Functional Specification Document (FSD)

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Purpose
3. Scope
4. Definitions, Acronyms, and Abbreviations
5. References
6. Overview
7. Functional Requirements
   • Requirement 1: Turtle Character Customization
   • Requirement 2: Chat Feature
   • Requirement 3: Monetization
   • Requirement 4: Social Media Sharing
   • Requirement 5: Art Protection
8. Data Requirements
9. User Interface Requirements
10. Non-Functional Requirements
11. Assumptions
12. Constraints
13. Acceptance Criteria
14. Appendix
15. Approval

Introduction

This Functional Specification Document (FSD) outlines the requirements for the development of an art mobile application named "Art App." The primary objective of this application is to enable users to create and customize cute turtle characters in various environments. Additionally, the app includes features for social interaction, monetization, sharing on social media, and protection of user-created artwork.

Purpose

The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive description of the functional requirements for the Art App, ensuring that all stakeholders have a clear understanding of the application's functionalities and features.

Scope

The scope of this FSD includes the functional requirements for the Art App, which will be developed as a mobile application. The document covers the customization of turtle characters, chat features, monetization, social media sharing, and protection of user-created artwork.

Definitions, Acronyms, and Abbreviations

• Art App: The name of the mobile application being developed.
• UI: User Interface.
• UX: User Experience.
• FR: Functional Requirement.

References

• None

Overview

The Art App aims to provide an engaging and interactive platform for artists and users to create, customize, and share cute turtle characters in various environments. The app will include features for color and background selection, shape customization, emoji integration, chatting with other artists, monetization, social media sharing, and art protection.

Functional Requirements

Requirement 1: Turtle Character Customization

• ID: FR-001
• Description: The app should allow users to customize turtle characters by choosing colors, backgrounds, shapes, and emojis.
• Priority: High
• Source: Project Stakeholders
• Rationale: Customization enhances user engagement and creativity.
• Acceptance Criteria: Users can successfully customize turtle characters using the provided options.
• Dependencies: None

Requirement 2: Chat Feature

• ID: FR-002
• Description: The app should have a chat feature that enables users to communicate with other artists online.
• Priority: Medium
• Source: Project Stakeholders
• Rationale: Facilitates community building and interaction among users.
• Acceptance Criteria: Users can send and receive messages in real-time.
• Dependencies: Internet Connectivity

Requirement 3: Monetization

• ID: FR-003
• Description: The app should pay users money when they create a cute turtle.
• Priority: Medium
• Source: Project Stakeholders
• Rationale: Incentivizes users to create and engage with the app.
• Acceptance Criteria: Users receive payments for creating cute turtle characters.
• Dependencies: Payment Gateway Integration

Requirement 4: Social Media Sharing

• ID: FR-004
• Description: The app should allow users to share their turtle artwork on social media platforms like X, Instagram, and Facebook.
• Priority: High
• Source: Project Stakeholders
• Rationale: Enhances visibility and reach of user-created content.
• Acceptance Criteria: Users can successfully share their artwork on supported social media platforms.
• Dependencies: Social Media API Integration

Requirement 5: Art Protection

• ID: FR-005
• Description: The app should prevent other users from copying the creator's art unless permission is given.
• Priority: High
• Source: Project Stakeholders
• Rationale: Protects the intellectual property of users.
• Acceptance Criteria: User-created artwork is protected and cannot be copied without permission.
• Dependencies: User Authentication and Authorization

Data Requirements

• User data: Profiles, preferences, chat messages.
• Artwork data: Turtle customizations, images, metadata.
• Transaction data: Payment records, earnings.

User Interface Requirements

• Intuitive and user-friendly interface for customization.
• Chat interface for real-time communication.
• Integration with social media sharing features.
• Secure authentication and authorization for art protection.

Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: The app should load and respond quickly.
• Security: User data and artwork should be securely stored and transmitted.
• Usability: The app should be easy to use for users of all ages.
• Compatibility: The app should be compatible with major mobile operating systems (iOS, Android).

Assumptions

• Users will have internet access to use the chat and social media sharing features.
• Payment gateway services will be available and reliable.
• Social media platforms will allow integration with the app.

Constraints

• The app must comply with data protection and privacy regulations.
• Limited budget and resources for development.

Acceptance Criteria

• The app meets all functional and non-functional requirements.
• Users can successfully customize, share, and protect their artwork.
• The chat feature works reliably for real-time communication.
• Monetization and payment processes function correctly.

Appendix

• None

Approval

• Prepared by: Mike Meier
• Email: matsuda3000@gmail.com
• Date: 01/20/2025
• Approved by: [Approver's Name]
• Date: [Approval Date]