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- Implement tests for RideLocation and CompanyHeadquarters models to verify functionality and data integrity.
- Create a manual trigger test script for trending content calculation endpoint, including authentication and unauthorized access tests.
- Develop a manufacturer sync test to ensure ride manufacturers are correctly associated with ride models.
- Add tests for ParkLocation model, including coordinate setting and distance calculations between parks.
- Implement a RoadTripService test suite covering geocoding, route calculation, park discovery, and error handling.
- Create a unified map service test script to validate map functionality, API endpoints, and performance metrics.
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📋 ThrillWiki Nuxt Frontend - Detailed Requirements

Status: COMPLETE
Last Updated: 2025-01-27 19:55 UTC
Dependencies: None
Blocks: All implementation phases

🎯 Project Overview

Primary Goal

Create a modern, responsive Nuxt 3 frontend for ThrillWiki that seamlessly integrates with the existing Django REST API backend, providing users with an intuitive interface for discovering, submitting, and moderating theme park and ride content.

Success Criteria

  1. Functionality Parity: All Django backend features accessible through frontend
  2. Performance: Sub-3s initial load, sub-1s navigation between pages
  3. User Experience: Intuitive, mobile-first design with smooth interactions
  4. Maintainability: Clean, documented, testable codebase
  5. Scalability: Architecture supports future feature additions

🏗️ Technical Requirements

Framework & Architecture

  • Frontend Framework: Nuxt 3 with Vue 3 Composition API
  • Language: TypeScript for type safety and better developer experience
  • State Management: Pinia for global state management
  • Component Library: TBD - Existing reusable component library (user choice)
  • Styling: Tailwind CSS (or library's preferred styling system)
  • Build Tool: Vite (included with Nuxt 3)

Authentication & Security

  • Authentication Method: JWT with refresh tokens
  • Token Storage: HTTP-only cookies for security
  • Session Management: Automatic token refresh
  • Route Protection: Middleware for protected routes
  • CSRF Protection: Integration with Django CSRF tokens
  • Input Validation: Client-side validation with server-side verification

API Integration

  • Backend API: Django REST API at /api/v1/
  • HTTP Client: Nuxt's built-in $fetch with custom composables
  • Error Handling: Comprehensive error handling and user feedback
  • Caching: Smart caching strategy for API responses
  • Real-time Updates: WebSocket integration for live updates (future)

Performance Requirements

  • Initial Load: < 3 seconds on 3G connection
  • Navigation: < 1 second between pages
  • Bundle Size: < 500KB initial JavaScript bundle
  • Image Optimization: Lazy loading and responsive images
  • SEO: Server-side rendering for public pages

🎨 User Interface Requirements

Design System

  • Design Philosophy: Modern, clean, user-centric interface
  • Responsive Design: Mobile-first approach with breakpoints:
    • Mobile: 320px - 767px
    • Tablet: 768px - 1023px
    • Desktop: 1024px+
  • Accessibility: WCAG 2.1 AA compliance
  • Theme Support: Light/dark mode with system preference detection
  • Typography: Clear hierarchy with readable fonts
  • Color Palette: Modern, accessible color scheme

Component Requirements

  • Reusable Components: Consistent design system components
  • Form Components: Validation, error handling, accessibility
  • Navigation Components: Header, sidebar, breadcrumbs, pagination
  • Data Display: Cards, tables, lists, galleries
  • Interactive Components: Modals, dropdowns, tooltips, tabs
  • Feedback Components: Alerts, notifications, loading states

🚀 Functional Requirements

Core Features

1. Authentication System

Priority: High
Description: Complete user authentication and account management

Features:

  • User registration with email verification
  • Login/logout with "remember me" option
  • Password reset via email
  • Profile management (avatar, bio, preferences)
  • Account settings and privacy controls
  • Social authentication (future enhancement)

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Users can register with email and password
  • Email verification required for new accounts
  • Secure login/logout with JWT tokens
  • Password reset functionality works
  • Profile information can be updated
  • Account deletion option available

2. Parks Management

Priority: High
Description: Browse, search, and manage theme park information

Features:

  • Parks listing with search and filtering
  • Detailed park pages with photos and information
  • Park submission form for new parks
  • Photo upload and gallery management
  • Reviews and ratings system
  • Location-based search with maps

