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Home Lab Dashboard - Product Requirements Document (PRD)

Executive Summary

The Home Lab Dashboard is a Vue 3-based Single Page Application (SPA) designed to provide comprehensive introspection and monitoring of a home lab infrastructure at a glance. The dashboard serves as a central command center for observing system health, service status, resource utilization, and operational metrics across the entire home lab ecosystem.

Core Value Proposition: Deliver instant visibility into home lab operations through a clean, modern interface that transforms complex infrastructure data into actionable insights.

Product Vision

Vision Statement: "A unified dashboard that transforms home lab complexity into clarity, enabling operators to understand, monitor, and manage their infrastructure through elegant data visualization and real-time insights."

Mission: Provide home lab operators with immediate situational awareness of their infrastructure through intuitive data presentation, reducing time-to-insight from minutes to seconds.

Product Overview
User Personas & Use Cases
Functional Requirements
Technical Architecture
User Interface Design
Data Requirements
Performance Requirements
Security Requirements
Implementation Roadmap

Product Overview

Problem Statement

Home lab operators face several challenges:

Information Scatter: Critical metrics are spread across multiple tools and interfaces - solution: use netdata already part of the project not implemented
Context Switching: Constant jumping between different monitoring solutions
Alert Fatigue: Too many notifications without proper context or prioritization
Lack of Holistic View: Difficulty understanding system interdependencies
Response Delay: Slow access to critical information during incidents

Solution Overview

The Home Lab Dashboard addresses these challenges by providing:

Unified Data Presentation: All critical metrics in a single interface
Real-time Monitoring: Live updates without manual refresh
Contextual Information: Related data grouped logically
Priority-based Alerts: Intelligent notification system
Quick Action Access: Direct links to detailed tools when needed

Key Success Metrics

Time to Information: < 3 seconds to load critical system status
User Engagement: 95% of daily monitoring tasks completed within dashboard
Alert Accuracy: < 5% false positive rate for critical alerts
Performance: Dashboard loads in < 2 seconds on typical home network
Uptime: 99.9% availability during normal operations

User Personas & Use Cases

Primary Persona: The Home Lab Operator

Profile:

Technical background with system administration experience
Manages 5-20 services across 2-5 physical machines
Values efficiency and quick problem resolution
Prefers clean, information-dense interfaces
Uses dashboard multiple times daily for routine checks

Primary Use Cases:

UC-1: Daily Health Check

Goal: Quickly assess overall system health Frequency: 2-3 times daily Scenario: Operator opens dashboard to verify all services are running normally Success Criteria: Complete system status visible within 3 seconds

UC-2: Incident Response

Goal: Rapidly identify and assess system issues Frequency: Ad-hoc (when alerts trigger) Scenario: Operator receives alert and needs immediate context Success Criteria: Problem source and impact clearly identified within 10 seconds

UC-3: Capacity Planning

Goal: Monitor resource utilization trends Frequency: Weekly Scenario: Operator reviews resource usage to plan upgrades Success Criteria: Historical and current resource data easily accessible

UC-4: Service Management

Goal: Monitor specific service health and performance Frequency: Daily Scenario: Operator checks critical services (NAS, reverse proxy, etc.) Success Criteria: Service-specific metrics clearly presented

Functional Requirements

F-1: Authentication & Access Control

F-1.1: User Authentication

Requirement: Secure login system with session management
Implementation: Simple username/password authentication
Validation: Session timeout after 24 hours of inactivity
Security: Password hashing, CSRF protection, secure cookies

F-1.2: Single Session Management

Requirement: Prevent multiple concurrent sessions
Implementation: Token-based session invalidation
Behavior: New login invalidates previous sessions

F-2.1: Two-Page Architecture

Page 1: Login page with centered login component
Page 2: Dashboard page with header, aside, and main sections
Navigation: SPA routing between pages
State: Preserve application state during navigation

