Fix backend: add passlib/bcrypt, fix datetime timezone issues

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# Troubleshooting Decision Tree Application
## Project Overview
### Vision
A decision tree troubleshooting application designed for MSP engineers to transform diagnostic processes into clean, professional documentation automatically.
### Core Problem
MSP engineers like Michael face constant context switching between diverse technical issues (file shares, server outages, VPN failures, Active Directory problems). Each context switch:
- Takes 15-25 minutes to regain full focus
- Creates cognitive overhead and attention residue
- Contributes to burnout (research-backed)
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- Results in lost tribal knowledge
### Solution
An intelligent decision tree system that:
- Guides engineers through proven troubleshooting paths
- Captures decisions and notes automatically
- Generates professional ticket documentation
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- Reduces cognitive load during high-stress situations
### Success Criteria
**3-Month Goal:** Michael uses this tool for 50% of his tickets
**Key Metrics:**
- Time saved per ticket
- Documentation quality improvement
- Reduction in "what did I do?" moments
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- Reduction in repeated troubleshooting attempts
### Target Users
**Primary:** Senior Systems Engineers at MSPs managing Windows Server, Active Directory, Citrix, networking equipment
**Secondary:**
**Secondary:**
- Junior engineers needing guided troubleshooting
- Onsite technicians following remote engineer instructions
- MSP teams wanting standardized procedures
### Key Differentiators
1. **Automatic documentation generation** - No separate note-taking step
2. **On-the-fly customization** - Add custom branches when encountering edge cases
3. **Learning system** - Tracks common paths, suggests optimizations
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6. **Team collaboration** - Controlled authorship with shared access
### Potential Market
- 30,000+ MSPs in North America alone
- Average MSP has 15-50 technical staff
- Adjacent markets: Internal IT teams, DevOps, Technical Support
### Monetization Possibilities
- **Free Tier:** Personal use, limited trees
- **Pro Tier:** Team sharing, unlimited trees, analytics
- **Enterprise:** API access, SSO, custom branding, white-label
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- **Integrations:** Paid add-ons for ConnectWise, Kaseya, etc.
### Name Ideas (To Workshop)
- TroubleTree
- DecisionPath
- MSP Navigator
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- DiagPath
### Competitive Landscape
**Current Solutions:**
- Static runbooks/wiki pages (not interactive)
- Flowchart tools (not designed for real-time troubleshooting)
- Ticketing system templates (limited branching logic)
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Purpose-built for technical troubleshooting with automation integration and automatic documentation generation.
### Technology Philosophy
- **Web-first:** Accessible anywhere, no installation
- **Progressive enhancement:** Works offline, syncs when online
- **API-driven:** Backend separate from frontend for flexibility
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- **Open-source friendly:** Consider open-sourcing core, monetize integrations/hosting
### Project Status
**Current Phase:** Planning and Architecture
**Next Phase:** MVP Development (Weeks 1-3)
**Target MVP Date:** 3 weeks from project start