Software Requirements Specification

for
Food Ingredients App
Version 1.0 approved
Prepared by Zaid Akhtar
Enroll No: 2021-301-232

Copyright © 2024 by Zaid Akhtar. Permission is granted to use, modify, and distribute this document.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ...........................................................................................................................ii
1.Introduction.................................................................................................................................1
1.1.Purpose................................................................................................................................................1
1.2.Project scope .......................................................................................................................................1
1.3.Document Conventions.......................................................................................................................1
2.System Overview.........................................................................................................................1
2.1.User Interface (UI): .............................................................................................................................1
2.2.Chatbot Integration: ............................................................................................................................1
2.3.Recipe Database:.................................................................................................................................1
2.4.Natural Language Processing (NLP): .................................................................................................2
2.5.Recommendation Engine: ...................................................................................................................2
3.Functional Requirements ...........................................................................................................2
3.1.User Registration:................................................................................................................................2
3.2.Ingredient Recognition:.......................................................................................................................2
3.3.Recipe Recommendation: ...................................................................................................................2
3.4.Chatbot Interaction:.............................................................................................................................2
3.5.Recipe Details: ....................................................................................................................................2
4.Non-Functional Requirements...................................................................................................3
4.1.Usability ..............................................................................................................................................3
4.2.Performance ........................................................................................................................................3
4.3.Security ...............................................................................................................................................3
4.4.Compatibility.......................................................................................................................................3
4.5.Scalability............................................................................................................................................3
5.External Interfaces......................................................................................................................3
5.1.API Integration:...................................................................................................................................3
6.Other Requirements ...................................................................................................................3
6.1.Documentation: ...................................................................................................................................3
7.Testing ..........................................................................................................................................4
7.1.Functional Testing ...............................................................................................................................4
7.2.Performance Testing............................................................................................................................4
7.3.Compatibility Testing ..........................................................................................................................4
8.Maintenance and Support..........................................................................................................4
8.1.Bug Fixes and Issue Resolution: .........................................................................................................4
8.2.Feature Enhancements and Updates: ..................................................................................................4
8.3.Performance Optimisation: .................................................................................................................5
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1.Introduction

1.1.Purpose

The purpose of this document is to outline the requirements for the development of a Food Ingredients App
with integrated chatbot features. The app aims to assist users in discovering recipes based on the ingredients
they have at home through a conversational interface.

1.2. Project scope

The Food Ingredients App will provide users with a user-friendly platform to input ingredients and receive
recipe recommendations. The chatbot feature will enable natural language interaction, enhancing the user
experience and simplifying the recipe discovery process.

1.3. Document Conventions

• N/A: Not Applicable

• API: Application Programming Interface
• NLP: Natural Language Processing
• SRS: Software Requirements Speci cation
• UI: User Interface

2. System Overview

2.1. User Interface (UI):

The mobile app features a user-friendly interface designed for seamless navigation and interaction.
Users can input ingredients, view recipe recommendations, and engage with the chatbot through the UI

2.2. Chatbot Integration:

The app integrates with OpenAI's GPT model API to enable chatbot functionality. The chatbot interprets user
queries, generates responses, and provides recipe recommendations based on the input ingredients.

2.3.Recipe Database:

A comprehensive database of recipes is integrated into the app, containing a wide variety of dishes from
various cuisines. Each recipe entry includes details such as ingredients, preparation steps, cooking time, and
nutritional information.
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2.4. Natural Language Processing (NLP):

A NLP algorithms are employed to process user input, extract relevant information, and understand user
intent. The app utilises NLP techniques to recognise ingredient names, validate user queries, and generate
contextually relevant responses.

2.5. Recommendation Engine:

A recommendation engine matches user-provided ingredients with recipes in the database. Recommendations
are personalised based on ingredient availability, user preferences, dietary restrictions, and other factors.

3. Functional Requirements

3.1. User Registration:

Users can register for an account or use the app as a guest. Registration may involve providing an email
address or signing in with a social media account.

3.2. Ingredient Recognition:

The app should recognise ingredients mentioned in user input. Natural language processing techniques will
be used to extract and identify ingredients.

3.3. Recipe Recommendation:

Users Based on the recognised ingredients, the app will recommend relevant recipes from the database.
Recommendations will prioritise recipes that closely match the user's input and preferences.

3.4. Chatbot Interaction:

Users can interact with the chatbot through text input. The chatbot will respond to user queries, provide
recipe suggestions, and engage in conversation.

3.5. Recipe Details:

Users can view detailed information about recommended recipes, including ingredients, cooking instructions,
and images.
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4. Non-Functional Requirements

4.1. Usability

- The The app's user interface should be intuitive and easy to navigate.
- Users should nd it straightforward to interact with the chatbot and access recipe recommendations.

4.2. Performance

- The app should respond to user queries promptly, with minimal latency.
- The chatbot's responses should be contextually relevant and coherent.

4.3. Security

- User data should be stored securely and protected against unauthorised access.
- The app should comply with data privacy regulations and guidelines.

4.4. Compatibility

- The app should operate reliably without frequent crashes or errors.

- The chatbot's responses should be accurate and reliable.

4.5. Scalability

The system should be easily scalable to accommodate future feature expansions and increased user demand.

5. External Interfaces

5.1. API Integration:

The app will integrate with OpenAI's GPT API to enable natural language processing and conversation
generation. API calls will be made securely using authentication tokens provided by OpenAI.

6. Other Requirements

6.1. Documentation:

Comprehensive documentation will be provided for app installation, usage instructions, and troubleshooting.
Developer documentation will outline the app's architecture, API integration, and codebase organisation.
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7. Testing

7.1. Functional Testing

The Functional testing will assess the application's compliance with speci ed requirements and user
expectations. Test cases will be designed to evaluate the functionality of core features, such as ingredient
input, recipe recommendation, and chatbot interaction.

7.2. Performance Testing

Performance testing will evaluate the application's responsiveness, scalability, and resource utilisation under
different load conditions. Stress testing and load testing will be conducted to assess the application's stability
and performance under peak usage scenarios.

7.3. Compatibility Testing

Compatibility testing will verify the application's compatibility with various devices, operating systems, and
web browsers. Testing will be conducted across different platforms and con gurations to ensure consistent
behaviour and functionality.

8. Maintenance and Support

8.1. Bug Fixes and Issue Resolution:

A dedicated team will be responsible for promptly addressing and resolving any reported bugs, errors, or
issues encountered by users. Bug xes will be prioritised based on severity and impact on the application's
functionality.

8.2. Feature Enhancements and Updates:

Periodic updates and feature enhancements will be released to improve the application's performance,
usability, and user experience. User feedback and suggestions will be considered when prioritising new
features and enhancements.
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8.3. Performance Optimisation:

Periodic Continuous monitoring and analysis of application performance metrics will be conducted to
identify opportunities for optimisation. Performance bottlenecks and areas for improvement will be
addressed through code optimisations, infrastructure upgrades, and tuning.