F-2.2: Responsive Layout Structure

┌─────────────────────────────────────┐
│              Header                 │
├─────────┬───────────────────────────┤
│         │                           │
│  Aside  │          Main             │
│         │        Content            │
│ (Menu)  │        (Widgets)          │
│         │                           │
└─────────┴───────────────────────────┘

F-3: Core Dashboard Components

Purpose: High-level system health status
Metrics: Overall health score, critical alerts count, services running
Visual: Status indicators (green/yellow/red) with summary numbers
Update Frequency: Real-time (< 30 seconds)

Purpose: Physical host and VM status
Metrics: CPU, RAM, disk usage per host
Visual: Progress bars or gauges with percentage values
Drill-down: Click to view detailed host information

F-3.3: Service Health Matrix

Purpose: Status of all monitored services
Display: Grid layout with service names and status indicators
Information: Service name, status, uptime, last check time
Interaction: Click service for detailed metrics

Purpose: Network connectivity and performance
Metrics: Internet connectivity, internal network status, bandwidth usage
Visual: Connection status icons with performance indicators
Alerts: Network outage or degraded performance warnings

Purpose: Storage capacity and health across all systems
Metrics: Used/available space, RAID status, backup status
Visual: Capacity bars with health indicators
Critical Alerts: Storage approaching capacity (>80% full)

F-3.6: Recent Events Feed

Purpose: Chronological list of system events
Content: Service starts/stops, alerts, configuration changes
Display: Time-ordered list with event type icons
Retention: Last 50 events or 24 hours, whichever is more

F-3.7: Quick Actions Panel

Purpose: Common administrative tasks
Actions: Restart services, view logs, access admin interfaces
Implementation: Direct links or API calls where possible
Security: Role-based action availability

F-4: Data Management & State

F-4.1: Centralized Store Architecture

Implementation: Pinia store as single source of truth
Pattern: All components receive data via props
Communication: Components emit events to store
State Management: Store handles all business logic and API calls

F-4.2: Real-time Data Updates

Mechanism: WebSocket or Server-Sent Events
Frequency: Configurable (default 30 seconds)
Efficiency: Only updated data transmitted
Fallback: Polling mechanism if real-time unavailable

F-4.3: Data Persistence

Client-side: Store critical state in localStorage
Recovery: Restore state on page reload
Expiration: Clear stale data after 24 hours
Privacy: No sensitive data in local storage

Technical Architecture

Technology Stack

Frontend Framework

Vue 3.5.13: Latest stable version with Composition API and <script setup> syntax
TypeScript 5.8: Full type safety throughout application with strict mode
Vite 6.2.4: Next-generation build tool for fast development and optimized production builds
Pinia 3.0.1: Official Vue state management library with TypeScript support
Vue Router 4: Client-side routing for SPA navigation with route guards

Styling & Design System

Tailwind CSS v4 (Latest): Modern utility-first CSS framework with new engine
- @tailwindcss/vite: Dedicated Vite plugin for optimized integration
- CSS-first Configuration: Using @theme directive for design tokens
- No Config File: Streamlined setup without separate tailwind.config.js
- Built-in Import Support: Native @import handling without PostCSS plugins
- Improved Performance: Faster builds and better dev experience
Component Design System: Custom component library built on Tailwind utilities
Responsive Design: Mobile-first approach with desktop optimization
Modern Color System: Using oklch() color space for better color consistency

Development Tools & Quality

ESLint 9.22: Code linting with Vue 3 and TypeScript rules
Prettier 3.5.3: Consistent code formatting across the project
Vitest 3.1.1: Fast unit testing framework with Vue Test Utils
Vue DevTools: Development debugging and inspection
Oxlint 0.16: Fast linting for additional code quality checks
TypeScript Strict Mode: Comprehensive type checking and safety

