CMS+ Non Functional Requirements
Performance:
- Fast page load times: Offload media to S3 to reduce server load and improve speed.
- Efficient database queries: Avoid custom database queries; use standard WordPress functions.
- Caching mechanisms:
- Implement caching plugins and utilize S3 for static content.
- enable CDN ( Only premium )
- enable Redis based full object storage caching ( Only Premium )
Scalability:
- Support for increasing user load: Resize the machine if the load increases permanently; use Infrastructure as Code (IAC) for scaling.
- Flexible infrastructure: CMS+ utlizes full e2e Infrastructure As Code – for example:
- the database could be provisioned as a cloud instance in the cloud if requested
- load balancers could be set with sticky sessions ( Only Premium )
- the number of application layer servers could be increased ( Only Premium )
Security:
- SSL/TLS encryption: Implement SSL certificates to secure data in transit.
- Regular security updates: Apply updates regularly from the WordPress dashboard.
- Protection against common vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS): Use the latest plugins and CAPTCHA to prevent attacks.
- Strong user authentication: Follow WordPress best practices for user authentication.
Usability:
- Intuitive user interface: Use two-level menus for better navigation.
- Mobile responsiveness: Design with a mobile-first approach to ensure compatibility on all devices.
- Accessibility standards compliance (e.g., WCAG): Not in scope.
Reliability:
- Regular backups: Perform daily backups to ensure data recovery.
- High availability setup: Not required.
- Disaster recovery plan: Have a plan to rebuild infrastructure quickly in case of failure.
Maintainability:
- Clean and modular codebase: Maintain the codebase in GitHub for easy management and updates.
- Comprehensive documentation: Provide documentation in the utilities project.
- Version control: Use GitHub for version control to track changes and manage the codebase.
Compliance:
- GDPR compliance: Use a WordPress plugin to ensure compliance with GDPR regulations.
- Adherence to local regulations: Store all data in Finland to comply with local regulations.
Compatibility:
- Cross-browser compatibility: Ensure the site works across all major browsers.
- Third-party plugin integration: Support integration with third-party plugins for additional functionality.
SEO:
- Search engine optimization friendly: Optimize the site for search engines to improve visibility.
- Structured data support: Implement structured data to enhance search engine results.
Localization:
- Multi-language support: Provide support for multiple languages to cater to a global audience.
- Regional settings configuration: Configure settings to accommodate regional preferences and formats.
Analytics:
- Integration with analytics tools: Use tools like Google Analytics to monitor site performance.
- Tracking user behavior: Track user behavior to gain insights into site usage and improve user experience.
Monitoring:
- Real-time monitoring and alerts: Use Google Analytics for real-time monitoring and alerts.
- Performance metrics tracking: Track performance metrics using Google Analytics to ensure the site is running optimally.