1. Introduction:
- The Custom Blog Platform aims to provide users with an intuitive and engaging experience for creating, sharing, and discovering blog content. This SRS outlines the functional and non-functional requirements, design structure, list of pages, and database structure for the platform.
2. Functional Requirements:
2.1 User Management:
- Users can register an account or log in using existing credentials.
- Users can edit their profile information and manage account settings.
- Admins have the ability to manage user accounts, roles, and permissions.
2.2 Content Management:
- Users can create, edit, and delete blog posts.
- Blog posts support rich text formatting, multimedia embedding, and categorization using tags and categories.
- Users can save drafts of blog posts before publishing them.
- Admins have the ability to moderate and manage published blog posts.
2.3 Navigation and Search:
- The platform provides intuitive navigation with a menu structure, breadcrumbs, and search functionality.
- Users can search for blog posts using keywords, tags, or categories.
- Search results are displayed in a relevant and organized manner.
2.4 Social Interaction:
- Users can share blog posts on social media platforms.
- A commenting system allows users to engage with blog posts by leaving comments and replies.
- Admins can moderate comments and manage user interactions.
2.5 Subscription and Notifications:
- Users can subscribe to email newsletters or RSS feeds to receive updates on new blog posts.
- Users can opt-in to browser notifications for real-time updates.
- Admins can manage subscription lists and send out newsletters or notifications.
3. Non-Functional Requirements:
3.1 Performance:
- The platform must have fast loading times and responsive design to ensure a seamless user experience across devices.
- Caching mechanisms and content delivery networks (CDNs) should be utilized to optimize performance.
3.2 Security:
- User authentication and authorization must be implemented securely to protect user data and prevent unauthorized access.
- Measures should be in place to prevent spam, hacking, and other security threats.
3.3 Scalability:
- The platform should be designed to handle a large volume of users and content, with scalability built into the architecture.
3.4 SEO-Friendliness:
- URLs, meta tags, and descriptions should be optimized for search engines to improve visibility and ranking in search results.
- Content structure and markup should follow best practices for SEO.
4. Design Structure:
4.1 Frontend:
- The front end will be developed using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and PHP CodeIgniter 4 framework.
- Responsive design principles will be applied to ensure compatibility across various devices and screen sizes.
- A clean and intuitive user interface will be implemented, following design best practices for readability and usability.
4.2 Backend:
- The backend will be built using PHP CodeIgniter 4 framework, following MVC architecture.
- MySQL database will be used for data storage and management.
- RESTful API endpoints will be developed to facilitate communication between the frontend and backend components.
5. List of Pages:
5.1 Home Page:
- Displays featured blog posts, latest updates, and navigation options. 5.2 Blog Posts Page:
- Lists all blog posts with pagination and filtering options. 5.3 Single Blog Post Page:
- Displays the content of a single blog post along with comments and social sharing options. 5.4 User Profile Page:
- Shows user details, profile settings, and a list of authored blog posts. 5.5 Admin Dashboard:
- Provides access to admin-specific functionalities such as user management, content moderation, and analytics.
6. Database Structure:
6.1 Users Table:
- Columns: user_id (PK), username, email, password_hash, role, description, created_at, updated_at. 6.2 Blog Posts Table:
- Columns: post_id (PK), title, content, author_id (FK), category_id (FK), tags, status, slug, created_at, updated_at. 6.3 Comments Table:
- Columns: comment_id (PK), post_id (FK), author_id (FK), content, status, created_at, updated_at. 6.4 Categories Table:
- Columns: category_id (PK), name, description, created_at, updated_at. 6.5 Subscriptions Table:
- Columns: subscription_id (PK), user_id (FK), type (email/RSS/browser), created_at, updated_at.
7. Sitemap:
- Include the blog in the XML sitemap to ensure search engines can crawl and index its content alongside other pages on the website.
8. Google Search Console Integration:
- Implement API integration to automatically submit the blog link to the Google Search Console, allowing for monitoring of search performance and indexing status.
By adhering to these specifications and utilizing the PHP CodeIgniter 4 framework with MySQL database, the Custom Blog Platform will be developed to meet the functional and non-functional requirements, providing users with an efficient and enjoyable blogging experience.