Application Architecture

Implemented Component Hierarchy

App.vue (Router outlet with auth initialization)
├── LoginView.vue (Route: /)
│   └── LoginForm.vue (Reactive form with validation)
└── DashboardView.vue (Route: /dashboard)
    └── DashboardLayout.vue
        ├── DashboardHeader.vue (User info, logout, refresh)
        ├── DashboardSidebar.vue (Navigation, quick links)
        └── Main Content Area
            ├── SystemCard.vue (System info overview)
            ├── ServiceStatusCard.vue (Service health summary)
            ├── UptimeCard.vue (System uptime display)
            ├── LoadAverageCard.vue (CPU load metrics)
            ├── ServicesTable.vue (Detailed service status)
            ├── QuickActions.vue (Action buttons grid)
            ├── ErrorAlert.vue (Error message display)
            └── LoadingSpinner.vue (Loading indicator)

Store Architecture (Pinia)

// Implemented Store Modules
├── authStore.ts         // Authentication state, login/logout actions
│   ├── State: user, isAuthenticated, isLoading, error
│   ├── Getters: currentUser, isLoggedIn
│   └── Actions: login(), logout(), initializeAuth()
│
├── dashboardStore.ts    // System metrics and service status
│   ├── State: systemInfo, services, isLoading, error, lastUpdated
│   ├── Getters: runningServices, stoppedServices, errorServices, 
│   │            memoryUsagePercent, diskUsagePercent
│   └── Actions: fetchSystemInfo(), fetchServices(), refreshData()
│
└── Future Modules:
    ├── networkStore.ts   // Network metrics and connectivity
    ├── storageStore.ts   // Storage capacity and health
    ├── eventsStore.ts    // Event feed and notifications
    └── configStore.ts    // User preferences and settings

Component Communication Pattern

┌─────────────┐    Props    ┌─────────────┐
│   Pinia     │ ──────────> │ Component   │
│   Store     │             │             │
│             │ <────────── │             │
└─────────────┘   Emits     └─────────────┘
       │
       │ API Calls (Future)
       ▼
┌─────────────┐
│   Backend   │  ← Netdata Integration
│   APIs      │  ← System APIs  
└─────────────┘  ← Service Discovery

Data Flow Architecture

Current Implementation

Mock Data: Demo system info and service status for development
Local Storage: Authentication state persistence
Reactive State: Real-time UI updates via Pinia stores
Route Guards: Authentication-based navigation protection

Planned API Integration Strategy

Netdata API: Primary data source for system metrics (port 19999)
System APIs: Direct integration with home lab services
WebSocket/SSE: Real-time updates for dynamic metrics (future)
Service Discovery: Automatic detection of running services
Caching Strategy: Browser and application-level caching

State Management Pattern

// Implemented Store Pattern (authStore example)
export const useAuthStore = defineStore('auth', () => {
  // State (reactive refs)
  const user = ref<User | null>(null)
  const isAuthenticated = ref<boolean>(false)
  const isLoading = ref<boolean>(false)
  const error = ref<string | null>(null)

  // Getters (computed properties)
  const currentUser = computed(() => user.value)
  const isLoggedIn = computed(() => isAuthenticated.value && user.value !== null)

  // Actions (methods)
  const login = async (username: string, password: string) => {
    isLoading.value = true
    error.value = null
    
    try {
      // Authentication logic with error handling
      const result = await authenticateUser(username, password)
      if (result.success) {
        user.value = result.user
        isAuthenticated.value = true
        localStorage.setItem('isAuthenticated', 'true')
        localStorage.setItem('user', JSON.stringify(user.value))
      }
      return result
    } catch (err) {
      error.value = err.message
      return { success: false, error: error.value }
    } finally {
      isLoading.value = false
    }
  }

  const logout = () => {
    user.value = null
    isAuthenticated.value = false
    error.value = null
    localStorage.removeItem('isAuthenticated')
    localStorage.removeItem('user')
  }

  return {
    // Readonly state exposure
    user: readonly(user),
    isAuthenticated: readonly(isAuthenticated),
    isLoading: readonly(isLoading),
    error: readonly(error),
    