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Parks can be browsed with pagination
  • Search works by name, location, operator
  • Filtering by status, country, operator
  • Park detail pages show complete information
  • Users can submit new parks for approval
  • Photo upload works with moderation queue
  • Map integration shows park locations

3. Rides Management

Priority: High
Description: Browse, search, and manage ride information

Features:

  • Rides listing with advanced filtering
  • Detailed ride pages with specifications
  • Ride submission form with validation
  • Photo galleries and media management
  • Manufacturer and model information
  • Ride rankings and statistics

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Rides can be browsed and filtered by category
  • Search works by name, park, manufacturer
  • Ride specifications displayed clearly
  • Users can submit new rides
  • Photo management with approval workflow
  • Rankings and statistics visible

4. Content Submission System

Priority: High
Description: User-generated content with moderation workflow

Features:

  • Submission forms for parks, rides, photos
  • Draft saving and auto-save functionality
  • Submission status tracking
  • User submission history
  • Collaborative editing (future)
  • Bulk submission tools (admin)

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Users can submit parks and rides
  • Forms validate input and show errors
  • Drafts are saved automatically
  • Users can track submission status
  • Submission history is accessible
  • Admins can bulk approve/reject

5. Moderation Interface

Priority: High
Description: Admin tools for content approval and management

Features:

  • Moderation queue with filtering
  • Bulk approval/rejection actions
  • Moderation notes and feedback
  • User reputation system
  • Content flagging and reporting
  • Moderation analytics dashboard

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Moderators can view pending submissions
  • Bulk actions work for multiple items
  • Moderation notes can be added
  • User reputation affects submission priority
  • Flagged content appears in queue
  • Analytics show moderation metrics

6. Search & Discovery

Priority: Medium
Description: Advanced search and content discovery features

Features:

  • Global search across parks and rides
  • Autocomplete suggestions
  • Advanced filtering options
  • Trending content section
  • Recently added content
  • Personalized recommendations (future)

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Global search returns relevant results
  • Autocomplete works as user types
  • Filters can be combined effectively
  • Trending content updates regularly
  • New content is highlighted
  • Search performance is fast

7. User Profiles & Social Features

Priority: Medium
Description: User profiles and social interaction features

Features:

  • Public user profiles
  • Top lists and favorites
  • User statistics and achievements
  • Following/followers system (future)
  • Activity feeds (future)
  • User-generated content showcase

Acceptance Criteria:

  • User profiles are publicly viewable
  • Users can create and share top lists
  • Statistics show user activity
  • Achievements unlock based on activity
  • User content is showcased on profile
  • Privacy settings control visibility

Advanced Features

8. Photo Management

Priority: Medium
Description: Comprehensive photo upload and management system

Features:

  • Drag-and-drop photo upload
  • Image cropping and editing tools
  • Photo galleries with lightbox
  • Bulk photo operations
  • Photo metadata and tagging
  • Image optimization and CDN

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Photos can be uploaded via drag-and-drop
  • Basic editing tools available
  • Galleries display photos attractively
  • Bulk operations work efficiently
  • Photos are optimized automatically
  • CDN integration improves performance

9. Maps Integration

Priority: Medium
Description: Interactive maps for park and ride locations

Features:

  • Interactive park location maps
  • Clustering for dense areas
  • Custom markers and popups
  • Directions integration
  • Mobile-friendly map controls
  • Offline map support (future)

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Maps show accurate park locations
  • Clustering works for nearby parks
  • Markers show park information
  • Directions can be requested
  • Maps work well on mobile
  • Performance is acceptable

10. Rankings & Statistics

Priority: Low
Description: Display and interact with ride ranking system

Features:

  • Ride rankings display
  • Ranking history and trends
  • User voting interface (future)
  • Statistical analysis
  • Comparison tools
  • Export functionality

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Rankings display correctly
  • Historical data is accessible
  • Statistics are accurate
  • Comparisons are meaningful
  • Data can be exported
  • Performance is good with large datasets

🔧 Technical Specifications

Component Library Options

Status: PENDING USER CHOICE

Pros:

  • Built specifically for Nuxt 3
  • Tailwind CSS integration
  • TypeScript support
  • Modern design system
  • Active development

Cons:

  • Newer library, smaller ecosystem
  • Limited complex components

Option 2: Vuetify

Pros:

  • Mature, comprehensive library
  • Material Design system
  • Extensive component set
  • Strong community support

Cons:

