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"Crafting a Technical Requirements Sheet for Your Project"

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DAVID SIMEON (App Developer)

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A Guide for Project Success

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    • A document outlining what a project needs to succeed
    • Guides development by specifying features, constraints, and goals
    • Keeps teams aligned during a fast-paced hackathon

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What is a Technical Requirements Sheet?

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Why It Matters!

    • Saves time by clarifying project scope
    • Helps communicate ideas to teammates and judges
    • Ensures the project meets technical and functional goals
    • Example: Avoids last-minute pivots due to unclear requirements

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Key Components of a TRS

    • Project Overview: What does the project do? (e.g., app, website, hardware)
    • Functional Requirements: Features and user interactions
    • Non-Functional Requirements: Performance, scalability, security
    • Constraints: Time, tools, hardware/software limitations
    • Deliverables: What will be presented (e.g., demo, prototype)

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Step-by-Step Process to Create One

Brainstorm idea

Identify Users

List Features

Define Constraints

Draft Sheet

Review and Refine

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Practical Example: Event Planning App

    • Sample project: “Event Planning App for Hackathons”
    • Overview: Mobile app to organize hackathon schedules
    • Functional Requirements: User login, event creation, notifications
    • Non-Functional Requirements: Fast load times, cross-platform
    • Constraints: 48-hour hackathon, limited to web tech
    • Deliverables: Functional prototype, demo video

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Tips for Success

    • Keep it simple and focused (Projects are time-constrained)
    • Prioritize clarity over complexity
    • Use tools like Trello or Notion for collaboration
    • Update the sheet as the project evolves
    • Align requirements with judging criteria

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

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    • Vague requirements (e.g., “make it user-friendly”)
    • Ignoring constraints (e.g., tech stack limitations)
    • Overloading with unnecessary features
    • Not involving the whole team in drafting

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Tools and Templates

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    • Free tools: Google Docs, Notion, Miro, SmartSheets
    • Template sources: Online Project resources, GitHub
    • Example template structure: Overview, Features, Constraints, Deliverables

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“Clear requirements lead to focused development”

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Q&A