    // Computed getters
    currentUser,
    isLoggedIn,
    
    // Actions
    login,
    logout,
    initializeAuth,
    clearError
  }
})

Build & Deployment Configuration

Vite Configuration

// vite.config.ts - Optimized for Tailwind CSS v4
import { defineConfig } from 'vite'
import vue from '@vitejs/plugin-vue'
import vueDevTools from 'vite-plugin-vue-devtools'
import tailwindcss from '@tailwindcss/vite'

export default defineConfig({
  plugins: [
    vue(),
    vueDevTools(),
    tailwindcss(), // New Tailwind CSS v4 Vite plugin
  ],
  resolve: {
    alias: {
      '@': fileURLToPath(new URL('./src', import.meta.url))
    },
  },
})

Tailwind CSS v4 Integration

/* src/assets/main.css - New v4 syntax */
@import "tailwindcss";

#app {
  height: 100vh;
}

/* Future: Custom design tokens with @theme directive */
/*
@theme {
  --color-homelab-primary: oklch(0.5 0.2 250);
  --color-homelab-secondary: oklch(0.7 0.15 180);
  --font-display: "Inter", sans-serif;
}
*/

User Interface Design

Design Principles

Clarity Over Complexity

Information Hierarchy: Most critical data prominently displayed
Visual Hierarchy: Size, color, and position indicate importance
Reduced Cognitive Load: Group related information together
Progressive Disclosure: Summary first, details on demand

Consistency & Standards

Component Library: Reusable UI components with consistent styling
Color System: Semantic colors for status indication
Typography: Clear typography hierarchy
Spacing: Consistent spacing system using Tailwind utilities

Performance & Accessibility

Fast Rendering: Optimized for quick loading and updates
Keyboard Navigation: Full keyboard accessibility
Screen Reader Support: Proper ARIA labels and semantic HTML
Color Contrast: WCAG 2.1 AA compliance

Page Layouts

<template>
  <div class="min-h-screen flex items-center justify-center bg-gray-50">
    <div class="max-w-md w-full space-y-8">
      <!-- Logo/Title -->
      <div class="text-center">
        <h2 class="text-3xl font-bold text-gray-900">
          Home Lab Dashboard
        </h2>
        <p class="text-gray-600 mt-2">
          Monitor your infrastructure at a glance
        </p>
      </div>
      
      <!-- Login Component -->
      <LoginComponent @login="handleLogin" :loading="isLoading" />
    </div>
  </div>
</template>

Dashboard Page

<template>
  <div class="min-h-screen bg-gray-100">
    <!-- Header -->
    <HeaderComponent 
      :user="currentUser" 
      @logout="handleLogout"
      @refresh="handleRefresh"
    />
    
    <div class="flex">
      <!-- Sidebar -->
      <AsideComponent 
        :active-section="activeSection"
        @section-change="handleSectionChange"
      />
      
      <!-- Main Content -->
      <MainComponent class="flex-1">
        <!-- Widget Grid -->
        <div class="grid grid-cols-1 md:grid-cols-2 lg:grid-cols-3 gap-6 p-6">
          <!-- System Overview -->
          <SystemOverviewWidget 
            :system-health="systemHealth"
            :loading="systemLoading"
            class="col-span-1 md:col-span-2 lg:col-span-1"
          />
          
          <!-- Infrastructure Status -->
          <InfrastructureStatusWidget
            :hosts="infrastructure"
            :loading="infraLoading"
            class="col-span-1 md:col-span-2 lg:col-span-2"
          />
          
          <!-- Service Health Matrix -->
          <ServiceHealthMatrix
            :services="services"
            :loading="servicesLoading"
            @service-click="handleServiceClick"
            class="col-span-1 md:col-span-2 lg:col-span-3"
          />
          
