code.it Rack Planner

Web-based planning tool for 10" and 19" racks with a visual editor, component library, plugin system, bill of materials generation, and optional cable-length estimation.

The goal is to make rack planning available online for technicians, integrators, and planners who need a practical tool without having to use heavyweight CAD software for everyday layout work.

Core goals

• Visual planning interface for 10" and 19" racks
• Drag-and-drop placement and repositioning of components
• Extensible component system via plugins
• Automatic bill of materials generation
• Optional cable-length calculation based on installed positions
• Internet-ready architecture for multi-user access

Documentation

• Product concept
• MVP scope
• System architecture
• Data model
• Plugin specification
• Cable length calculation
• Roadmap

Product direction

The first release should optimize for speed, clarity, and usability:

• 2D rack planning before full 3D support
• structured component metadata before open CAD ingestion
• reliable BOM and validation before advanced collaboration features

This keeps the first public version realistic while leaving room for manufacturer catalogs, better exports, and richer cable planning later.