Project Documentation

Welcome to the project documentation section. Here you’ll find comprehensive information about the project’s requirements, current status, and development progress.

Quick Links

• Original Requirements: View the initial project requirements and specifications
• Current Status: Check the current development status and progress
• Changelog: Track all changes and updates to the project

Project Overview

The Food Bank Inventory Management System is an open-source project aimed at helping food banks efficiently manage their inventory, donations, and distribution processes. The system is built with modern web technologies and follows best practices for accessibility, security, and scalability.

Key Goals

1. Efficiency: Streamline food bank operations
2. Accessibility: Ensure the system is usable by everyone
3. Reliability: Provide a stable and dependable platform
4. Scalability: Support growth and multiple locations
5. Community: Foster an active open-source community

Technology Stack

• Frontend: React 18, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS
• Backend: Node.js, Express, TypeScript
• Database: PostgreSQL, Redis
• Infrastructure: Docker, Kubernetes
• Documentation: Jekyll, Just the Docs

Development Philosophy

We follow these core principles:

1. User-Centered Design: All features are designed with the end-user in mind
2. Accessibility First: WCAG 2.1 compliance is a core requirement
3. Open Source: Community-driven development and transparency
4. Quality Code: Comprehensive testing and documentation
5. Security: Following security best practices

For more detailed information, please explore the sections linked above.

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Table of contents

• Original Requirements
• Changelog
• Current Status