User Story Requirements
User Story Requirements
I. User Story Overview
User Story: As a [Type of User], I want to [Perform an Action] so that I can [Goal or Outcome].
Description: [Description of what the user wants to accomplish and its importance].
Acceptance Criteria:
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User can request a password reset via email.
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User receives a secure link to reset password.
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User can set a new password successfully.
II. Functional Requirements
1. Feature 1: Password Reset Functionality
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Implement a "Forgot Password" link on the login page.
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Create a form for users to enter their email address.
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Generate and send a unique password reset link to the user's email.
2. Feature 2: Password Update
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Allow users to enter a new password through the reset link.
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Validate password strength according to company policy.
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Encrypt and store the new password securely in the database.
III. Non-Functional Requirements
1. Performance
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Password reset process should be completed within 1 minute.
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System should handle simultaneous password reset requests without performance degradation.
2. Security
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Password reset links should expire after 24 hours.
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Implement measures to prevent abuse of the password reset functionality, such as CAPTCHA verification.
3. Usability
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Design the password reset interface to be intuitive and easy to use.
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Provide clear instructions and feedback messages throughout the password reset process.
IV. User Interface Design
1. Design Guidelines
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Use a clean and minimalist design for the password reset form.
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Ensure that the reset link email is visually distinct and clearly identifiable in the user's inbox.
V. Dependencies
1. API Integration
Integrate with the email delivery service to send password reset emails.
2. External Systems
Ensure compatibility with third-party authentication services used for user management.
3. Pre-Requisite Features
Completion of user registration and authentication system.
VI. Risks and Assumptions
1. Technical Risks
Ensuring compatibility with various email providers and spam filters.
2. User Behavior Assumptions
Assuming users will check their email promptly after requesting a password reset.
3. Infrastructure Dependencies
Reliability of the email delivery service for sending password reset emails.
VII. Additional Notes
Notes:
It's crucial to make the password reset process as seamless and secure as possible to maintain user trust and satisfaction.
References:
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[Link to company's password security policy]
This comprehensive User Story Template is designed to ensure clear communication of requirements and expectations between stakeholders and the development team, ultimately leading to the successful implementation of user stories within [Your Company Name]'s software development process.