  • Larger bundle size
  • Material Design may not fit brand
  • Vue 3 support still maturing

Option 3: PrimeVue

Pros:

  • Enterprise-focused
  • Comprehensive component set
  • Good TypeScript support
  • Professional themes

Cons:

  • Commercial themes cost money
  • Larger learning curve
  • Less modern design

Development Environment

  • Node.js: Version 18+ required
  • Package Manager: npm (consistent with project)
  • Development Server: Nuxt dev server with HMR
  • Proxy Configuration: API calls proxied to Django backend
  • Environment Variables: Separate configs for dev/staging/production

Build & Deployment

  • Build Tool: Nuxt build with Vite
  • Output: Static generation for public pages, SSR for dynamic content
  • Docker: Multi-stage build for production
  • CI/CD: GitHub Actions for automated testing and deployment
  • Monitoring: Error tracking and performance monitoring

📊 Non-Functional Requirements

Performance

  • Page Load Time: < 3 seconds initial load
  • Navigation: < 1 second between pages
  • API Response Time: < 500ms for most endpoints
  • Bundle Size: < 500KB initial JavaScript
  • Image Loading: Progressive loading with placeholders

Scalability

  • Concurrent Users: Support 1000+ concurrent users
  • Data Volume: Handle 10,000+ parks and 50,000+ rides
  • API Calls: Efficient caching to minimize backend load
  • Database: Optimized queries and indexing

Security

  • Authentication: Secure JWT implementation
  • Data Validation: Client and server-side validation
  • XSS Protection: Sanitized user input
  • CSRF Protection: Token-based protection
  • HTTPS: All production traffic encrypted

Accessibility

  • WCAG Compliance: Level AA compliance
  • Keyboard Navigation: Full keyboard accessibility
  • Screen Readers: Proper ARIA labels and roles
  • Color Contrast: Minimum 4.5:1 contrast ratio
  • Focus Management: Clear focus indicators

Browser Support

  • Modern Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (latest 2 versions)
  • Mobile Browsers: iOS Safari, Chrome Mobile
  • Progressive Enhancement: Basic functionality without JavaScript
  • Polyfills: Minimal polyfills for essential features

🧪 Testing Requirements

Testing Strategy

  • Unit Tests: 80%+ code coverage for utilities and composables
  • Component Tests: All UI components tested
  • Integration Tests: API integration and user flows
  • E2E Tests: Critical user journeys automated
  • Performance Tests: Load testing and optimization

Testing Tools

  • Unit Testing: Vitest for fast unit tests
  • Component Testing: Vue Test Utils with Vitest
  • E2E Testing: Playwright for cross-browser testing
  • Visual Testing: Chromatic for visual regression
  • Performance Testing: Lighthouse CI for performance monitoring

📚 Documentation Requirements

Code Documentation

  • Component Documentation: Props, events, slots documented
  • API Documentation: All composables and utilities documented
  • Type Definitions: Comprehensive TypeScript types
  • Examples: Usage examples for all components
  • Storybook: Interactive component documentation

User Documentation

  • User Guide: How to use the application
  • Admin Guide: Moderation and administration
  • API Guide: For developers integrating with the system
  • Deployment Guide: Self-hosting instructions
  • Troubleshooting: Common issues and solutions

Context7 Integration

  • Auto-Documentation: Automatic API and component docs
  • Implementation Tracking: Progress and decision documentation
  • Knowledge Preservation: Context for future development
  • LLM Handoffs: Structured information for continuation

Acceptance Criteria Summary

Phase 1: Foundation (Week 1)

  • Nuxt 3 project set up with TypeScript
  • Component library integrated and configured
  • Authentication system implemented with JWT
  • Basic layout and navigation components
  • API integration with Django backend
  • Development environment fully configured

Phase 2: Core Features (Week 2)

  • Parks listing and detail pages functional
  • Rides listing and detail pages functional
  • Search functionality working across content
  • Photo upload and display system
  • User profile management
  • Basic submission forms

Phase 3: Advanced Features (Week 3)

  • Complete submission system with moderation
  • Admin moderation interface
  • Advanced search and filtering
  • Maps integration for locations
  • Rankings and statistics display
  • Performance optimization complete

Phase 4: Polish & Deployment (Week 4)

  • Comprehensive testing suite
  • Documentation complete
  • Production deployment configured
  • Performance monitoring set up
  • User acceptance testing passed

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