Table of Contents

1. Introduction
   1. Purpose
   2. Scope
2. Problem Statement
3. Solution
4. Functional Requirements
   1. User Authentication
   2. Interest Selection
   3. Home Page
   4. Blog Creation
   5. Search Functionality
   6. Account Management
5. Non-Functional Requirements
   1. Performance
   2. Security
   3. Usability
6. User Interface
   1. Sign In/Sign Up Page
   2. Home Page
   3. Blog Creation
   4. Search Bar
   5. Account Section
7. Testing
   1. Unit Testing
   2. Integration Testing
   3. User Acceptance Testing
8. Future Enhancements
   1. Social Sharing
   2. Notification System

1. Introduction

1.1 Purpose

The purpose of the Blogging Application is to provide a platform for users to engage with and share technology-based content through blogs.

1.2 Scope

The application will include features such as user authentication, personalized interest selection, blog creation, reading blogs, search functionality, and user account management.

2. Problem Statement

In the absence of a dedicated platform, technology enthusiasts face challenges in sharing and discovering relevant content. Scattered sources and a lack of personalized recommendations hinder efficient knowledge exchange within the tech community.

3. Solution

The proposed Blogging Application offers a user-friendly interface with personalized interest selection, efficient search functionality, and robust community building features. Content creators benefit from easy-to-use blog creation tools, while readers enjoy curated feeds based on their tech interests. The application addresses security concerns, ensures responsive design, and plans for scalability, creating a cohesive and scalable platform for tech enthusiasts to connect, share, and engage.

4. Functional Requirements

4.1 User Authentication

• Users can sign up with a unique username and password.
• Existing users can log in to their accounts.

4.2 Interest Selection

• Users can choose their technology-based interests during the onboarding process.

4.3 Home Page

• Display a curated feed of blogs based on the user's selected interests.
• Users can read blogs from different authors.

4.4 Blog Creation

• Users can create and post their own blogs.
• Include options for formatting, images, and tags.

4.5 Search Functionality

• Users can search for blogs based on keywords, authors, or topics.
• Implement an efficient search algorithm.

4.6 Account Management

• Users can view and edit their profiles.
• Track followers and following.
• Rate and comment on blogs.

5. Non-Functional Requirements

5.1 Performance

• The application should have low latency for loading blogs and search results.
• Scalability to accommodate a growing user base.

5.2 Security

• Implement secure user authentication protocols.
• Protect user data and ensure privacy.

5.3 Usability

• User-friendly interface with intuitive navigation.
• Responsive design for various devices.

6. User Interface

6.1 Sign In/Sign Up Page

• Clean and straightforward interface for user authentication.

6.2 Home Page (UI)

• Intuitive design showcasing blogs based on user interests.

6.3 Blog Creation (UI)

• User-friendly editor for composing and formatting blogs.

6.4 Search Bar (UI)

• Prominently placed search bar with advanced filtering options.

6.5 Account Section (UI)

• Easily accessible profile, followers, following, and blog rating information.

7. Testing

7.1 Unit Testing

• Validate individual components and functions.

7.2 Integration Testing

• Ensure seamless interaction between different modules.

7.3 User Acceptance Testing

• Gather feedback from users to verify the application meets their expectations.

8. Future Enhancements

8.1 Social Sharing

• Implement social media sharing features for blogs.

8.2 Notification System

• Notify users of new followers, comments, and relevant blog updates.

• You can also see how my application works.

• link: https://youtu.be/j7AymYZsMnY