## Description Implement a comprehensive product search feature that allows users to find products quickly and efficiently by name and category. ## Acceptance Criteria ### Search by Name - [ ] Users can enter text in a search input field to search for products by name - [ ] Search should be case-insensitive - [ ] Search should support partial matches (e.g., searching 'Smart' finds 'SmartFeeder One') - [ ] Search results should update in real-time as the user types (with appropriate debouncing) - [ ] Display a 'No results found' message when search yields no matches ### Search by Category - [ ] Users can filter products by category/type (e.g., Feeders, Entertainment, Health Monitoring, Accessories) - [ ] Category filter should be easily accessible (dropdown, chips, or sidebar) - [ ] Multiple categories can be selected simultaneously (optional enhancement) - [ ] Category filter should work in combination with text search ### User Experience - [ ] Search input should have a clear/reset button to quickly clear the search - [ ] Search icon should be visible next to the input field - [ ] Loading state should be shown while search results are being fetched (if async) - [ ] Previous search query should persist when navigating back to the products page - [ ] Display count of search results (e.g., 'Found 5 products') ### Performance - [ ] Search should be performant with large product catalogs - [ ] Implement debouncing (250-300ms) to avoid excessive API calls - [ ] Consider client-side filtering for initial implementation if dataset is small ### Technical Implementation - [ ] Add search parameter to URL query string for shareable search links - [ ] API endpoint should support search and filter parameters - [ ] Implement proper error handling for failed search requests - [ ] Add appropriate ARIA labels for accessibility
Description
Implement a comprehensive product search feature that allows users to find products quickly and efficiently by name and category.
Acceptance Criteria
Search by Name
Search by Category
User Experience
Performance
Technical Implementation