Enhance Tasting Notes: Descriptions & Icons

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As an administrator, the goal is to enrich existing tasting notes with French descriptions and visual icons to elevate the user experience. This article outlines the process, acceptance criteria, and technical specifications for achieving this enhancement.

Acceptance Criteria

To ensure the successful enrichment of tasting notes, the following criteria must be met:

  • Unique Slug: Each note must possess a unique slug (e.g., agrumes, chocolat-noir).
  • Detailed French Description: Each note requires a detailed description in French to provide users with comprehensive information. For example, Agrumes: "Notes d'agrumes vives et acidulĂ©es rappelant le citron, l'orange...", Chocolat Noir: "Notes prononcĂ©es de chocolat noir intense...", and Miel: "Saveur douce et naturelle de miel..."
  • Associated SVG Icon: Each note should have an associated SVG icon to provide a visual representation, making the experience more engaging and intuitive.
  • Comprehensive Enrichment: All 30 existing notes must be enriched with descriptions and icons to ensure a consistent and complete user experience.
  • Icon Storage: The icons must be stored in the /public/icons/notes/ directory to maintain a structured and organized file system.

Detailed French Descriptions: Enhancing User Understanding

Providing detailed French descriptions for each tasting note is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, it caters specifically to French-speaking users, ensuring they can fully understand and appreciate the nuances of each flavor profile. These descriptions go beyond simple labels, offering a richer and more evocative understanding of the tasting experience. For example, instead of simply stating "Citrus," the description elaborates on the specific types of citrus notes present, such as lemon, orange, or grapefruit, and their associated characteristics like "vives et acidulées" (bright and tangy). Secondly, detailed descriptions enhance the overall user engagement with the platform. By providing more information, users can delve deeper into the world of tasting notes, learning about the subtleties and complexities of different flavors. This can lead to a more immersive and educational experience, encouraging users to explore and experiment with different flavor combinations. Moreover, the use of the French language adds a layer of authenticity and sophistication to the tasting notes. It acknowledges the rich culinary traditions of France and elevates the overall perception of the platform as a reliable and knowledgeable resource. In essence, the detailed French descriptions transform the tasting notes from simple labels into comprehensive and engaging narratives, enriching the user's understanding and appreciation of each flavor profile.

Visual Icons: Enhancing User Experience and Engagement

The inclusion of visual icons for each tasting note is a strategic decision aimed at enhancing both user experience and engagement. In today's visually driven world, icons serve as powerful tools for communication, instantly conveying meaning and capturing attention. By associating each tasting note with a corresponding SVG icon, we create a more intuitive and visually appealing interface that resonates with users. Icons provide a quick and easy way for users to identify and differentiate between various tasting notes. Instead of relying solely on text, users can scan the interface and quickly locate the flavors they are interested in. This is particularly beneficial for users who may be new to tasting notes or who prefer a more visual approach to information processing. Furthermore, icons add a layer of visual interest and engagement to the platform. They break up the monotony of text and create a more dynamic and interactive environment. This can help to capture users' attention and encourage them to explore the platform further. The use of SVG icons ensures that the visuals are crisp and clear, regardless of the screen size or resolution. SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) is a vector-based image format that allows for seamless scaling without any loss of quality. This is crucial for maintaining a consistent and professional look across all devices. Moreover, the use of icons contributes to a more consistent and unified brand identity. By carefully selecting and designing icons that align with the overall aesthetic of the platform, we can reinforce our brand message and create a more memorable and recognizable experience for our users. In summary, the addition of visual icons is a strategic investment that enhances user experience, increases engagement, and strengthens brand identity. They transform the tasting notes from simple text labels into visually appealing and easily recognizable elements, making the platform more accessible and enjoyable for all users.

Technical Specifications

To implement the enrichment of tasting notes, the following technical specifications must be followed:

ALTER TABLE notes
ADD COLUMN slug VARCHAR(100) UNIQUE,
ADD COLUMN description TEXT,
ADD COLUMN icon_url VARCHAR(500),
ADD COLUMN display_order INTEGER,
ADD COLUMN is_active BOOLEAN DEFAULT TRUE;

UPDATE notes SET
    slug = LOWER(REPLACE(name, ' ', '-')),
    display_order = id,
    is_active = TRUE;
  • Database Changes: The notes table will be altered to include new columns for slug, description, icon_url, display_order, and is_active. This will provide the necessary structure to store the enriched data.
  • Slug Generation: The slug column will be populated by converting the note name to lowercase and replacing spaces with hyphens. This ensures a unique and URL-friendly identifier for each note.
  • Display Order: The display_order column will be set to the existing id of the note, maintaining the current order. This allows for easy control over the display sequence of the notes.
  • Active Status: The is_active column will be set to TRUE by default, indicating that the note is active and visible to users.

These database changes are crucial for accommodating the new data and ensuring the proper functioning of the enriched tasting notes.

Implementation Steps

  1. Migration Flyway: Write and apply a Flyway migration to implement the database schema changes. This ensures that the database structure is updated in a controlled and versioned manner.
  2. Description Addition: Add 30 descriptions in French to the description column of the notes table. This involves carefully crafting detailed and engaging descriptions for each tasting note.
  3. Icon Integration: Create and integrate 30 SVG icons, storing them in the /public/icons/notes/ directory and updating the icon_url column in the notes table. This requires designing visually appealing and representative icons for each flavor profile.
  4. API Endpoint Update: Update the API endpoint to include the new fields (slug, description, icon_url, display_order, is_active) in the response. This ensures that the enriched data is accessible to the frontend application.

DoD (Definition of Done)

The Definition of Done (DoD) ensures that all necessary steps are completed and the enrichment process is successful:

  • [ ] Migration Flyway Ă©crite et appliquĂ©e
  • [ ] 30 descriptions ajoutĂ©es en français
  • [ ] 30 icĂ´nes SVG crĂ©Ă©es et intĂ©grĂ©es
  • [ ] Endpoint API mis Ă  jour

By adhering to these criteria and specifications, we can effectively enrich the tasting notes, providing users with a more engaging, informative, and visually appealing experience. This enhancement will contribute to a more robust and user-friendly platform.

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