Technical Specification for a 3D Model Marketplace Website** 1. Project Goal** Develop a platform where 3D model designers can register, upload, and sell their work. Buyers will be able to browse, filter, and purchase models. 2. Technology Stack Frontend**: React.js or Next.js (use SSR/CSR depending on context) Backend**: Laravel (upgrade to the latest version, minimum Laravel 9) Database**: MySQL (if already in use) File Storage**: Local or via S3/Wasabi Authentication**: Laravel Sanctum or Passport * **Payments**: Stripe, PayPal (or local payment gateways if necessary) 3. Main Sections of the Website** 3.1. Home Page * Keyword search * Filters by category, file format, and price * Blocks: "Popular Models", "New", "Recommended" 3.2. Model Catalog** Model listing with pagination Filtering by: Category Format (.obj, .fbx, .stl, etc.) License * Price range Sorting options: by date, price, popularity 3.3. Model Detail Page * Title and description * Preview (image/video/viewer) * Technical specs (polygon count, textures, etc.) * Purchase button (for paid models) * Download button (for free models)
#### **3.4. Designer Dashboard**
* Registration / login * Add/edit models * Sales and downloads statistics * Balance and payout management * Profile and settings
3.5. Buyer Dashboard**
* Purchase history * Download purchased models * Profile and settings
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4. Admin Panel**
* User management * Model moderation (approve/reject) * Category, format, and license management * Financial reports * Site settings
5. Update & Migration**
* Upgrade Laravel 5 to the latest stable version (Laravel 11) * Migrate logic, migrations, models, and controllers with compatibility in mind * Convert existing HTML templates into React components (or Next.js Pages/App Router)
6. Additional Features**
* Support for large file uploads (chunked upload) * 3D viewer integration (e.g., Three.js) * Multilingual support (i18n) * SEO optimization (especially important with Next.js)
