Overview
AutoCycle is an online marketplace platform designed to facilitate the buying and selling of auto parts. The platform will connect buyers and sellers, offering a wide range of products and a user-friendly experience.
Key Features
- Product Search: Users can search for parts using:
- Car model and year
- VIN number
- Part number (if available)
- Image-based search (users can upload a picture of the part they need)
- Car Parts Catalog: A comprehensive catalog of auto parts organized into categories and subcategories.
- User Profiles: Users can create profiles that are automatically synced between the web and mobile applications.
- Third-Party Seller Profiles: Third-party sellers can create profiles to list and sell their products.
- Chatbot: An AI-powered chatbot to assist users with troubleshooting, answer questions, and provide general information.
- User Engagement: Features for users to interact, such as messaging and commenting.
- Feedback System: A system to collect and analyze customer feedback using AI.
- Integration with External Systems: The ability to integrate with catalogs of different car models.
- Online Transactions: A secure payment gateway for online transactions.
Technical Requirements
- Languages: English and Arabic
- Platform: Web and mobile (iOS, Android)
- Technology Stack: MVP: React.js (frontend), Node.js (backend), MongoDB (database), AWS (cloud infrastructure)
- Design: A modern and user-friendly design for both web and mobile.
- Security: Robust security measures to protect user data and prevent fraud.
Project Goals
- Create a seamless and intuitive user experience for both buyers and sellers.
- Offer a wide range of auto parts at competitive prices.
- Provide a secure and reliable platform for transactions.
- Leverage AI to enhance user experience and gather valuable insights.
- Integrate with external systems to expand the product catalog.
Additional Notes
- The platform should be scalable to accommodate future growth.
- Consider using a cloud-based solution for flexibility and scalability.
- Prioritize user feedback and continuously improve the platform based on user insights.
- Ensure a smooth onboarding process for third-party sellers.
- Implement a verification or approval process for sellers to maintain platform quality.