and interesting to them.
1.1. Objective
The objective of this Software Requirement Specification (SRS) is to define the
requirements for a social media application that allows users to share information,
connect with friends and family, and engage with others online.
1.2. Scope
The social media app is designed for both iOS and Android platforms. It provides
users with the ability to create and manage profiles, post updates and media, follow
other users, and engage in discussions. The app should have features such as push
notifications, messaging, and search functionality.
1.3. Glossary
The following terms are used throughout this document:
Social media app: The application being developed
User: Any individual who uses the social media app
Profile: The user's public-facing page that displays their personal information and
activity on the app
Posts: The content that a user shares on their profile or on the app's newsfeed
Follow: The act of subscribing to another user's profile to receive updates from them
Discussion: A conversation or thread of comments on a post.
OVERALL DESCRIPTION
2.1. Product Perspective
The social media app is a standalone application that is designed to be user-friendly,
with a simple and intuitive interface that allows users to easily navigate through the
app's features. The app should be designed to handle a large number of users and
posts, with scalable infrastructure to ensure smooth performance as the user base
grows.
2.2. Hardware Requirements
The social media app should be compatible with the following hardware
requirements:
Android 7.0 or later
IOS 11.0 or later
Minimum 1 GB RAM
Minimum 1.5 GHz processor
2.3. Software Requirements
The social media app should be compatible with the following software requirements:
1. Android Studio for Android development
2. X-code for IOS development
3. Firebase for backend development
4. Google Maps API for location-based features
2.4. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENT
The social media app should include the following functional requirements:
User registration and login
Profile creation and editing
Posting and sharing content (text, photos, videos, links)
Following and unfollowing other users
Liking and commenting on posts
Searching for other users, posts, and hashtags
Messaging between users
Push notifications for new activity on the app
Reporting and blocking users or content
Privacy settings for profiles and posts
2.5. Book Management
The social media app should also have the following features related to book
management:
Reading list creation and editing
Ability to rate and review books
Book recommendations based on user preferences
Integration with third-party book databases (e.g. Goodreads)
2.6. Non-Functional Requirement
2.6.1. Usability
The social media app should be user-friendly, with a simple and intuitive interface
that allows users to easily navigate through the app's features. The app should also
have a responsive design that adapts to different screen sizes and orientations.
2.6.2. Availability
The social media app should be available 24/7, with minimal downtime for
maintenance or updates. The app should also be designed to handle a large number
of concurrent users without crashing or slowing down.
2.6.3. Efficiency
The social media app should be optimized for speed and performance, with minimal
loading times and quick response times for user actions. The app should also be
designed to consume minimal data and battery resources.
2.6.4. Accuracy
The social media app should be accurate in displaying user-generated content and
information, with minimal errors or inconsistencies. The app should also have built-in
moderation.
2.6.5. Performance
The social media app should have high performance, with quick load times for posts
and seamless integration with third-party APIs. The app should also be able to
handle a large number of concurrent users and posts without slowing down or
crashing.
2.6.6. Reliability
The social media app should be reliable, with minimal bugs or errors. The app
should also have backup and recovery mechanisms in place to prevent data loss in
case of unexpected events.
USER CHARACTERISTICS
The social media app is designed for users of all ages and backgrounds. Users
should have basic smartphone skills and knowledge of how to navigate through
mobile applications.
DIAGRAMS
4.1. Use Case Diagram
The use case diagram outlines the various actions that users can perform on the
social media app, including registration, profile creation, post creation, messaging,
and searching.
4.2. Class Diagram
The class diagram illustrates the different classes and their relationships within the
social media app, including user, post, message, and notification classes.
4.3. State Diagram
The state diagram outlines the various states that a user can be in within the social
media app, including logged in, logged out, and viewing a profile or post.
4.4. Sequence Diagram
The sequence diagram illustrates the sequence of events that occur when a user
performs a specific action on the social media app, such as creating a post or
sending a message.
4.5. Data Flow Diagram
The data flow diagram outlines the flow of data through the social media app,
including user data, post data, message data, and notification data.
