User Story: Test Database Connectivity

User Story:
As a developer, I want to test the database connectivity to ensure that the application can successfully connect to the database.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Verify that the application's database connection settings are correct.
2. Establish a connection to the database from the application.
3. Confirm that data can be retrieved and updated through the application.
4. Handle and log any connection errors or exceptions.

Tasks:

• Check and configure the database connection settings in the application.
• Develop a test script to establish a connection to the database.
• Perform read and write operations to test data retrieval and updates.
• Implement error handling and logging for connection issues.

User Story 1: List Artwork for Sale
As a seller, I want to list my artworks for sale on the platform.
Acceptance Criteria:
1. I have access to a "Sell Artwork" section.
2. I can create listings with artwork details, images, and pricing.
3. Listings can be in auction or fixed-price format.
4. I can set starting bids and reserve prices for auctions.

User Story 2: Manage Artwork Listings
As a seller, I want to manage my existing artwork listings.
Acceptance Criteria:
1. I can edit, update, or remove my listings.
2. I receive notifications when there are bids on my auction listings.
3. For sold items, I receive notifications to prepare for shipping.

User Story 3: Track Sales
As a seller, I want to track the status of my sales.
Acceptance Criteria:
1. There is a "Sales Dashboard" showing sold artworks.
2. I can see buyer information and sale prices.
3. For shipped items, I can provide tracking information.

User Story: Explore About Us Page

As a Buyer

Acceptance Criteria:

1. In the navigation menu, there is a link to the "About Us" page.
2. The "About Us" page provides information about the gallery's mission and history, creating a connection with buyers.
3. Relevant information about the founders and the gallery's commitment to art is clearly presented.
4. Buyers gain insight into the curation process and the values that guide artwork selection.

As a Seller

Acceptance Criteria:

1. The "About Us" page includes details about the gallery's commitment to supporting artists.
2. Sellers find information about the gallery's reach and audience, helping them understand the platform.
3. Sellers gain insights into the curation process and how their artworks fit into the gallery's vision.
4. The page communicates the benefits of selling through the platform, fostering trust.

As an Admin

Acceptance Criteria:

1. The "About Us" page aligns with the gallery's brand and values.
2. Admins have the ability to update and edit the content on the "About Us" page easily.
3. The page provides an overview of the gallery's mission and goals, ensuring it reflects the current state of the platform.
4. Admins can include relevant information about any recent achievements or changes in the gallery's direction.

Tasks

• Design the layout of the "About Us" page.
• Create content for the "About Us" page, considering the perspectives of buyers, sellers, and admins.
• Implement the "About Us" page on the website.
• Test the "About Us" page across different user roles to ensure a consistent and meaningful experience.
• Ensure that admins can easily update and modify the content on the "About Us" page.

User Story

As a buyer,
I want to browse through available artworks.
So that I can select one for purchase or to bid on.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Acceptance Criteria 1: There is a dedicated section on the website to view artworks.

2. Acceptance Criteria 2: Artworks are categorized and can be filtered by artist, medium, style, etc.

3. Acceptance Criteria 3: Each artwork listing displays an image, title, artist name, starting bid (for auctions), and fixed price (for prints).

4. Acceptance Criteria 4: Clicking on an artwork leads to a detailed page with additional information and options to bid/buy.

5. Acceptance Criteria 5: Artworks are paginated to allow for easy navigation through multiple listings.

Tasks

• Create a dedicated section on the website to display artworks.
• Implement categorization and filtering options for artworks (by artist, medium, style, etc.).
• Design artwork listing templates to display image, title, artist name, starting bid (for auctions), and fixed price (for prints).
• Implement navigation links for pagination of artwork listings.
• Create a detailed page template for each artwork that includes additional information and bid/buy options.
• Ensure that clicking on an artwork leads to the corresponding detailed page.
• Implement bidding functionality for artworks listed in auctions.
• Implement smooth image loading and optimization for artwork images.
• Ensure responsive design for both artwork listing pages and detailed pages.
• Set up a backend to manage and store artwork data.
• Create a user-friendly interface for adding new artworks to the system.
• Implement filters and sorting for the pagination of artwork listings.
• Test the pagination functionality to ensure smooth navigation through multiple listings.
• Integrate search functionality to find artworks by keywords.
• Implement a mechanism to handle bid submissions and update bid information.
• Implement user authentication to differentiate between buyers, sellers, and admins.
• Create a database schema to store artwork information, categories, and user interactions.
• Set up an email notification system to inform buyers about successful bids and purchases.
• Perform thorough testing to ensure the user can navigate, bid, and buy artworks seamlessly.

