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Software Requirements Specification

(SRS) for Instagram Threads


Version: 1.0

Date: October 17, 2024

Author: YASH PANCHAL


Table of Contents
1. 1. Introduction
2. 2. Overall Description
3. 3. System Features and Functional Requirements
4. 4. Non-functional Requirements
5. 5. External Interface Requirements
6. 6. System Architecture
7. 7. Data Requirements
8. 8. System Constraints
9. 9. Validation and Verification
10. 10. Appendices
1. Introduction

1.1 Purpose
The purpose of this SRS document is to define the functional and non-functional
requirements for Instagram Threads, a messaging app designed to foster close
communication among users and their 'close friends' list on Instagram. This document will
guide the development process and serve as a reference for stakeholders.

1.2 Scope
Instagram Threads allows users to send messages, photos, and videos to a select group of
friends. The app focuses on privacy, rapid communication, and multimedia sharing.

1.3 Definitions, Acronyms, and Abbreviations


API: Application Programming Interface
UI: User Interface
UX: User Experience
SRS: Software Requirements Specification

1.4 References
Instagram Threads User Guide
Instagram API Documentation
2. Overall Description

2.1 Product Perspective


Instagram Threads is a standalone messaging app designed to complement Instagram by
enhancing close interactions among friends.

2.2 Product Functions


1. Sending text messages, photos, and videos.
2. Viewing and updating status.
3. Quick camera access for instant photo sharing.
4. Customizing privacy settings for close friends.

2.3 User Characteristics


The target users are Instagram users who want to focus on close communication. They are
familiar with mobile apps and have experience with social media.

2.4 Assumptions and Dependencies


1. The user has an Instagram account.
2. The app relies on Instagram's API for fetching friend lists and account information.
3. The app depends on mobile device camera and storage access for multimedia sharing.
3. System Features and Functional Requirements

3.1 Instant Messaging


Description: Allows users to send and receive instant messages (text, photos, videos) with
their close friends.

Functional Requirements:

1. Users must be able to send and receive messages in real time.


2. Multimedia messages should automatically display previews.
3. The app should notify users when messages are received.

Priority: High

3.2 Status Updates


Description: Users can set and share status updates (e.g., at work, busy).

Functional Requirements:

1. Users should be able to set a custom status or select from predefined statuses.
2. Status updates should automatically expire after 24 hours.

Priority: Medium
4. Non-functional Requirements
1. Performance: The app should respond within 2 seconds to user inputs.
2. Security: All messages should be encrypted.
3. Usability: The app should be easy to navigate, with minimal taps to perform common
actions.
5. External Interface Requirements
1. User Interface: The app will use a minimalist design focused on ease of use.
2. Software Interfaces: Instagram API integration.
3. Communication Interfaces: Push notifications for message updates.
6. System Architecture
The system will follow a client-server model, where the app communicates with Instagram’s
backend via APIs. The app will handle messaging and media storage locally on the device
and synchronize with Instagram's servers.

7. Data Requirements
1. All user data (messages, media, status updates) should be stored locally and synced with
the cloud.
2. Data formats will include JSON for messaging and media formats like JPEG, MP4.

8. System Constraints
1. The app is constrained by Instagram's API limitations, including rate limits on API calls.
2. The app must be developed for both Android and iOS platforms.

9. Validation and Verification


1. The system will undergo unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing.
2. The messaging functionality must be validated with real-time messaging scenarios and
media sharing.

10. Appendices
Appendix A: Instagram API Documentation
Appendix B: User Interface Mockups

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