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The document provides a software requirements specification for the WhatsApp messaging application. It outlines requirements for the application to allow users to create accounts, find and message contacts, make calls, customize settings, and ensure high performance, security, and usability across multiple platforms. Functional requirements include account creation, contact management, messaging, calls, and settings. Non-functional requirements address performance, security, usability, and compatibility.

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The document provides a software requirements specification for the WhatsApp messaging application. It outlines requirements for the application to allow users to create accounts, find and message contacts, make calls, customize settings, and ensure high performance, security, and usability across multiple platforms. Functional requirements include account creation, contact management, messaging, calls, and settings. Non-functional requirements address performance, security, usability, and compatibility.

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Here is a possible Software Requirements Specification (SRS) for WhatsApp:

Introduction
WhatsApp is a messaging application for smartphones that allows users to send and
receive messages, photos, videos, voice messages, and make voice and video calls.
The purpose of this SRS is to provide a detailed description of the functional and
non-functional requirements of the WhatsApp application.

Scope
The WhatsApp application shall be developed for Android, iOS, Windows, macOS, and
Linux operating systems. The application shall be available in multiple languages
and shall support internationalization and localization. The application shall
allow users to create an account, find and add contacts, send and receive messages
and media, make voice and video calls, and customize settings.

Functional Requirements
3.1 Account Creation
The application shall allow users to create an account using their phone number and
shall verify the user's identity through a one-time password (OTP). The application
shall store the user's account information securely and allow the user to change or
delete the account.

3.2 Contact Management


The application shall allow users to find and add contacts by searching for their
phone number or by scanning their QR code. The application shall store the user's
contact list securely and allow the user to edit or delete contacts.

3.3 Messaging
The application shall allow users to send and receive messages and media, including
text, photos, videos, and voice messages. The application shall allow users to
create and join group chats and shall support group messaging features, such as
adding or removing members and changing the group name and icon.

3.4 Voice and Video Calls


The application shall allow users to make voice and video calls to their contacts,
either individually or in groups. The application shall use end-to-end encryption
to ensure the security and privacy of the calls. The application shall support
features such as call waiting, call forwarding, and mute.

3.5 Settings and Customization


The application shall allow users to customize their profile information, including
their name, profile picture, and status. The application shall allow users to
change their privacy settings, notification settings, and other preferences. The
application shall also provide accessibility features for users with disabilities.

Non-functional Requirements
4.1 Performance
The application shall be designed to handle a large number of users and messages,
and shall be optimized for low latency and high availability. The application shall
be tested to ensure that it can handle peak loads and unexpected failures.
4.2 Security
The application shall use end-to-end encryption for all messages and calls, and
shall protect user data with strong encryption and authentication mechanisms. The
application shall comply with relevant security and privacy regulations, such as
the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

4.3 Usability
The application shall have a user-friendly interface and shall be easy to use for
users of all ages and technical backgrounds. The application shall provide clear
and concise error messages and help documentation.

4.4 Compatibility
The application shall be compatible with a wide range of devices and operating
systems, and shall support the latest technologies and standards.

User Interfaces
The application shall have a modern and intuitive user interface that is consistent
across platforms. The application shall provide clear and concise feedback to
users, such as message delivery and read receipts, and shall allow users to easily
navigate between different screens and features.

Use Cases
The following are examples of use cases for the WhatsApp application:

User creates an account and adds contacts


User sends a message or media to a contact or group
User makes a voice or video call to a contact or group
User customizes their profile information or settings
Assumptions and Dependencies
The WhatsApp application assumes that the user has a working internet connection
and a compatible device. The application also depends on the availability of the
user's contacts

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