This document outlines user stories following the Kano Model, focusing on the core functionality and features identified in our pseudocode implementation. Each story includes acceptance criteria to clearly define when the story is considered complete.
Table of Contents
- Author Stories
- System Stories
- Builder Stories
- Publisher Stories
- DevOps Stories
- Performance Stories
- Delighter Stories
Author Stories
US-A01: Metadata Management
As an author,
I want to manage book metadata in YAML format,
So that all generated outputs have consistent and complete information.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Can define metadata in meta.yaml and config.yaml
- System validates metadata for completeness and structural integrity
- Receives clear error messages for invalid metadata
- Can update metadata and have changes reflected in all output formats
- Metadata supports all required fields (title, author, publisher, ISBN, language, etc.)
- Can specify cover images in multiple formats (jpg, png, pdf)
US-A02: Content Organization
As an author,
I want to organize my LaTeX content into logical structures,
So that the book maintains proper organization across all output formats.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Can organize content in a standard manuscript directory structure
- System preserves LaTeX structure in all output formats
- Can include images and SVG files with proper references
- System maintains proper file organization in output directories
- Cross-references are preserved across all formats
US-A03: Format Generation
As an author,
I want to generate multiple output formats from my LaTeX source,
So that readers can access content in their preferred format.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Single command generates all requested formats (PDF, EPUB, MOBI, KFX, HTML)
- Each format applies appropriate styling and layout
- Format-specific features are correctly implemented
- Format generation progress is clearly reported
- Output files are organized in a consistent directory structure
System Stories
US-S01: Book Builder Orchestration
As the system,
I need to orchestrate the book building process,
So that all components work together seamlessly.
Acceptance Criteria:
- BookBuilderOrchestrator coordinates all build steps
- Implements proper builder pattern for each format
- Handles file management and directory structure
- Provides clear progress reporting
- Manages dependencies between build steps
US-S02: File Structure Management
As the system,
I need to maintain a consistent file structure,
So that assets and outputs are properly organized.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Creates required directory structure for each build
- Manages content, images, and asset directories
- Handles file copying and moving operations
- Maintains proper file permissions
- Cleans up temporary files after build
US-S03: Error Management
As the system,
I need comprehensive error handling,
So that build failures are properly managed and reported.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Catches and handles all expected error types
- Provides detailed error messages with context
- Implements proper error recovery where possible
- Logs errors for debugging
- Maintains partial results when possible
Builder Stories
US-B01: WikiJS Builder
As a WikiJS builder,
I want to generate WikiJS-compatible content,
So that books can be published to the wiki platform.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Generates proper WikiJS markdown format
- Handles image path processing correctly
- Creates proper format links
- Maintains consistent directory structure
- Processes cover images in multiple formats
US-B02: Format-Specific Builders
As a format builder,
I want to generate specific output formats,
So that each format meets its quality requirements.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Implements specific builders for PDF, EPUB, MOBI, KFX
- Handles format-specific requirements
- Maintains consistent quality across formats
- Provides format-specific validation
- Supports format-specific metadata
Publisher Stories
US-PU01: WikiJS Integration
As a publisher,
I want to publish content directly to WikiJS,
So that documentation can be immediately available online.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Can publish directly to WikiJS using GraphQL API
- Supports page creation and updates with proper conflict handling
- Uploads and links assets (images, attachments) automatically
- Maintains content structure with proper hierarchy
- Provides detailed results of publishing operations
US-PU02: Publishing Configuration
As a publisher,
I want to configure publishing targets and options,
So that content is distributed according to publishing requirements.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Can define multiple publishing targets with different configurations
- Supports selective publishing of content sections
- Can schedule publishing operations
- Configuration includes access credentials stored securely
- Validates configuration before attempting publishing