          <!-- Additional widgets... -->
        </div>
      </MainComponent>
    </div>
  </div>
</template>

┌─────────────────────────────────────┐
│ 🟢 System Health              GOOD  │
├─────────────────────────────────────┤
│ Services Running         24/25      │
│ Critical Alerts             0       │
│ Last Update           2 min ago     │
│                                     │
│ ┌─────────┐ ┌─────────┐ ┌─────────┐ │
│ │CPU 45%  │ │RAM 67%  │ │Net ✓    │ │
│ └─────────┘ └─────────┘ └─────────┘ │
└─────────────────────────────────────┘

Service Health Matrix

┌─────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Service Health Matrix               │
├─────────────────────────────────────┤
│ 🟢 nginx-proxy      ⏱ 25d 14h      │
│ 🟢 homeassistant    ⏱ 12d 6h       │
│ 🟡 jellyfin         ⏱ 2h 15m       │
│ 🔴 grafana          ❌ Down         │
│ 🟢 pihole           ⏱ 45d 3h       │
│ 🟢 nextcloud        ⏱ 8d 11h       │
│                                     │
│ [View All Services]                 │
└─────────────────────────────────────┘

Color System

Status Colors

Green (#10B981): Healthy, operational, success
Yellow (#F59E0B): Warning, degraded performance, attention needed
Red (#EF4444): Critical, error, down, immediate action required
Blue (#3B82F6): Information, in progress, neutral status
Gray (#6B7280): Unknown, disabled, inactive

Interface Colors

Background: Gray-50 to Gray-100 gradient
Cards: White with subtle shadow
Text: Gray-900 (primary), Gray-600 (secondary)
Borders: Gray-200 for subtle separation
Accents: Blue-600 for interactive elements

Data Requirements

Data Sources & APIs

System Metrics API

interface SystemHealth {
  status: 'healthy' | 'degraded' | 'critical'
  uptime: number // seconds
  lastUpdate: Date
  cpu: ResourceUsage
  memory: ResourceUsage
  disk: ResourceUsage
  network: NetworkStatus
}

interface ResourceUsage {
  used: number
  total: number
  percentage: number
  trend: 'increasing' | 'stable' | 'decreasing'
}

Service Status API

interface ServiceStatus {
  id: string
  name: string
  status: 'running' | 'stopped' | 'error' | 'unknown'
  uptime: number
  lastCheck: Date
  healthCheck: HealthCheck
  metrics: ServiceMetrics
}

interface HealthCheck {
  url?: string
  status: number
  responseTime: number
  message?: string
}

Infrastructure Data

interface Host {
  id: string
  name: string
  type: 'physical' | 'vm' | 'container'
  status: 'online' | 'offline' | 'maintenance'
  resources: ResourceUsage
  services: string[] // Service IDs running on this host
  lastSeen: Date
}

Data Update Strategies

Real-time Updates

High Frequency (10-30s): System health, service status
Medium Frequency (1-5min): Resource usage, network status
Low Frequency (5-15min): Storage status, event logs
On-demand: Detailed service information, logs

Caching Strategy

Browser Cache: Static resources (6 hours)
Application Cache: API responses (30 seconds to 5 minutes)
Local Storage: User preferences, dashboard layout
Memory Cache: Frequently accessed computed values

Error Handling & Resilience

API Error Scenarios

Network Timeout: Retry with exponential backoff
Service Unavailable: Show cached data with staleness indicator
Authentication Failure: Redirect to login page
Data Corruption: Validate and sanitize all incoming data

Graceful Degradation

Partial Data: Show available information, indicate missing data
Real-time Failure: Fall back to polling mechanism
Critical Service Down: Maintain basic functionality with reduced features

Performance Requirements

Load Time Requirements

Initial Page Load: < 2 seconds on typical home network
Dashboard Transition: < 500ms from login to dashboard
Widget Updates: < 200ms per widget refresh
API Response Time: < 1 second for most endpoints

