Software Requirements Specification for the User Interface Proof of Concept
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Rapid Application Development (RAD): The challenge of quickly developing user interfaces (UI) for financial services applications.
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Interface Needs:
- Efficient bot automation
- Algorithmic trading interfaces
- Real-time data handling
- Goal: Create a fintech interface that supports advanced functionalities such as comprehensive data grids, interactive financial charts, and user-friendly design systems inspired by platforms like TradingView, Binance, Coinbase, and CoinMarketCap.
To accelerate development processes and improve efficiency, full-stack developers need access to high-level components that can significantly speed up the development cycle. This involves creating high-level user interface components that can handle complex financial data and operations.
- Grid Component
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Editability: Users can directly edit data within the grid cells.
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Drag and Drop: Users can reorganize columns and rows by dragging and dropping.
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Resizable Columns: Users can adjust the width of columns for better viewing.
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Sorting, Filtering, Grouping: Tools for organizing and analyzing data.
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Row Selection: Support for selecting one or multiple rows for further actions.
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Cell Formatting: Options to customize the appearance of cell data.
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Cell Validation: Ensuring the correctness of entered data.
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Cell Merging: Ability to merge multiple cells into one.
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Cell Freezing: Freezing specific columns or rows for constant display.
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Cell Tooltips: Displaying additional information on hover.
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Cell Context Menu: Menu with functions like copy, paste, and other operations.
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Cell Copy/Paste: Capability to copy and paste data between cells.
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Undo/Redo: Support for undoing and redoing actions up to 5 steps.
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Cell Formulas: Support for formulas to perform calculations within cells.
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Cell Hyperlink: Ability to add hyperlinks in cells.
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Cell Image: Inserting images into cells.
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Cell Comment: Adding comments to cells.
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Cell Data Binding: Support for binding cells to data sources.
Example: Detailed guidance on creating and configuring grid components can be found in the Sencha Ext JS Grid Component documentation here. While this example demonstrates functional capabilities suitable for the project, a different solution is required to better align with the specific needs and technological trends.
- Financial Chart Component
- Financial Charts: Includes candlestick charts and other types of financial charts.
- Interactive Drawing Tools: Ability to draw on charts, such as trend lines and Fibonacci retracements.
- Design System
- Consistent and Unified Style: Ensuring a cohesive and unified style for all components.
- Inspired by TradingView, Binance, Coinbase, and CoinMarketCap: Utilizing best practices and ideas from these platforms.
- User Management
- Admin Interface: Tools for managing users and system settings.
- Performance
- Page Load Speed: The time to load the main interface pages should not exceed 3 seconds under normal server load.
- Data Handling: The system should be able to process and display large volumes of data (up to 50,000 rows in a table) without noticeable delays.
- Scalability
- Grids: The grid component should support efficient management of large numbers of rows and columns.
- Design System: Interface components should be easily scalable and reusable across different parts of the application.
- Reliability
- Monitoring and Logging: Use tools like Datadog or Sentry for real-time monitoring and logging of errors.
- Data Backup: Regular data backups to prevent information loss.
- Security
- Authentication and Authorization: Support for multi-factor authentication (MFA) and role-based access control to ensure security.
- Data Encryption: All data should be transmitted and stored in encrypted form (e.g., using HTTPS and AES).
- Standards Compliance: The system should comply with security standards such as PCI DSS for handling payment information.
- Usability
- Interface: Intuitive and user-friendly interface.
- Documentation: Detailed documentation for users and administrators.
- Localization: Support for multiple interface languages (e.g., English, Ukrainian).
- Caching
- Feedback: Ability to leave feedback and receive support through an integrated chat or ticket system.
- Updates: Regular system updates based on user feedback and new functional requirements.
- Integration
- Monitoring and Logging: Use tools like Datadog or Sentry for real-time monitoring and logging of errors.
- Data Backup: Regular data backups to prevent information loss.
- Dashboard Page
- Scenario: The user navigates to the Dashboard page and sees an overview of indices and trading volumes.
- User Action: The user can switch between different chart types (candlestick, OHLC, etc.) and use tools for annotations and drawing.
- Expected Outcome: The user gets a clear and interactive view of current market data.
- Bot Page
- Scenario: The user accesses the bot management page to configure trading bot parameters.
- User Action: The user can set and modify bot parameters such as operating mode, risk percentage per trade, maximum losses, etc.
- Expected Outcome: The user can efficiently manage bot parameters, adjust settings, and monitor operation logs.
- Settings Page
- Scenario: The user navigates to the settings page to change application configurations.