US-PU03: Cover Design System
As a publisher,
I want a library of customizable cover templates,
So that I can quickly create professional book covers without specialized design skills.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Library of professionally designed cover templates for various genres/subjects
- Visual editor to customize templates with book title, author, and imagery
- Support for custom fonts, colors, and layout adjustments
- Templates automatically adjust for different output formats (print vs. digital)
- Cover metadata automatically linked to book metadata
- Covers validate for print production requirements (bleed, spine width, resolution)
- Export covers separately for marketing purposes
US-PU04: WikiJS Asset Management
As a publisher,
I want comprehensive asset management when publishing to WikiJS,
So that images, files, and media are properly organized and linked in the wiki.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Automatic detection and extraction of assets from source documents
- Intelligent naming convention for uploaded assets based on content context
- Asset deduplication to prevent multiple copies of the same file
- Automatic optimization of images for web display
- Proper linking of assets in WikiJS markdown with correct paths
- Version control for assets to track changes over time
- Orphaned asset detection and cleanup
- Bulk asset operations (update, replace, delete)
US-PU05: Accessibility Compliance
As a publisher,
I want to ensure all generated outputs meet accessibility standards,
So that content is usable by people with disabilities and meets legal requirements.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Automated accessibility validation against WCAG standards
- Support for alt text on all images and figures
- Proper semantic structure in all output formats
- Table of contents and navigation aids in all formats
- Support for screen readers with proper ARIA attributes in HTML
- Keyboard navigation support in interactive formats
- Accessibility compliance reporting with remediation suggestions
- Configurable accessibility level targets (A, AA, AAA)
US-PU06: Comprehensive Template System
As a publisher,
I want a complete template system for all aspects of book design,
So that I can maintain consistent branding across all publications.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Template components for all book elements (covers, chapter headers, body text, etc.)
- Theme-based design system with consistent typography, colors, and spacing
- Template inheritance for organizational hierarchies of publications
- Custom template creation and sharing
- Preview of templates applied to actual content
- Template versioning and change history
- Global template updates that can be applied across multiple publications
- Format-specific template adjustments
DevOps Stories
US-D01: Consistent Environment Setup
As a DevOps engineer,
I want automated environment setup and validation,
So that development and production environments are consistent.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Script automates installation of all required dependencies
- Validates environment compatibility before operations
- Clear error messages for missing or incompatible dependencies
- Handles different operating systems with appropriate instructions
- Documents troubleshooting steps for common setup issues
US-D02: Test Coverage
As a DevOps engineer,
I want comprehensive test coverage of all components,
So that changes can be safely deployed with confidence.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Unit tests cover all core functions
- Integration tests verify component interactions
- End-to-end tests validate full processing pipeline
- Property-based tests catch edge cases
- Test mocks allow testing without external dependencies
US-D03: Monitoring Integration
As a DevOps engineer,
I want monitoring integration for the production system,
So that performance and errors can be tracked over time.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Telemetry metrics are exposed in Prometheus-compatible format
- Critical errors trigger alerts
- Performance metrics track processing time by stage
- Resource usage (memory, CPU) is monitored
- Dashboard provides overview of system health and performance
Performance Stories
US-PF01: Parallel Processing
As a user of the system,
I want conversion processes to run in parallel when possible,
So that the overall build time is significantly reduced.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Format generation for different output types runs concurrently
- Asset processing (images, figures) executes in parallel batches
- System automatically determines optimal parallelization based on available resources
- Parallel execution doesn't compromise output quality or consistency
- Progress reporting accurately reflects parallel operations
US-PF02: Incremental Builds
As a frequent user,
I want to perform incremental builds that only process changed content,
So that I can quickly iterate on specific sections without rebuilding everything.
