"Please develop a comprehensive project plan and feature list for an e-commerce website dedicated to selling handwatches, with a core focus on integrating interactive 3D models for an enhanced user experience. The goal is to create a modern, immersive, and user-friendly platform that drives sales and showcases watch details effectively.
The plan should cover the following aspects in detail:
I. Core Website Objective & Unique Selling Proposition (USP):
* Clearly define the primary goal (e.g., online sales, brand building).
* Emphasize the USP: interactive 3D visualization of watches, allowing users to rotate, zoom, and potentially customize or see watches on a virtual wrist (AR if feasible).
II. Key Website Pages & Structure:
* Homepage:
* Hero section with a featured 3D watch model or promotional video.
* Sections for New Arrivals, Bestsellers, Featured Collections (e.g., Men's, Women's, Smartwatches, Luxury, Sports).
* Brand showcase (if multi-brand).
* Customer testimonials.
* Clear Call-to-Actions (CTAs) like "Shop Now" or "Explore Collections."
* Product Listing Page (PLP) / Collections Page:
* Grid and List view options.
* Advanced filtering: Price range, Brand, Strap Material (Leather, Metal, Silicone, etc.), Dial Color, Case Material, Movement Type (Quartz, Automatic), Features (Water Resistance, Chronograph, Date, Smart Features), Gender.
* Sorting options: Popularity, Newest, Price (Low to High, High to Low).
* Quick view option with a mini 3D preview if possible.
* Product Detail Page (PDP) - Crucial for 3D Integration:
* Interactive 3D Model Viewer:
* 360-degree rotation.
* Zoom in/out capabilities.
* Ability to view from multiple predefined angles.
* (Advanced) Option to change strap colors/materials or dial colors if variants exist, reflected in the 3D model.
* (Highly Advanced) Augmented Reality (AR) "Try-On" feature via smartphone camera.
* High-resolution product photography (multiple angles, on-wrist shots).
* Product videos (if available).
* Product Title, Brand, Price (MRP, Discounted Price, Savings).
* Detailed Product Description (story, design inspiration).
* Comprehensive Specifications List: Case Diameter, Case Thickness, Case Material, Strap Material, Strap Width, Lug-to-Lug Distance, Movement (e.g., Swiss Quartz, Japanese Automatic), Caliber (if applicable), Glass Type (e.g., Sapphire Crystal, Mineral Glass), Water Resistance (e.g., 5 ATM, 100 meters), Warranty Information, Special Features.
* Stock Availability (In Stock, Out of Stock, Pre-order).
* Quantity Selector.
* "Add to Cart" and "Buy Now" buttons.
* "Add to Wishlist" functionality.
* Social media sharing buttons.
* Customer Reviews and Ratings section.
* "Related Products" or "Customers Also Viewed" section.
* Shopping Cart Page:
* List of added items with thumbnails, names, quantity, unit price, total price.
* Ability to update quantity or remove items.
* Subtotal, estimated shipping, taxes, and grand total.
* Coupon/Discount code field.
* "Proceed to Checkout" and "Continue Shopping" buttons.
* Checkout Process (Multi-step or Single Page):
* Guest checkout and User Login/Registration options.
* Shipping Address form.
* Billing Address form (option to use shipping address).
* Shipping Method selection (Standard, Express, with costs).
* Payment Method selection (Credit/Debit Cards, Net Banking, UPI, Wallets, COD - if offered).
* Order Summary review.
* "Place Order" button.
* User Account Dashboard:
* Order History and Tracking.
* Manage Addresses.
* Wishlist.
* Profile Details (edit name, email, password).
* Newsletter preferences.
* Static Pages:
* About Us (Brand story, mission, values).
* Contact Us (Contact form, email, phone number, physical address if any, Google Maps integration).
* FAQ (Shipping, Returns, Payments, Product Care, 3D Viewer help).
* Legal Pages: Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, Shipping Policy, Return & Refund Policy.
III. Core Functionalities & Features:
* E-commerce Engine: Product management, inventory management, order processing, discount/coupon system.
* Secure Payment Gateway Integration: (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay).
* 3D Model Integration Framework: (Specify preferred libraries like Three.js, Babylon.js, or if a platform like Shopify with 3D support is intended).
* Responsive Design: Fully functional and visually appealing across desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.
* Website Search: Robust search functionality with auto-suggestions and filters.
* Wishlist Feature.
* Customer Reviews & Rating System.
* Email Notifications: Order confirmation, shipping updates, password resets, etc.
* Basic SEO Implementation: Meta tags, clean URLs, sitemap.
IV. Technical Considerations:
* 3D Model Creation & Optimization: Process for creating high-quality, low-polygon 3D models optimized for web performance. File formats (e.g., glTF, GLB).
* Choice of E-commerce Platform/Framework: (e.g., Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, or custom development with React/Vue.js frontend and Node.js/Python/PHP backend).
* Hosting Requirements: Reliable hosting capable of handling e-commerce traffic and potentially 3D asset delivery. CDN for faster loading.
* SSL Certificate: For secure transactions (HTTPS).
* Database Management.
* Website Performance & Loading Speed Optimization: Especially critical with 3D models.
* Shipping API Integration (Optional): For real-time shipping rates and label generation.
V. Design & User Experience (UX) Guidelines:
* Modern, clean, and premium aesthetic suitable for watches.
* Intuitive navigation and user flow.
* Emphasis on visual storytelling through 3D models and high-quality imagery.
* Easy and secure checkout process.
* Accessibility considerations (WCAG guidelines).
VI. Content Requirements:
* High-quality 3D models for each watch.
* Professional product photography and videography.
* Compelling product descriptions and detailed specifications.
* Content for static pages (About, Contact, FAQs, Policies).
* (Optional) Blog content related to watches, style, care, etc.
VII. Optional/Advanced Features (to consider for future phases):
* Watch Customizer (allowing users to build their watch from selectable parts).
* Loyalty Program.
* Live Chat Support.
* Integration with social media for shopping.
* Multi-language and multi-currency support.
Please provide the output as a structured document, detailing each section clearly. Outline the key steps involved in the development process, from planning and design to development, testing, and deployment. Include any assumptions made."