Description

### Front-end Level Expectations:

#### 1. **User Authentication:**
   - Implement a secure login page using Outlook authentication.
   - Role-based access control to ensure different permissions for regular employees and administrators.

#### 2. **Time Entry Interface:**
   - Create an intuitive interface for employees to enter the time spent on specific tasks for different projects.
   - Provide options for task details, project selection, and date/time tracking.
   - Ensure the form is responsive across various screen sizes.

#### 3. **Calendar Integration:**
   - Sync and display Outlook calendar events for users.
   - Allow users to view and manage their schedule within the application.

#### 4. **Role-Based Access:**
   - Implement role-based access control, restricting certain features and information based on user roles.
   - Admin access should include the ability to view reports and summaries for all users.

#### 5. **User Dashboard:**
   - Design a dashboard for users to have a quick overview of their entered time, upcoming tasks, and synced calendar events.
   - Include visualizations for better insights into time distribution.

#### 6. **Reports and Summaries:**
   - Develop screens to generate and display summary reports based on time entries.
   - Include graphical representations for a quick understanding of data trends.

#### 7. **Responsive Design:**
   - Ensure the application is responsive and provides a seamless experience across various devices and screen sizes.

#### 8. **Intuitive Navigation:**
   - Design an easy-to-navigate layout with a logical flow between different screens and functionalities.
   - Use clear and concise labels for buttons and sections.

#### 9. **Feedback Mechanism:**
   - Implement feedback mechanisms for users to report issues, suggest improvements, or seek assistance.

### Backend Level Expectations:

#### 1. **Database Architecture:**
   - Design a robust database schema to store user information, project details, time entries, and calendar events.
   - Ensure data integrity and normalization.

#### 2. **API Development:**
   - Create RESTful APIs to facilitate communication between the frontend and backend.
   - Implement endpoints for user authentication, time entry submission, calendar synchronization, and report generation.

#### 3. **Microservices Architecture:**
   - Consider a microservices architecture for scalability and modularity.
   - Identify key components that can be developed and deployed independently.

#### 4. **Security Measures:**
   - Implement security measures such as encryption for sensitive data, input validation, and protection against common web vulnerabilities.

#### 5. **Logging and Monitoring:**
   - Set up logging mechanisms to track system activities and errors.
   - Implement monitoring tools to ensure the system's health and performance.

### Communication Level Expectations:

#### 1. **Regular Team Meetings:**
   - Schedule regular meetings (5 days a week) for discussing requirements, addressing queries, and resolving challenges.
   - Maintain open communication channels for effective collaboration.

#### 2. **Documentation:**
   - Maintain detailed documentation for the system architecture, API specifications, and any custom implementations.
   - Share progress reports and updates regularly.

#### 3. **Agile Development:**
   - Follow an agile development approach with iterative releases.
   - Adapt to changes in requirements and incorporate feedback from stakeholders.

#### 4. **Issue Tracking:**
   - Utilize an issue tracking system to log and prioritize tasks, bugs, and feature requests.
   - Ensure prompt resolution of critical issues.

#### 5. **Scalability Planning:**
   - Discuss and plan for future scalability needs.
   - Consider potential changes in user base and data volume.