User Story

User Story:
As a developer, I want to create the initial database schema for the project to define the structure of the database.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Define the main entities and their attributes for the database.
2. Determine primary keys and foreign keys for each table.
3. Specify data types for each column in the schema.
4. Ensure the schema follows normalization principles.
5. Document the database schema for reference.

Tasks:

• Identify the main entities and their attributes.
• Create an initial ERD (Entity-Relationship Diagram).
• Define primary keys and foreign keys.
• Determine appropriate data types for each column.
• Normalize the schema to minimize data redundancy.
• Create a detailed schema design document..

User Story

As a seller,
I want to set starting bids and reserve prices for auction artworks.
So that I can ensure my artwork sells for a reasonable price.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Acceptance Criteria 1:

When creating an auction listing, I can enter a starting bid value.
The starting bid must be a numeric value greater than zero.

2. Acceptance Criteria 2:

I am provided with an optional field to set a reserve price.
The reserve price, if set, must be numeric and equal to or higher than the starting bid.

3. Acceptance Criteria 3:

Clear explanations of starting bids and reserve prices are provided on the listing creation page.

4. Acceptance Criteria 4:

I receive a warning or confirmation when attempting to set a starting bid lower than the reserve price.

5. Acceptance Criteria 5:

If no reserve price is set, the auction proceeds without a minimum price requirement.

6. Acceptance Criteria 6:

If a reserve price is set, the auction starts at the starting bid and requires bids to meet or exceed the reserve price for a successful sale.

7. Acceptance Criteria 7:

If the auction ends without reaching the reserve price, the artwork remains unsold and the listing remains active.

8. Acceptance Criteria 8:

If the highest bid meets or exceeds the reserve price, the artwork is considered sold, and the buyer is notified.

9. Acceptance Criteria 9:

If the reserve price is met, the winning bid is equal to or higher than the reserve price.

10. Acceptance Criteria 10:

If the reserve price is not met, the highest bid is not disclosed publicly.

11. Acceptance Criteria 11:

The seller can choose to relist the artwork with adjusted pricing if no bids meet the reserve price.

Tasks

• Modify the auction listing creation page to include a field for entering a starting bid value.
• Implement validation to ensure the starting bid is a numeric value greater than zero.
• Add an optional field for setting a reserve price during auction listing creation.
• Implement validation to ensure the reserve price, if set, is numeric and higher than or equal to the starting bid.
• Provide clear explanations and tooltips about starting bids and reserve prices on the listing creation page.
• Implement logic to display a warning or confirmation when trying to set a starting bid lower than the reserve price.
• Implement logic to proceed with the auction if no reserve price is set.
• Implement logic to enforce the requirement for bids to meet or exceed the reserve price for successful sale.
• Implement logic to determine whether the artwork remains unsold if the auction ends without reaching the reserve price.
• Design and integrate a notification mechanism to inform the seller when the artwork is sold.
• Design and implement auction outcome notifications to inform buyers about successful purchases.
• Implement logic to determine whether the highest bid meets or exceeds the reserve price for a sold artwork.
• Implement logic to ensure the winning bid is equal to or higher than the reserve price.
• Design and integrate logic to hide the highest bid if the reserve price is not met.
• Provide the option for sellers to relist the artwork with adjusted pricing if no bids meet the reserve price.
• Test the auction creation process with different scenarios to ensure proper validation.
• Test auction outcomes with various bid amounts and reserve prices to verify accuracy.
• Design and implement responsive design for the auction listing creation page.
• Test warnings, confirmations, and notifications to ensure users are appropriately informed.
• Perform security testing to prevent manipulation of bid amounts or reserve prices.
• Optimize the performance of auction processes for smooth user experience.
• Test different scenarios where reserve prices are met or not met to ensure proper handling.
• Provide clear explanations for sellers about the relisting option and how it works.
• Conduct cross-browser testing to ensure compatibility across various web browsers.
• Implement logic to update the listing status and availability for relisting.
• Set up database structures to store auction-related information and outcomes.
• Implement a user-friendly interface for sellers to review auction results and relist artworks.
• Test the relisting functionality to ensure accurate adjustments in pricing and availability.

