# Introduction

This document defines the user experience goals, information architecture, user flows, and visual design specifications for Directus Task Management Suite's user interface. It serves as the foundation for visual design and frontend development, ensuring a cohesive and user-centered experience.

## Overall UX Goals & Principles

### Target User Personas

**1. Primary Developer** - You, as the project owner managing multiple AI projects through both web interface and CLI tools. Needs efficient task management, AI agent integration, and seamless workflow between strategic planning and tactical execution.

**2. AI Agents** - Claude Code agents and BMad specialized agents requiring structured data access, clear context provision, and programmatic interfaces for task operations.

**3. Collaborative Team Members** - Future team members who will access the Directus web interface for task collaboration, requiring intuitive UI without deep technical knowledge.

**4. System Administrators** - Users managing the Directus instance, handling permissions, monitoring performance, and maintaining data integrity.

### Usability Goals

- **Efficiency of use:** Power users can create, update, and track tasks in under 30 seconds
- **AI-first interaction:** Natural language task creation available on every screen
- **Seamless integration:** One-click sync between Task Master CLI and web interface
- **Progressive complexity:** Simple interface for basic users, advanced features accessible but not intrusive
- **Real-time feedback:** All actions provide immediate visual confirmation and state updates

### Design Principles

1. **AI-Native Interface** - Every interaction should consider both human and AI agent users
2. **Context Preservation** - Maintain user's mental model across BMad strategic and Task Master tactical views
3. **Data Density with Clarity** - Show rich information without overwhelming, using progressive disclosure
4. **Workflow Automation** - Reduce repetitive actions through smart defaults and bulk operations
5. **Unified Experience** - Consistent patterns whether accessing via Directus admin, MCP tools, or future custom UI

### Change Log
| Date | Version | Description | Author |
|------|---------|-------------|--------|
| 2025-08-11 | 1.0 | Initial UI/UX specification created | UX Expert |
