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Statement : Software Requirements Specification according to IEEE 830 guidelines
Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
For: Weather Forecasting System (WFS)
Prepared in Accordance with IEEE 830 Guidelines
1. Introduction
1.1 Purpose
This Software Requirements Specification (SRS) defines the functionalities, constraints, and
operational environment for the Weather Forecasting System (WFS). The WFS will be a
multi-platform application delivering real-time weather data, forecasts, severe weather
alerts, and historical weather information to a wide range of users.
The document’s purpose is to:
• Serve as a primary reference for developers, testers, and stakeholders.
• Clearly define system features, performance goals, and constraints.
• Provide a basis for validation, acceptance testing, and compliance verification.
Stakeholders include:
• General Public — for daily weather updates.
• Businesses — planning based on forecasts.
• Government Agencies — disaster management and warnings.
• Meteorologists — for research and analysis.
• Developers — integrating weather data via API.
1.2 Scope
The WFS is designed to provide accurate and timely weather information across multiple
platforms: web, mobile apps, and APIs for third-party integration. It will leverage data from
satellites, IoT weather stations, and meteorological databases to deliver forecasts and alerts.
User-Facing Features:
• Real-time weather updates.
• Hourly, daily, and weekly forecasts.
• Severe weather alerts.
• Interactive weather maps with radar imagery.
• Historical weather data search.
• Location-based personalized updates.
Admin/Meteorologist Features:
• Data ingestion and management.
• Predictive modeling.
• Alert configuration.
• Analytics and reporting.
Business Benefits:
• Increased public safety.
• Support for weather-dependent industries.
• API monetization opportunities.
1.3 Definitions, Acronyms, and Abbreviations
Term Definition
WFS Weather Forecasting System
API Application Programming Interface
IoT Internet of Things
UI User Interface
AI Artificial Intelligence
ML Machine Learning
GIS Geographic Information System
UV Ultraviolet Index
1.4 References
• IEEE Std 830-1998 — SRS Guidelines.
• W3C Web Accessibility Initiative — WCAG 2.1.
• World Meteorological Organization Data Standards.
• ISO 19115: Geographic Information Metadata.
• OWASP Secure Application Practices.
1.5 Overview
Section 2 describes the WFS’s architecture, users, environment, and constraints.
Section 3 details functional and non-functional requirements.
Section 4 contains appendices including diagrams, workflows, and data structures.
2. Overall Description
2.1 Product Perspective
WFS will gather weather data from multiple sources including satellites, IoT sensors, and
third-party APIs. Data will be processed using AI/ML models for forecasting. The system
will include:
• Responsive web application and native mobile apps.
• Backend services for data processing.
• Cloud-based scalable infrastructure.
Integration Points:
• External meteorological APIs.
• IoT weather stations.
• GIS mapping services.
• Notification services.
2.2 Product Functions
• Authentication for premium features.
• Location detection.
• Multi-layer weather maps.
• Historical data search.
• Alert customization.
• API access for developers.
2.3 User Classes
Class Description Skill Level
Guest — Access basic info. Basic
Registered User — Customized forecasts. Basic–Intermediate
Meteorologist — Advanced analytics. Advanced
Admin — Manage system. Advanced
API Developer — Integrate data. Advanced
2.4 Operating Environment
• Mobile: iOS 13+, Android 9+.
• Web: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge.
• Backend: Linux, Docker/Kubernetes.
• Databases: PostgreSQL for structured data, MongoDB for unstructured data.
2.5 Constraints
• Must comply with WMO data standards.
• System uptime ≥ 99.9%.
• Real-time update frequency ≤ 60 seconds.
2.6 Assumptions
• Users have internet connectivity.
• Data providers maintain service uptime.
• Mobile devices have GPS for location-based updates.
3. Specific Requirements
3.1 Functional Requirements — Expanded Use Cases
3.1.1 Location-Based Weather Retrieval
Primary Actor: User.
Steps:
1. User grants location access.
2. System fetches coordinates.
3. Retrieves relevant data from APIs.
4. Displays current weather.
Acceptance Criteria:
• Accurate location detection.
• Weather data displayed within 2 seconds.
3.1.2 Severe Weather Alerts
• Triggered when extreme conditions detected.
• Sent via push notification, SMS, or email.
3.2 Non-Functional Requirements
• Performance: ≤ 2s for data retrieval.
• Security: End-to-end encryption.
• Scalability: Handle 1M+ concurrent users.
• Availability: 99.9% uptime.
3.3 External Interfaces
• UI: Responsive web, mobile apps.
• Hardware: GPS, sensors.
• Software: API integrations.
3.4 Data Requirements
Tables:
• LOCATIONS(location_id, latitude, longitude, city, country)
• WEATHER_DATA(id, location_id, temperature, humidity, wind_speed, timestamp)
• ALERTS(alert_id, location_id, type, severity, timestamp)
3.5 Validation
• Unit tests for API responses.
• Load tests for concurrent access.
• Integration tests for data providers.
4. Appendices
4.1 Glossary
API — Application Programming Interface
GIS — Geographic Information System
WMO — World Meteorological Organization
4.2 Acronyms
AI — Artificial Intelligence
ML — Machine Learning
UV — Ultraviolet
4.3 Extended UI Mockups
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[Logo] Search: [City or Zip] [Settings]
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[Current Weather: 28°C, Clear Skies]
[Hourly Forecast]
[7-Day Forecast]
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4.4 ER Diagram
[USER] 1---M [ALERT]
[LOCATION] 1---M [WEATHER_DATA]
[LOCATION] 1---M [ALERT]
4.5 Workflow Examples
Weather Data Update Workflow:
1. Retrieve data from sources.
2. Process data through AI models.
3. Update user interfaces and APIs.
4.6 Data Dictionary
WEATHER_DATA.temperature — Decimal, °C.
WEATHER_DATA.humidity — Percentage.
4.7 Additional Assumptions & Notes
• Multi-language support.
• Cloud backup every 10 minutes.
• Open API documentation for developers.