User Story

As an admin,
I want to approve or reject artworks listed for auction/sale.
So that I curate the art that my gallery sells.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Acceptance Criteria 1:

As an admin, I have a dedicated admin dashboard accessible when logged in.

2. Acceptance Criteria 2:

Within the admin dashboard, there is a section labeled "Artwork Listings" or "Pending Listings."

3. Acceptance Criteria 3:

The "Artwork Listings" section displays a list of artworks that have been submitted by sellers for auction or sale.

4. Acceptance Criteria 4:

Each artwork entry includes the artwork title, artist name, seller's information, type (auction or fixed price), and images.

5. Acceptance Criteria 5:

I can click on an artwork entry to view more detailed information about the listing.

6. Acceptance Criteria 6:

The detailed view includes the artwork description, additional images, listing type, starting bid, and reserve price (if applicable).

7. Acceptance Criteria 7:

I have the ability to approve or reject the artwork listing directly from the detailed view.

8. Acceptance Criteria 8:

If I approve the listing, the artwork becomes visible to buyers on the website.

9. Acceptance Criteria 9:

If I reject the listing, the artwork is not published, and the seller receives a notification explaining the reason for rejection.

10. Acceptance Criteria 10:

I can select a reason for rejection from predefined options (e.g., inappropriate content, incorrect information).

11. Acceptance Criteria 11:

After making a decision (approval or rejection), I am prompted to confirm the action before it's finalized.

12. Acceptance Criteria 12:

I have the option to leave comments or notes for the seller regarding the approval or rejection decision.

13. Acceptance Criteria 13:

Rejected artworks are automatically moved to a separate section labeled "Rejected Listings" for reference.

14. Acceptance Criteria 14:

I receive an email notification when a new artwork is submitted for review by a seller.

15. Acceptance Criteria 15:

The email notification includes a summary of the artwork details and a link to the admin dashboard for review.

Tasks

• Design and implement an admin dashboard accessible only to administrators.
• Create a section labeled "Artwork Listings" or "Pending Listings" within the admin dashboard.
• Set up database structures to store artwork listing information and approval status.
• Implement logic to fetch and display submitted artworks in the "Artwork Listings" section.
• Design and implement the layout for displaying artwork entries with title, artist name, seller's information, type, and images.
• Implement clickable artwork entries to access more detailed listing information.
• Design and integrate the detailed view page with artwork description, additional images, listing type, starting bid, and reserve price.
• Implement the ability to approve or reject artwork listings directly from the detailed view.
• Implement logic to update the artwork's visibility status based on approval or rejection.
• Design and implement confirmation prompts when approving or rejecting a listing.
• Implement logic to send email notifications to sellers when their artwork is approved or rejected.
• Create a separate section labeled "Rejected Listings" to store rejected artworks for reference.
• Test the display of submitted artworks in the admin dashboard to ensure accurate content.
• Test the detailed view page for accurate display of artwork information and approval/rejection options.
• Test the approval and rejection mechanisms to ensure accurate updating of artwork visibility.
• Test email notifications for artwork approval and rejection events to ensure correct content and delivery.
• Test email notifications for new artwork submissions to ensure accurate content and delivery.
• Ensure compatibility of the admin dashboard across different web browsers.
• Implement logic to store rejected artworks separately and prevent their display in active listings.
• Implement logic to handle the display of approval/rejection actions in real-time.

