Specifoj

Specifoj (singular specifo) are detailed requirements, characteristics, or conditions that define a product, system, service, or project. They describe what must be built, how it should perform, and under which constraints it must operate. By providing a precise description of needs, specifoj create a shared basis for design, development, testing, and procurement.

Specifoj are typically organized into categories such as functional specifications, technical specifications, and performance specifications. Functional specifications describe expected behavior and features; technical specifications document implementation details, interfaces, standards, and data formats; and performance specifications set measurable criteria for speed, capacity, reliability, and quality. In practice, these categories may overlap and be tailored to the project.

Creation and management: Specifoj are usually drafted early in a project, validated with stakeholders, and maintained through versioning and change control. They enable traceability from user needs and contracts to verification tests and acceptance criteria. Specifoj also support bidding and procurement by providing objective criteria for supplier evaluation.

Usage in Esperanto contexts: The term is common in engineering, software development, construction, and product design. Phrases such as funkciaj specifoj (functional specifications) and teknikaj specifoj (technical specifications) are used to specify expectations. The concept emphasizes clarity, testability, and alignment among clients, developers, testers, and suppliers.