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# Feature Development Plan: User Authentication System

## **1. Planning Phase**
- **Objective**: Implement a secure user authentication system for a SaaS platform.
- **Key Features**: Email/password login, OAuth integration, password recovery, and role-based access control.
- **Data Requirements**: User profiles, session tokens, and audit logs.

## **2. Development Steps**
- **Backend Setup**:
  - Configure database schema for user data.
  - Implement API endpoints for authentication.
- **Frontend Integration**:
  - Design login/signup forms with validation.
  - Connect frontend to backend APIs.
- **Security Measures**:
  - Encrypt passwords using bcrypt.
  - Implement rate limiting for login attempts.

## **3. Testing & Deployment**
- **Unit Testing**: Test individual functions for correctness.
- **Integration Testing**: Verify API and database interactions.
- **Security Testing**: Conduct penetration testing for vulnerabilities.
- **Deployment**: Deploy to staging environment for final review.