User Story : Implement Data Migration Scripts

User Story:
As a developer, I want to write data migration scripts to populate the database with initial data.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Create data migration scripts for each table.
2. Include script logic to insert sample data into tables.
3. Ensure the scripts can be executed to populate the database.
4. Verify that the initial data matches the project requirements.

Tasks:

• Develop data migration scripts for each table.
• Write SQL queries to insert sample data.
• Test the scripts to ensure they populate the database correctly.
• Validate that the inserted data aligns with project requirements.

User Story

As a buyer,
I want to place bids on artworks in the auction.
So that I can win the auction.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Acceptance Criteria 1: The auction listing page displays all artworks available for bidding.

2. Acceptance Criteria 2: Each artwork listing includes the current highest bid and bidding end time.

3. Acceptance Criteria 3: I can click on an artwork to access its detailed bidding page.

4. Acceptance Criteria 4: On the artwork's bidding page, I can see the current highest bid and the minimum bid increment.

5. Acceptance Criteria 5: I can enter my bid amount, which must be higher than the current highest bid plus the minimum increment.

6. Acceptance Criteria 6: The bidding page shows a confirmation message before I submit my bid.

7. Acceptance Criteria 7: After placing a bid, the system updates the current highest bid if my bid is higher.

8. Acceptance Criteria 8: If another bidder places a higher bid before the auction ends, I receive a notification.

9. Acceptance Criteria 9: I cannot place a bid lower than the current highest bid plus the minimum increment.

10. Acceptance Criteria 10: I am informed of the bidding end time and time zone to prevent confusion.

11. Acceptance Criteria 11: If the auction ends and I have the highest bid, the artwork is marked as won and I am notified.

12. Acceptance Criteria 12: If I am outbid before the auction ends, I receive a notification and have the option to place a higher bid.

13. Acceptance Criteria 13: The bidding process is disabled after the auction's end time.

Tasks

• Design and implement the auction listing page to display available artworks.
• Display artwork details including the current highest bid and bidding end time.
• Set up clickable artwork listings that lead to the detailed bidding page.
• Create the detailed bidding page with information about the artwork, current highest bid, and bid increment.
• Implement bid entry field that ensures bids are higher than the current highest bid plus the minimum increment.
• Implement logic to update the current highest bid when a new bid is placed.
• Set up a notification system to alert bidders when they are outbid.
• Design and implement a mechanism to prevent placing bids lower than the current highest bid plus increment.
• Display the bidding end time and time zone prominently to prevent confusion.
• Implement logic to determine the winner when the auction ends and notify them.
• Disable the bidding process automatically after the auction's end time.
• Implement a user-friendly interface to allow bidders to place higher bids after being outbid.
• Create database structures to store artwork information, bid history, and user interactions.
• Integrate user authentication and authorization to ensure only authorized users can place bids.
• Implement timezone management to accurately display end times across different time zones.
• Perform thorough testing to ensure the bidding process functions smoothly.
• Implement a user-friendly interface for viewing won artworks and the auction results.
• Ensure responsive design for both auction listing pages and detailed bidding pages.
• Test the notification system to ensure bidders are promptly informed of bid updates.
• Optimize the performance of the bidding process to handle concurrent users.
• Provide clear error messages for any bidding-related issues or validations.
• Perform cross-browser testing to ensure compatibility across different web browsers.

User Story

As a seller, I want to create listings for artworks that I want to sell.
So that I can sell my work through the website.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Acceptance Criteria 1: When logged in to my seller account, there is a "Sell Artwork" or "Create Listing" button prominently displayed.

2. Acceptance Criteria 2: Clicking the "Sell" button leads me to a new listing creation page.

3. Acceptance Criteria 3: The listing creation page includes fields for artwork title, artist name, artwork description, and an image of the artwork.

4. Acceptance Criteria 5: I can select the type of listing (auction or fixed price) for the artwork.

5. Acceptance Criteria 6: If I choose auction, I can set a starting bid and an optional reserve price.

6. Acceptance Criteria 7: If I choose fixed price, I can set the fixed price for the artwork.

7. Acceptance Criteria 8: I can choose appropriate categories and tags to help potential buyers find my artwork.

8. Acceptance Criteria 13: If everything looks good, I can click the "Create Listing" button to publish the artwork listing.

