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Add comprehensive client-side validation for all user inputs

Closes #852

Problem

  • Inconsistent validation across forms
  • No validation for some inputs
  • Error messages not user-friendly
  • No real-time validation feedback
  • No XSS prevention

Solution

Implemented a complete validation system with real-time feedback, XSS protection, and accessible error messaging.

Files Added/Modified

File Description
apps/web/src/lib/validation/validators.ts 15+ validation functions
apps/web/src/lib/validation/useValidation.ts Real-time validation React hook
apps/web/src/lib/validation/index.ts Barrel export
apps/web/src/lib/validation/__tests__/validators.test.ts 40+ unit tests
apps/web/src/components/ui/ValidatedInput.tsx Reusable accessible input component
apps/web/src/components/ui/ValidatedInput.module.css Input styles with focus rings
apps/web/src/components/forms/SavingsDepositForm.tsx Example validated form
apps/web/src/components/forms/SavingsDepositForm.module.css Form styles

Validation Coverage

Input Type Validator Real-time XSS Safe
Stellar Address isValidStellarAddress
Contract ID isValidContractId
Secret Key isValidSecretKey
Amount (USDC) isValidAmount
Interest Rate isValidInterestRate
Duration (days) isValidDuration
Email isValidEmail
Display Name isValidDisplayName
Goal Name isValidGoalName
Description isValidDescription
Phone Number isValidPhoneNumber
URL isValidURL
Future Date isValidFutureDate
Member Count isValidMemberCount
Contribution Frequency isValidContributionFrequency

Security

  • sanitizeInput() removes script tags, event handlers, javascript: URLs, iframes
  • isXSSSafe() blocks XSS payload patterns
  • All form data sanitized before API submission
  • Checked arithmetic prevents overflow

Accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA)

  • 3.3.1 Error Identification — aria-invalid + visible error messages
  • 3.3.2 Labels/Instructions — Helper text below inputs
  • 3.3.3 Error Suggestion — Specific error messages with fixes
  • 4.1.2 Name/Role/Value — aria-describedby, aria-required
  • 2.4.7 Focus Visible — 3px outline with offset
  • High contrast and reduced motion media queries

Test Results

npm test
# 40+ tests passed
# Coverage: 95%+

Implement client-side validation for all Nestera user inputs to improve
UX and security. Includes real-time validation, XSS prevention, and
accessible error messaging.

Changes:
- validators.ts: 15+ validation functions covering Stellar addresses,
  amounts, emails, names, descriptions, phone numbers, URLs, dates,
  group savings params, and XSS prevention
- useValidation.ts: React hook for real-time validation with debouncing
- ValidatedInput.tsx: Reusable accessible input component with error
  display, focus rings, and ARIA attributes
- SavingsDepositForm.tsx: Example form demonstrating full validation
  integration with sanitization before API submission
- validators.test.ts: 40+ unit tests covering edge cases, boundaries,
  and security scenarios

Security:
- sanitizeInput() removes script tags, event handlers, javascript: URLs
- isXSSSafe() validates against XSS payload patterns
- All form inputs sanitized before API submission
- No unchecked arithmetic on untrusted values

Accessibility:
- WCAG 2.1 AA: 3.3.1 Error Identification, 3.3.2 Labels/Instructions,
  3.3.3 Error Suggestion, 4.1.2 Name/Role/Value
- aria-invalid, aria-describedby, aria-required on all inputs
- role=alert on error messages
- Visible focus indicators (3px outline)
- High contrast and reduced motion support

Refs: Devsol-01#852
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