Object Class Selection Requirements

Overview

This document specifies the technical requirements for implementing a dynamic object class selection system to replace hardcoded object types in the creation workflow.

Functional Requirements

FR1: Search Interface

  • FR1.1: Real-time search with debouncing
  • FR1.2: Fuzzy matching and typo tolerance
  • FR1.3: Synonym and alias support
  • FR1.4: Multi-language search

FR2: Hierarchical Navigation

  • FR2.1: Tree view of class hierarchy
  • FR2.2: Expandable category nodes
  • FR2.3: Breadcrumb navigation
  • FR2.4: Visual hierarchy indicators

FR3: Class Display

  • FR3.1: Class preview cards
  • FR3.2: Detailed class information modal
  • FR3.3: Property field preview
  • FR3.4: Manufacturer branding

FR4: Selection Features

  • FR4.1: Recent selections memory
  • FR4.2: Popular classes ranking
  • FR4.3: Favorites/bookmarks
  • FR4.4: Smart suggestions

FR5: Custom Classes

  • FR5.1: Create custom class option
  • FR5.2: Extend existing class
  • FR5.3: Request new class
  • FR5.4: Private class creation

Non-Functional Requirements

NFR1: Performance

  • NFR1.1: Search results < 300ms
  • NFR1.2: Support 10,000+ classes
  • NFR1.3: Smooth scrolling with virtualization
  • NFR1.4: Efficient hierarchy rendering

NFR2: Usability

  • NFR2.1: Intuitive search behavior
  • NFR2.2: Clear visual hierarchy
  • NFR2.3: Mobile-optimized interface
  • NFR2.4: Keyboard navigation

NFR3: Data Management

  • NFR3.1: Client-side class caching
  • NFR3.2: Incremental data loading
  • NFR3.3: Offline class access
  • NFR3.4: Version synchronization

Technical Architecture

Frontend Components

Search Implementation

State Management

API Integration

UI/UX Specifications

Search Modal Design

Class Card Design

Interaction Patterns

Implementation Priorities

Phase 2: Hierarchy Browse

Phase 3: Advanced Features

Phase 4: Optimization

Testing Requirements

Search Testing

Performance Testing

Usability Testing

Dependencies

  • Search indexing service
  • Class hierarchy API
  • Caching infrastructure
  • Analytics service