Scalability Considerations

Concurrent Users: Support 5-10 simultaneous sessions
Data Volume: Handle 100+ services and 10+ hosts efficiently
Update Frequency: Support sub-30-second refresh intervals
Browser Performance: Maintain 60fps scrolling and interactions

Optimization Strategies

Code Splitting: Lazy load non-critical components
Asset Optimization: Minimize bundle size, compress images
API Efficiency: Batch requests, implement pagination
Rendering Optimization: Virtual scrolling for large lists

Security Requirements

Authentication Security

Password Policy: Minimum 8 characters, complexity requirements
Session Management: Secure tokens, automatic timeout
CSRF Protection: Token-based request validation
XSS Prevention: Content Security Policy, input sanitization

Network Security

HTTPS Only: Force secure connections in production
API Security: API keys, rate limiting, input validation
CORS Policy: Restrict cross-origin requests appropriately
Security Headers: Implement security headers (HSTS, etc.)

Data Protection

Sensitive Data: No passwords or API keys in client storage
Local Storage: Only non-sensitive configuration data
API Communication: Encrypt all API communications
Error Handling: No sensitive information in error messages

Implementation Roadmap

✅ Phase 1: Foundation (COMPLETED - December 2024)

Goal: Basic application structure and authentication

✅ Week 1: Project Setup (COMPLETED)

Initialize Vue 3.5.13 + TypeScript 5.8 + Vite 6.2.4 project
Configure Tailwind CSS v4 with @tailwindcss/vite plugin
Set up ESLint 9.22, Prettier 3.5.3, and development tools
Create optimized project structure and build pipeline
Implement routing with Vue Router 4 and authentication guards

✅ Week 2: Authentication & Layout (COMPLETED)

Create LoginView.vue with LoginForm.vue component
Implement authentication store (authStore.ts) with Pinia 3.0.1
Build DashboardLayout.vue with DashboardHeader.vue and DashboardSidebar.vue
Add navigation, session management, and localStorage persistence
Create complete component templates with TypeScript interfaces

✅ DELIVERED: Fully functional SPA with authentication, responsive layout, and modern tooling. Live development server running at http://localhost:5173

🚧 Phase 2: Core Widgets (IN PROGRESS - January 2025)

Goal: Essential dashboard functionality

✅ Week 3: System & Infrastructure Widgets (COMPLETED)

Implement SystemCard.vue for system information display
Create ServiceStatusCard.vue for service health summary
Build ServicesTable.vue component for detailed service status
Add UptimeCard.vue and LoadAverageCard.vue for system metrics
Create dashboardStore.ts with mock data and reactive state management
Implement real-time UI updates via Pinia stores

🚧 Week 4: Additional Widgets & Polish (IN PROGRESS)

Create QuickActions.vue component grid
Implement ErrorAlert.vue and LoadingSpinner.vue
Add comprehensive error handling and loading states
Build responsive design with Tailwind CSS v4 utilities
NEXT: Integrate with Netdata API (localhost:19999)
NEXT: Add real service discovery and health checks
NEXT: Implement WebSocket/SSE for real-time updates

🎯 CURRENT STATUS: Basic UI complete with mock data. Ready for backend integration.

📋 Phase 3: Data Integration (Weeks 5-6)

Goal: Real data sources and live monitoring

Week 5: Netdata Integration

Connect to existing Netdata instance (port 19999)
Implement system metrics API calls
Add real-time performance data
Create data transformation layer
Implement caching strategy

Week 6: Service Discovery & Management

Build service discovery mechanism
Integrate with system services (SSH, NFS, etc.)
Add Ollama monitoring integration
Implement service health endpoints
Create service management actions

📊 Phase 4: Advanced Features (Weeks 7-8)

