Introduction and Goals
Framework M is a modular, metadata-driven full-stack framework designed for building scalable enterprise applications. It bridges the gap between rapid development velocity and enterprise-grade architecture.
1.1 Requirements Overview
Framework M introducing a third way: the Modular Monolith transitioning to Macroservices. Built on a foundation of strict Hexagonal Architecture and Metadata-Driven design, Framework M allows enterprises to build mission-critical applications that start simple, scale to millions of transactions, and decompose gracefully without costly rewrites.
1.2 Quality Goals
| Goal | Description |
|---|---|
| Separation | Maintain strict hexagonal boundaries between business logic and infrastructure. |
| Velocity | Enable rapid development using DocTypes and metadata endpoints. |
| Scalability | Support million-transaction throughput via specialized adapters. |
| Maintainability | Type-safety and core protocols ensure long-term stability. |
1.3 Stakeholders
| Role | Expectation |
|---|---|
| Architects | Clear boundaries, pluggable infrastructure, and no technical cliffs. |
| Developers | High-velocity DX, CLI tools, and predictable project structure. |
| Operators | Cloud-native, stateless, and observable services. |