- User Action: The user can change the interface language, theme, and set user preferences.
- Expected Outcome: The user customizes the application according to their preferences.
- Reports Page
- Scenario: The user opens the reports page to analyze and manage financial data.
- User Action: The user can filter, sort, and group data, as well as export reports in various formats.
- Expected Outcome: The user receives detailed information on trades and can export data for further analysis.
- CoinGecko Sample Page
- Scenario: The user views information on various cryptocurrencies.
- User Action: The user can see the current price, market capitalization, and other metrics of cryptocurrencies.
- Expected Outcome: The user receives up-to-date information on the cryptocurrency market.
- Rapid Development and High-Level Components:
- Given the project setup, when a new feature is requested, then the development team should be able to prototype and implement the feature within two sprints.
- Given a high-level component is integrated, when data types change, then the component should be easily adaptable without significant code refactoring.
- Given the need for integration, when connecting to external systems (e.g., APIs, databases), then the system should support quick and reliable integration processes.
- Financial Chart Visualization:
- Given the financial chart component, when data is loaded, then the chart should correctly display various types of financial data (e.g., candlestick, OHLC).
- Given interactive tools, when a user annotates the chart, then the annotations should be visible and editable.
- Given real-time data updates, when new data is received, then the chart should update without requiring a page reload.
- Given technical indicators (e.g., TPOC, VPOC), when a user applies an indicator to a chart, then the system should accurately display and update the indicator.
- Given different time frames (e.g., m1, m5, m15, m30, h1, h4, h12, h24, d1, d7, d30, d365), when a user selects a time frame, then the system should update the chart and analysis accordingly.
- Trading Bot Management:
- Given the bot management interface, when a user sets parameters for a trading bot, then the system should save and apply these settings.
- Given the bot status monitoring, when a bot is active, then the user should see real-time updates on the bot’s performance.
- Given performance analysis tools, when the user reviews bot activities, then the system should provide detailed logs and metrics.
- Data Transactions and User-Managed Data:
- Given the data upload feature, when a user uploads data, then the system should validate and store the data correctly.
- Given the data download feature, when a user requests to download data, then the system should provide the data in the requested format (e.g., CSV, Excel).
- Given data transaction capabilities, when a user performs a transaction, then the system should accurately record and reflect this in the user interface.
- Integration with Common Data Sources:
- Given integration with Google Sheets, when a user imports data from Google Sheets, then the system should correctly parse and display the data.
- Given the export functionality, when a user exports data to Google Sheets, then the data should maintain its structure and formatting.
- Given the ability to work with various data sources, when a user integrates other tabular data, then the system should support seamless integration and display.
- Back-Testing:
- Given the back-testing feature, when a user selects a strategy to back-test, then the system should simulate past performance using historical data.
- Given the result analysis, when the back-test is complete, then the system should display detailed results, including profit/loss metrics and visual charts.
- Given user-configurable parameters, when a user adjusts back-testing parameters, then the system should re-run the test and update the results accordingly.
- Real-Time News and Market Impact Analysis:
- Given real-time news integration, when new financial news is published, then the system should display the news and analyze its potential impact on market prices.
- Given real-time market data, when a user monitors asset prices, then the system should provide real-time updates and analysis of price movements.
- Functional Requirements:
- Refer to the functional requirements section for detailed criteria on features like data grid management, financial charts, user management, and data transactions.
- Non-functional Requirements:
- Performance: The main pages of the interface must load within 3 seconds under normal server load conditions.
- Scalability: The data grid must efficiently handle and display up to 50,000 rows without significant delays.
- Reliability: The system should implement monitoring and logging mechanisms using tools like Datadog or Sentry.
- Security: All data transmission and storage must use encryption (HTTPS, AES).
- Usability: The user interface must be intuitive, with thorough documentation available for users and administrators. The interface should support multiple languages (e.g., English, Ukrainian).
- Caching: Implement data caching mechanisms to reduce server load and improve application speed.
- Data Handling:
- Given the need for mock data during the MVP phase, the system should seamlessly switch between mock data and real data sources once the backend is fully integrated.
- Given different types of financial data (e.g., digital assets, real-time data), the system should support aggregation and analysis of these data types.
- Technical Indicators and Analysis:
- Given technical indicators (e.g., TPOC, VPOC), when a user applies an indicator to a chart, then the system should accurately display and update the indicator.
- Given different time frames (e.g., m1, m5, m15, m30, h1, h4, h12, h24, d1, d7, d30, d365), when a user selects a time frame, then the system should update the chart and analysis accordingly.