Epic 1: User Authentication & Authorization

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Epic 1: User Authentication & Authorization

Goal

Enable secure user registration, login/logout, and role-based access control for Admin and User accounts.

Description

Implement the authentication and authorization foundation for the Smart Event Booking System. This epic should support secure account creation, sign-in/sign-out, and differentiated access for Admin and User roles. It should be the prerequisite for any admin-only or user-only functionality.

Success Criteria

• Users can register an account
• Users can log in and log out securely
• Admin and User roles are distinguished
• Protected pages reject unauthorized access
• Authentication is stable and ready for future epics

Dependencies / Prerequisites

• Project setup is complete
• Database connection and schema support are available
• ASP.NET Identity or equivalent authentication infrastructure is configured
• Role/authorization strategy is agreed before implementation

Subissues

• Set up authentication infrastructure for Smart Event Booking
• Implement user registration
• Implement user login
• Implement secure logout
• Implement Admin and User roles
• Protect routes and pages with authentication and role checks
• Test authentication and authorization flows

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Suggested issue order

1. Set up authentication infrastructure for Smart Event Booking
2. Implement user registration
3. Implement user login
4. Implement secure logout
5. Implement Admin and User roles
6. Protect routes and pages with authentication and role checks
7. Test authentication and authorization flows