Project Description: Custom PC Builder & E-Commerce Platform TO BE CLEAR: EXAMPLES ARE PROVIDED AND SHOULD NOT COPY EXISTING COMPANY DESIGNS, OR INFRIGE ON ANY COPYRIGHT. THIS PROJECT IS SCTRICTLY ENFORCING ORIGINALITY, AND ANY PRODUCTS PROVIDED THAT INFLICT POTENTIAL OF COPYRIGHT ISSUES WILL PROMPLTY END THE PROJECT. This project involves the development of a premium, high-performance e-commerce platform inspired by industry-leading systems such as Origin PC. The platform will allow users to either purchase pre-configured computer systems or build fully customized PCs through an advanced, interactive configuration tool. The primary objective is to deliver a seamless, modern user experience while ensuring technical accuracy, reliability, and ease of use throughout the configuration and purchasing process. ⸻ Core Objectives • Develop an interactive custom PC builder with real-time configuration • Offer a catalog of pre-configured systems with full specifications • Implement a robust compatibility validation system (critical requirement) • Provide seamless checkout, order tracking, and account management • Integrate with a backend system for order and product management • Deliver a high-end, responsive UI/UX consistent with premium tech brands ⸻ User Experience Flow 1. Entry Interface Users are presented with two primary options: • Shop Pre-Configured PCs • Build Your Own PC ⸻ 2. Pre-Configured Systems Users can browse pre-built PCs: • High-quality images • Full component breakdown • Performance highlights • Pricing All systems are pre-validated for compatibility. ⸻ 3. Custom PC Builder (Core System) Users can configure systems by selecting: • CPU • GPU • Motherboard • RAM • Storage • Power Supply • Cooling • Case ⸻ Critical Requirement: Automatic Compatibility Enforcement The builder must include a real-time compatibility engine: • Selecting a component must filter incompatible options automatically • Changing a component must: • Automatically deselect incompatible parts, or • Force the user to correct the conflict • Users must never be able to complete an incompatible build ⸻ Admin-Only Purchase URL Field (Important Requirement) When adding products/components into the system for use in the PC builder, administrators must have the ability to input a purchase/source URL for each item. Requirements: • This field is visible and editable only within the admin panel • The URL is completely hidden from customers on the front end • The purchase URL will be used internally by admins for sourcing parts Usage: • When viewing: • Customer builds • Order details • Admins must be able to see and access the associated purchase links for each component This ensures efficient procurement and fulfillment without exposing supplier or sourcing information to customers. ⸻ 4. Checkout & Order System • Secure payment integration • Orders stored in backend • Status pipeline (Processing → Building → Testing → Shipped) ⸻ 5. Customer Dashboard Users can: • Track orders • View build details • Access invoices • Receive updates ⸻ 6. Admin Panel Admins must be able to: • Manage orders • Update statuses • View full build configurations • Access customer information • Manage product catalog ⸻ Design Requirements • Modern, high-end UI (dark theme preferred) • Smooth transitions • Clean typography • Fully responsive ⸻ Key Features Summary • Advanced PC builder • Automatic compatibility enforcement (core requirement) • Prebuilt system catalog • Real-time pricing • Admin-only sourcing URLs • Full e-commerce system • Customer dashboard • Admin control panel ⸻ End Goal To deliver a premium, conversion-focused platform that combines flexibility, accuracy, and operational efficiency—ensuring customers can confidently build systems while admins maintain full control over sourcing and fulfillment.