Feature Universe

StackLab is intentionally broad, but it should not feel random. Its feature universe is organized into a small number of coherent families.

Learning Features

• concept overviews
• glossary pages
• quick summaries
• role-based learning paths
• related-topic linking

Simulation Features

• timeline playback
• event inspection
• request flow visualization
• failure toggles
• load controls
• state snapshots

Comparison Features

• side-by-side pattern comparison
• tradeoff matrices
• stack comparisons
• cost and complexity views
• latency, reliability, and consistency views

Scenario Features

• applied product cases
• business constraints
• scale assumptions
• common failure cases
• architecture decision paths

Build Features

• template selection guidance
• stack-specific starter templates
• architecture rationale
• production readiness criteria
• safe extension notes

Contribution Features

• contributor docs
• AI contribution policy
• module authoring standards
• maintainability rules
• recognition and ownership guidance