Acceptance Criteria:
- System detects which files have changed since last build
- Only changed content and affected dependencies are reprocessed
- Maintains a build cache for unchanged elements
- Clear indication of which components are being rebuilt vs. reused
- Option to force full rebuild when needed
US-PF03: Resource Optimization
As a system administrator,
I want the system to optimize resource usage during processing,
So that multiple builds can run concurrently without performance degradation.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Memory usage is constrained within configurable limits
- Temporary files are cleaned up promptly after use
- CPU-intensive operations are throttled based on system load
- External process invocations are managed to prevent overloading
- System gracefully degrades under high load rather than failing
US-PF04: Caching Strategy
As a developer,
I want an intelligent caching system for intermediate build artifacts,
So that repeated operations can be skipped when inputs haven't changed.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Implements content-based hashing to detect changes
- Caches intermediate results at multiple pipeline stages
- Cache invalidation occurs automatically when dependencies change
- Cache storage is configurable (memory, disk, shared)
- Provides metrics on cache hit/miss rates
US-PF05: Format-Specific Optimization
As a publisher,
I want optimized output for each format type,
So that file sizes are minimized while maintaining quality.
Acceptance Criteria:
- PDF files are optimized for size without quality loss
- Images are automatically resized and compressed appropriately for each format
- EPUB and MOBI files pass validation with optimized structure
- HTML output includes minification options
- Asset optimization level is configurable
Delighter Stories
US-D01: Preview Mode
As an author,
I want a real-time preview of my content as I edit it,
So that I can immediately see how changes affect the final output.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Live preview updates as source files are edited
- Multiple format previews available (PDF, EPUB, HTML)
- Preview includes accurate rendering of complex elements (math, figures, tables)
- Side-by-side view of source and preview available
- Preview mode has negligible impact on editing performance
US-D02: Smart Error Suggestions
As a content creator,
I want intelligent suggestions for fixing validation errors,
So that I can quickly resolve issues without extensive research.
Acceptance Criteria:
- System provides specific recommendations for fixing common errors
- Suggestions include examples of correct syntax or structure
- One-click application of suggested fixes where appropriate
- Links to relevant documentation for complex issues
- System learns from user corrections to improve future suggestions
US-D03: Content Analysis
As an author,
I want automated analysis of book content,
So that I can improve readability and consistency.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Provides readability metrics (reading level, complexity scores)
- Identifies inconsistent terminology or style
- Detects potential accessibility issues
- Suggests alternatives for complex language
- Generates visual reports of content metrics
US-D04: Collaborative Annotations
As a team member,
I want to collaboratively annotate content during review,
So that feedback and discussions are contextually relevant.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Multiple users can add annotations simultaneously
- Annotations support rich formatting and attachments
- Annotation threads support discussions and resolutions
- Changes can be tracked against specific annotations
- Annotations can be filtered, sorted, and exported
US-D05: Intelligent Template System
As a publisher,
I want an intelligent template system that adapts to content,
So that formatting is optimized for different types of books.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Template selection based on content analysis (textbook, fiction, manual, etc.)
- Automatic adjustments to layout based on content density
- Smart handling of special content (code blocks, equations, diagrams)
- Templates respect accessibility requirements
- Visual template customization interface
US-D06: Conversion Insights
As a system user,
I want detailed insights into the conversion process,
So that I can understand and optimize the workflow.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Visual representation of the entire conversion pipeline
- Time breakdown for each processing stage
- Identification of bottlenecks and optimization opportunities
- Comparison of current build with historical performance
- Recommendations for improving efficiency
US-D07: Multi-language Support
As an international author,
I want comprehensive multi-language support,
So that I can create content in any language.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Full Unicode support throughout the pipeline
- Right-to-left language rendering
- Language-specific typography rules
- Multi-language hyphenation and justification
- Intelligent handling of mixed-language content
US-D08: Smart Asset Management
As a content creator,
I want intelligent asset management,
So that my images and resources are optimally handled.
Acceptance Criteria:
- Automatic image format conversion when needed
- Smart handling of SVG files
- Proper image path resolution
- Automatic cover image processing
- Asset deduplication
These user stories have been updated to reflect the actual implementation details from our pseudocode, particularly focusing on the LaTeX-to-multiple-format conversion process and the WikiJS integration capabilities.