Requirements

1. Automated Backup Scheduling

   • The system should allow for automated backups at specified intervals (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.).

2. Easy Restoration

   • Users should be able to quickly and easily restore data from the backups, preferably with a one-click solution.

3. Selective Backup

   • The solution should allow users to select specific data sets or files for backup.

4. Centralized Management Dashboard

   • A unified dashboard where users (especially those managing multiple systems) can oversee all backups.

5. User Access Control & Role-based Permissions

   • Different levels of access and permissions to ensure that data integrity and security are maintained.

6. Large File Handling without Compression Loss

   • The system should handle the backup of large files while maintaining their original quality.

7. Auto-sync Feature

   • A feature that automatically syncs and backs up directories or specified data.

8. Guided Backup Process

   • For users who are not tech-savvy, a step-by-step guide to backing up data.

9. Efficient Deduplication Process

   • To ensure storage is used efficiently by avoiding duplicate backups of identical files.

10. Shareable Backup Links

    • Generation of secure links to backup datasets/files for sharing.

11. Version Control

    • The system should keep track of different versions of backed-up files, allowing users to revert if needed.

12. Bulk Backup

    • Allow users to backup large sets of data or entire directories at once.

13. Strong Encryption and Data Security

    • All backed-up data, especially sensitive information, should be encrypted and stored securely.

14. Remote Access Capability

    • Users should be able to access the backup solution from different locations or devices.

15. Integration with Other Platforms

    • E.g., Code repositories, blogging platforms, etc.

16. Rapid Data Recovery

    • Fast restore features for urgent data recovery needs.

17. Offline Backup Queuing

    • Allow backups to be initiated offline and processed once connectivity is available.

18. High-speed Data Uploads

    • Efficiently handle and quickly upload large files or data sets.

19. Documentation Clarity

    • The backup solution library should have clear and comprehensive documentation. This will enable developers like Aisha to integrate the library seamlessly.

20. Customization Options

    • The library should provide a variety of settings and configurations that developers can adjust, ensuring it fits various software’s unique requirements.

21. Test Environment

    • The backup solution should offer a sandbox or test mode. This helps developers to test the library’s functionalities without affecting real data.

22. Active Support Community

    • An active forum or community where developers can post questions, share experiences, and offer solutions. Quick response times are crucial.

23. Error Handling

    • The library should be designed with robust error handling and should provide descriptive error messages. This aids developers in diagnosing integration or functionality issues.

24. Compatibility

    • Ensure the core library is compatible with a range of programming languages and frameworks to cater to a diverse developer base.

25. Scalability

    • As software may grow and handle more data, the backup library should be scalable to accommodate increasing data without performance bottlenecks.