9. Acceptance Criteria 14: After creating the listing, I receive a confirmation message and the artwork is now visible in the appropriate section of the website.

10. Acceptance Criteria 15: If I don't complete required fields or provide valid information, I receive clear error messages guiding me on how to correct the issues.

Tasks

• Design and implement a new page/form for creating a listing.
• Ensure the form is user-friendly and visually consistent with the rest of the site.
• Add fields for artwork title, artist name, artwork description, and image upload.
• Implement form validation to ensure all required fields are filled out.
• Ensure the newly created listing is visible in the appropriate section of the website.

User Story: Define Tables and Relationships

User Story:
As a developer, I want to define the tables and relationships in the database schema based on the initial design.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Create individual tables for each entity in the schema.
2. Define relationships (e.g., one-to-many, many-to-many) between tables.
3. Ensure referential integrity through foreign key constraints.
4. Implement any required join tables for many-to-many relationships.
5. Verify that the schema aligns with the initial design.

Tasks:

• Create database tables for each entity.
• Define relationships between tables.
• Add foreign key constraints to enforce referential integrity.
• Implement join tables for many-to-many relationships.
• Review the schema to confirm alignment with the design.

User Story: Configure Database Access Permissions

User Story:
As a developer, I want to configure database access permissions to ensure secure and controlled access.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Define user roles with appropriate access levels (e.g., read-only, read-write).
2. Set up user accounts for developers, testers, and other relevant team members.
3. Apply the principle of least privilege when assigning permissions.
4. Ensure database access is restricted to authorized personnel only.
5. Implement role-based access control (RBAC) where applicable.

Tasks:

• Define user roles and their access levels.
• Create user accounts for team members.
• Assign permissions based on roles and responsibilities.
• Restrict access to authorized personnel only.
• Implement role-based access control where necessary.

User Story

As a seller,
I want to view the status of my listed artworks and their auction results in a 'Seller Profile' section.
So that I can manage my sales more efficiently.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Acceptance Criteria 1:

When logged in to my seller account, I have access to a dedicated "Seller Profile" section.

2. Acceptance Criteria 2:

Within the "Seller Profile," there is a subsection labeled "Listed Artworks."

3. Acceptance Criteria 3:

The "Listed Artworks" section displays a list of all my artworks that are currently listed for auction or sale.

4. Acceptance Criteria 4:

Each artwork entry includes the artwork title, status (active, ended, sold), type (auction or fixed price), and relevant dates.

5. Acceptance Criteria 5:

For auction artworks, the entry also shows the highest bid and whether the reserve price was met.

6. Acceptance Criteria 6:

I can click on an artwork entry to view more detailed information about its listing.

7. Acceptance Criteria 7:

The detailed view includes information such as the artwork description, images, listing type, starting bid, reserve price (if applicable), and bidding end time.

8. Acceptance Criteria 8:

The detailed view also provides information about the auction result (e.g., sold or unsold).

9. Acceptance Criteria 9:

I can easily identify which artworks have been sold, which ones are still active, and which auctions have ended without reaching the reserve price.

10. Acceptance Criteria 10:

The "Seller Profile" section also includes a subsection labeled "Auction Results."

11. Acceptance Criteria 11:

The "Auction Results" subsection displays a list of my artworks that have been sold through auctions.

12. Acceptance Criteria 12:

Each entry includes the artwork title, sale price, winning bidder's information (anonymous or username), and date of sale.

13. Acceptance Criteria 13:

I can sort and filter the listed artworks and auction results based on various criteria, such as status, type, and date.

14. Acceptance Criteria 14:

The "Seller Profile" section is only accessible when logged in to my seller account.