Goal: Enhanced monitoring and management capabilities

Week 7: Advanced Monitoring

Historical data visualization
Alert management system
Custom dashboard configuration
Export/import functionality
Advanced filtering and search

Week 8: Performance & Polish

Performance optimization
Accessibility improvements
Mobile responsiveness enhancements
Documentation and user guide
Production deployment configuration

🚀 Current Development Environment

Running Services:

Development Server: http://localhost:5173 (Vite dev server)
Vue DevTools: Available for debugging
Hot Module Replacement: Active for instant updates

Available Scripts:

npm run dev        # Start development server
npm run build      # Production build
npm run preview    # Preview production build
npm run test:unit  # Run unit tests
npm run lint       # Code linting
npm run format     # Code formatting
npm run type-check # TypeScript checking

Next Immediate Tasks:

Netdata Integration: Connect to existing Netdata instance
Real Data Flow: Replace mock data with live system metrics
Service Health: Implement actual service status checking
WebSocket Updates: Add real-time data streaming

Phase 3: Integration & Data (Weeks 5-6)

Goal: Connect to real data sources

Week 5: API Integration

Connect to actual system monitoring APIs
Implement WebSocket/SSE for real-time updates
Add data caching and offline support
Create API error handling and retry logic
Implement data validation and sanitization

Week 6: Advanced Features

Add user preferences and customization
Implement advanced filtering and sorting
Create detailed drill-down views
Add export and sharing capabilities
Optimize performance and bundle size

Phase 4: Testing & Production (Weeks 7-8)

Goal: Production-ready application

Week 7: Testing & Quality

Write comprehensive unit tests with Vitest
Implement integration tests for critical paths
Add accessibility testing and improvements
Perform security audit and vulnerability testing
Optimize for mobile devices and various screen sizes

Week 8: Deployment & Documentation

Set up production build and deployment pipeline
Create user documentation and help system
Implement monitoring and analytics
Conduct user acceptance testing
Prepare for production deployment

Acceptance Criteria

Functional Acceptance

User can log in securely and session persists appropriately
Dashboard loads and displays all widgets within 3 seconds
Real-time data updates work correctly across all widgets
All system components are accurately represented
Error states are handled gracefully with user feedback

Technical Acceptance

Code follows Vue 3 Composition API best practices
TypeScript strict mode passes without errors
All components are properly typed and documented
Bundle size is optimized for fast loading
Application works correctly on desktop and tablet devices

User Experience Acceptance

Interface is intuitive and requires minimal learning
Information hierarchy is clear and logical
Visual design is consistent and professional
Accessibility requirements are met (WCAG 2.1 AA)
Performance meets specified requirements

Future Enhancements

Short-term (3-6 months)

Mobile App: Native mobile application for on-the-go monitoring
Advanced Analytics: Historical data analysis and trending
Custom Dashboards: User-configurable widget layouts
Alert Management: Advanced alerting with escalation rules
API Integration: Connect to additional monitoring tools

Long-term (6-12 months)

Multi-tenancy: Support for multiple home lab environments
Machine Learning: Predictive analytics for capacity planning
Automation: Integration with home automation systems
Advanced Visualization: 3D network topology and service maps
Collaborative Features: Multi-user support with role-based access

Conclusion

The Home Lab Dashboard represents a focused solution for home lab monitoring that prioritizes clarity, performance, and ease of use. By following Vue 3 best practices and implementing a clean, component-based architecture, the dashboard will provide operators with the instant visibility they need to effectively manage their infrastructure.

The emphasis on introspection "at a glance" drives every design decision, ensuring that the most critical information is immediately accessible while maintaining the flexibility to drill down into details when needed. The SPA architecture with centralized state management will provide a smooth, responsive user experience that scales with the complexity of the underlying infrastructure.

This PRD serves as the foundation for building a tool that transforms the complexity of home lab operations into clear, actionable insights, ultimately making infrastructure management more efficient and enjoyable.

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