diff --git a/docs/README.md b/docs/README.md index c7d0dd5..d890681 100644 --- a/docs/README.md +++ b/docs/README.md @@ -1,11 +1,12 @@ # 📄 Documentation & Reference Models -This `/docs` folder contains **Product Requirements Documents (PRD)**, **data model definitions**, and **Firebase schema references** for the Karaoke Web App project. +This `/docs` folder contains **Product Requirements Documents (PRD)**, **data model definitions**, and **Firebase schema references** for the Karaoke App project. These files are intended for: - 📃 Developers reviewing the business logic and architecture. - 🤖 AI tools like Cursor or Copilot that reference documentation for context-aware coding. - 📝 Project planning, architecture decisions, and future enhancements. +- 🚀 **Building the app from scratch with any framework/platform combination.** --- @@ -13,25 +14,99 @@ These files are intended for: | File | Purpose | |------|---------| -| `PRD.md` | Primary Product Requirements Document — outlines business goals, functional specs, UI/UX notes, and data access model. | +| `PRD.md` | **Complete Product Requirements Document** — platform-agnostic business logic, technical specifications, data flows, service APIs, component architecture, error handling, and performance optimizations. **Self-guiding for AI implementation.** | | `types.ts` | Reference TypeScript interfaces used for modeling app objects. **Not imported into app runtime code.** | | `firebase_schema.json` | Example Firebase Realtime Database structure for understanding data relationships and CRUD operations. | --- +## 🚀 How to Use This Documentation + +### **For AI-Assisted Development:** +Simply say **"Read this PRD"** in any new chat. The PRD contains: +- **Self-guiding instructions** for AI implementation +- **Complete technical specifications** for 100% accuracy +- **Implementation questions** to determine platform/framework choices +- **Step-by-step build process** with checklists + +### **For Human Developers:** +- **Reference during implementation** for business logic and data flows +- **Guide for architecture decisions** and technology choices +- **Source of truth** for all functional requirements +- **Migration guide** when switching frameworks/platforms + +### **For New Implementations:** +1. **Read the PRD completely** - it contains comprehensive specifications +2. **Answer implementation questions** from Section 29 +3. **Follow the implementation checklist** for complete build process +4. **Preserve business logic** while adapting UI to chosen framework + +--- + +## 📋 Key Features of the Updated PRD + +### **Platform-Agnostic Design:** +- **Core requirements** separated from implementation details +- **Framework-specific sections** clearly marked +- **Migration guidance** for different platforms +- **Toolset rationale** for informed technology choices + +### **Complete Technical Specifications:** +- **Data flow diagrams** for all operations +- **State management architecture** with exact structure +- **Service layer APIs** with function signatures +- **Component architecture** with interfaces and behavior +- **Error handling matrix** for all scenarios +- **Performance specifications** with optimization patterns + +### **Implementation Guide:** +- **7 key questions** to determine platform/framework +- **5-phase implementation checklist** +- **Must preserve vs. can replace** guidelines +- **Critical success factors** for accurate builds + +--- + +## 🔄 Workflow for New Versions + +### **When Creating New Implementations:** +1. **Use the PRD as-is** - it's designed for any framework/platform +2. **Follow the implementation guide** in Section 29 +3. **Preserve all business logic** while adapting UI layer +4. **Test against specifications** for 100% accuracy + +### **When Updating the PRD:** +1. **Keep platform-agnostic requirements** intact +2. **Add new implementation details** to appropriate sections +3. **Update toolset sections** with new technology choices +4. **Maintain self-guiding nature** for AI implementation + +### **When Migrating Platforms:** +1. **Keep all business logic** from core requirements +2. **Replace only implementation details** in platform-specific sections +3. **Add new platform sections** following the established pattern +4. **Update toolset rationale** for new technology choices + +--- + ## Important Notes - ✅ These files are **not intended for direct import or use in application runtime**. - ✅ Validation logic and data models here serve as **development references only**. - ✅ Any updates to business logic, data flow, or app architecture should be reflected here for documentation purposes. - ✅ AI tools may use this information to assist with code generation but will not access `/src` directly. +- ✅ **The PRD is self-guiding** - it contains all instructions needed for AI implementation. +- ✅ **100% accuracy achievable** when following the complete specifications. --- -## How to Use -- Developers can reference these files during implementation, especially when defining CRUD operations or integrating Firebase sync. -- When using AI-assisted development tools, ensure they have access to the `/docs` folder for accurate context. +## 🎯 Success Metrics +- **Zero ambiguity** in technical requirements +- **Framework independence** for easy migration +- **Complete implementation path** from start to finish +- **Consistent results** across different technology stacks +- **Self-documenting** for future developers and AI tools --- -_If in doubt, assume these files are **guides, not code.**_ +_This documentation is designed to be your **ultimate development tool** - enabling accurate builds with any framework/platform combination._