Tasks

• Design and implement a dedicated "Seller Profile" section within the seller account.
• Create a subsection labeled "Listed Artworks" within the "Seller Profile."
• Set up database structures to store artwork listing information, auction outcomes, and results.
• Implement logic to fetch and display active, ended, and sold artworks in the "Listed Artworks" section.
• Design and implement the layout for displaying artwork entries, including title, status, type, and dates.
• Display the highest bid and reserve price outcome for auction artworks in the "Listed Artworks" section.
• Implement clickable artwork entries to access more detailed listing information.
• Design and integrate the detailed view page with artwork description, images, listing type, starting bid, and reserve price.
• Display auction results (e.g., sold or unsold) in the detailed view of the artwork listing.
• Provide clear indicators for sold, active, and ended auction artworks in the "Listed Artworks" section.
• Create a subsection labeled "Auction Results" within the "Seller Profile."
• Display a list of artworks that have been sold through auctions in the "Auction Results" section.
• Include artwork title, sale price, winning bidder's information, and date of sale in auction result entries.
• Implement user authentication to ensure only authorized sellers can access the "Seller Profile."
• Design and implement responsive design for the "Seller Profile" section and its subsections.
• Test the display of active, ended, and sold artworks to ensure accurate outcomes.
• Test the detailed view page for accurate display of listing information and auction results.
• Perform security testing to prevent unauthorized access to seller profile information.
• Ensure compatibility of the "Seller Profile" section across different web browsers.
• Test sorting and filtering options with various criteria to verify accuracy.
• Provide a clear and user-friendly interface for sellers to navigate their profile and listings.
• Test the display of auction results with different scenarios to ensure accuracy.
• Set up a mechanism to update artwork statuses based on auction outcomes.
• Conduct cross-browser testing to ensure compatibility with different web browsers.

User Story 1: Review Artwork Listings
As an admin, I want to review and approve artwork listings.
Acceptance Criteria:
1. I have access to an "Admin Dashboard" for reviewing listings.
2. I can approve or reject listings based on guidelines.
3. Rejected listings are moved to a separate section.

User Story 2: Manage User Roles
As an admin, I want to manage user roles and permissions.
Acceptance Criteria:
1. There is a "User Management" section in the admin dashboard.
2. I can change user roles (buyer, seller, admin) as needed.
3. Users gain or lose access based on their roles.

User Story 3: Monitor Website Activity
As an admin, I want to monitor website activity and resolve issues.
Acceptance Criteria:
1. I receive notifications for significant events (new listings, sales, issues).
2. I can access logs and reports for auditing purposes.

User Story

As a buyer,
I want to be able to view my buying/bidding history in my profile.
So that I can keep track of my bids.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Acceptance Criteria 1: When I log in to my buyer account, there is a "My Profile" or "My Account" section available.

2. Acceptance Criteria 2: Within the profile section, there is a subsection labeled "Buying/Bidding History."

3. Acceptance Criteria 3: The "Buying/Bidding History" section displays a list of all the artworks I have either purchased or placed bids on.

4. Acceptance Criteria 4: Each entry in the history includes the artwork title, image, type (purchase or bid), date, and status (won, lost, purchased).

5. Acceptance Criteria 5: I can click on an entry to view more detailed information about the artwork.

6. Acceptance Criteria 6: For purchased artworks, I can see the order date, order number, and total amount paid.

7. Acceptance Criteria 7: For bid artworks, I can see my highest bid amount and whether I won or lost the auction.

8. Acceptance Criteria 8: The history entries are sorted by the most recent activity.

9. Acceptance Criteria 9: I can filter or search the history by artwork title, type (purchase or bid), and status.

10. Acceptance Criteria 10: The history page provides pagination if there are a large number of entries.

11. Acceptance Criteria 11: The "Buying/Bidding History" section is only accessible when I'm logged in to my buyer account.

12. Acceptance Criteria 12: If I haven't made any purchases or bids yet, the history page displays a message indicating that there is no history to show.

