Set up the development environment:
o Set up a local development server to run the Flask application. Install Python,
Flask, MySQL, and other necessary dependencies.
Design the user interface:
o Create wireframes or mockups for the web interface.
o Implement the user interface using HTML, CSS, and Flask templates.
Define the database structure:
o Identify the necessary tables and relationships (e.g., recipes, ingredients,
nutritional information).
o Create the necessary database schema using MySQL.
Implement user input functionality:
o Create the input fields for preferred ingredients, cuisine, and dietary restrictions
in the web interface.
o Implement the backend logic to capture and process user inputs.
Develop the recipe generation algorithm:
o Design and implement the algorithm to generate recipes based on user
preferences.
o Consider factors such as ingredient availability, cuisine compatibility, and dietary
restrictions.
Integrate the recipe data:
o Set up database connectivity in the Flask application.
o Implement the necessary data models and CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete)
operations for recipes, ingredients, and nutritional information.
Generate recipe display:
o Develop the logic to fetch and display the generated recipe on the web interface.
o Ensure that the recipe includes a list of ingredients, step-by-step instructions,
and nutritional information.
Test and debug:
o Perform unit testing to ensure the correctness of the implemented
functionalities.
o Conduct manual testing of the web application to identify and fix any bugs or
issues.
Deploy the MVP:
o Deploy the Flask application to a hosting platform or server.
o Ensure that the deployed application is accessible and functional.
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Implement version control:
o Set up a Git repository to manage the source code.
o Create branches for feature development and follow a branching strategy.
Implement infrastructure as code (IaC):
o Define the necessary infrastructure components (e.g., servers, databases) using
infrastructure as code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
o Automate the provisioning and configuration of the required infrastructure.
Configure continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD):
o Set up a CI/CD pipeline to automate the build, testing, and deployment
processes.
o Configure automated testing and deployment steps.
Monitor application performance:
o Set up monitoring tools to track the performance and health of the deployed
application.
o Configure alerts and notifications for critical issues.