# Roadmap

## Phase 0: Product foundation

- finalize terminology and target market
- define core rack and component schemas
- prepare UX wireframes for the editor
- prepare initial built-in component catalog

## Phase 1: MVP

- project creation
- rack editor for `10"` and `19"`
- drag-and-drop placement
- `U` grid and collision checks
- built-in catalog
- BOM export as `CSV`
- plugin pack import with `JSON` plus `SVG`
- simple cable estimation

## Phase 2: Public beta

- user accounts
- project persistence
- shareable project links
- improved BOM formatting
- printable rack reports
- better plugin management UI

## Phase 3: Professional planning

- 3D preview
- manufacturer packs
- advanced validation rules
- richer cable routing logic
- multi-rack projects
- PDF export packages

## Phase 4: Commercial maturity

- team workspaces
- access control
- audit log
- supplier and ERP exports
- private catalogs
- self-hosted deployment option

## Product recommendation

The strongest path is:

1. ship a narrow and useful browser editor first
2. prove demand with real planners and installers
3. expand catalogs, exports, and collaboration after usage feedback

The public internet goal is realistic, but only if V1 stays disciplined and does not start as a generalized CAD platform.