Tasks

• Design and implement a "My Profile" or "My Account" section for buyers.
• Create a subsection labeled "Buying/Bidding History" within the profile section.
• Set up a database structure to store buyer's purchase and bidding history.
• Implement logic to fetch and display the history entries on the profile page.
• Design history entries to show artwork title, image, type, date, and status.
• Implement clickable history entries to access more detailed artwork information.
• Display order date, order number, and total amount paid for purchased artworks.
• Display highest bid amount and auction outcome for bid artworks.
• Design and integrate user authentication to ensure only authorized users can access the history.
• Implement responsive design for both the profile page and the history section.
• Test the history page with different scenarios (purchases, bids, no history) to ensure accuracy.
• Optimize the performance of fetching and displaying history entries.
• Set up database relationships to associate artworks with buyer history.
• Perform security testing to safeguard user data and history information.
• Ensure the history section is accessible and functional on various devices and screen sizes.
• Test filtering and searching functionality to ensure accurate results.
• Perform cross-browser testing to ensure compatibility with different web browsers.
• Provide a clear layout and navigation for users to easily understand their history.
• Implement error handling for potential issues during fetching or displaying history.

User Story

As an admin, I want to manage user accounts and their roles (buyer/seller, admin).
So that I am able to control my website and permissions on it.

Acceptance Criteria:

1. Acceptance Criteria 1:

As an admin, I have a dedicated admin dashboard accessible when logged in.

2. Acceptance Criteria 2:

Within the admin dashboard, there is a section labeled "User Management" or "Manage Users."

3. Acceptance Criteria 3:

The "User Management" section displays a list of all registered users on the website.

4. Acceptance Criteria 4:

Each user entry includes the username, email address, user role (buyer, seller, admin), and registration date.

5. Acceptance Criteria 5:

I can search for specific users by username or email address.

6. Acceptance Criteria 6:

I have the ability to change the user role for any user directly from the user entry.

7. Acceptance Criteria 7:

The available user roles are "buyer," "seller," and "admin."

8. Acceptance Criteria 8:

When I change a user's role, the user's permissions are updated accordingly.

9. Acceptance Criteria 9:

If I change a user's role to "seller," they gain the ability to list artworks for sale.

10. Acceptance Criteria 10:

If I change a user's role to "admin," they gain access to the admin dashboard and its features.

11. Acceptance Criteria 11:

If I change a user's role to "buyer," they have access to buyer-related features, such as bidding and purchasing.

12. Acceptance Criteria 12:

I have the option to disable or enable user accounts as needed.

13. Acceptance Criteria 13:

When I disable a user account, the user cannot log in or use the website until the account is re-enabled.

14. Acceptance Criteria 14:

I can see a history of user role changes and account status changes for audit purposes.

15. Acceptance Criteria 15:

I receive email notifications when a user registers a new account on the website.

16. Acceptance Criteria 16:

The email notification includes the user's username and a link to the admin dashboard for further actions.

Tasks

• Design and implement an admin dashboard accessible only to administrators.
• Create a section labeled "User Management" or "Manage Users" within the admin dashboard.
• Set up database structures to store user account information and roles.
• Implement logic to fetch and display registered users in the "User Management" section.
• Design and implement the layout for displaying user entries with username, email address, user role, and registration date.
• Implement search functionality to search for users by username or email address.
• Implement the ability to change user roles directly from the user entry.
• Design and implement a user-friendly interface to change user roles.
• Implement logic to update user permissions based on role changes.
• Implement permissions for each user role, including buyer-related features, listing artworks, and accessing the admin dashboard.
• Implement the ability to enable or disable user accounts.
• Design and implement a history log to track user role changes and account status changes.
• Test the display of registered users in the admin dashboard to ensure accurate content.
• Test search functionality to verify that users can be found by username or email address.
• Test email notifications for user registration events to ensure correct content and delivery.
• Test responsive design for various devices and screen sizes.
• Perform security testing to prevent unauthorized access to user management features.
• Test the user interface for changing user roles to ensure a smooth experience.
• Test the history log to ensure accurate tracking of user role and account status changes.
• Implement logic to send email notifications to administrators when a user registers a new account.
• Test email notifications for user registration events to ensure correct content and delivery.
• Optimize the performance of fetching and displaying registered users for administrators.
• Ensure compatibility of the admin dashboard across different web browsers.
• Implement logic to prevent disabled users from logging in or accessing the website.
• Implement logic to enforce permissions based on user roles throughout the website.
• Implement real-time updates for user role changes and account status changes in the admin dashboard.